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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

A U.S. Air Force Airmen uses a wrench to tighten a bolt on a C-17 Globemaster III engine at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. Maintainers play a vital role in ensuring the continued operational readiness of military aircraft through meticulous inspection and timely repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeisson Pastran, expeditionary airlift squadron hydraulic systems specialist, repairs a C-17 Globemaster III engine at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. Maintainers are responsible for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of aircraft and associated equipment, ensuring operational readiness and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Air Force's mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeisson Pastran and Staff Sgt. Tim Kosteczko, expeditionary airlift squadron hydraulic systems specialists, tighten bolts on a C-17 Globemaster III engine at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17 Globemaster III is a robust and versatile military transport aircraft known for its ability to carry oversized cargo, operate in austere environments, and facilitate rapid strategic airlift missions for the United States Air Force and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Del Vonte Wright, expeditionary airlift squadron aerospace propulsion specialist, prepares to put on gloves at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. Maintainers play a vital role in ensuring the continued operational readiness of military aircraft through meticulous inspection and timely repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Laguna, expeditionary airlift squadron hydraulic specialist, mends a C-17 Globemaster III engine at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. Maintainers play a vital role in ensuring the continued operational readiness of military aircraft through meticulous inspection and timely repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeisson Pastran, Staff Sgt. Tim Kosteczko, left, and Senior Airman Felix De La Cruz, right, expeditionary airlift squadron hydraulic systems technicians, work on a C-17 Globemaster III engine at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17 Globemaster III is a robust and versatile military transport aircraft known for its ability to carry oversized cargo, operate in austere environments, and facilitate rapid strategic airlift missions for the United States Air Force and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airmen repair C-17 Globemaster III engine

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Del Vonte Wright, expeditionary airlift squadron aerospace propultion specialist, repairs a C-17 Globemaster III engine at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. Maintainers are responsible for the inspection, repair, and maintenance of aircraft and associated equipment, ensuring operational readiness and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Air Force's mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

U.S. Air Force Airmen spread and smooth concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. Airmen created a smooth and level surface to ensure aircraft can land and take off properly. Engaging in the RADR practical, participants implemented a comprehensive set of measures to expedite the restoration of runways and support structures, exposing civil engineer Airmen to the unpredictable intricacies of austere environments and honing their ability to navigate real-world challenges, including potential attacks or disruptions to runway operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

U.S. Air Force Airmen engage in a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. The RADR practical encompassed all actions required to rapidly repair runways and runway support structures to recover operations on an airfield due to an attack or other circumstances that can damage runway operations. The exercise exposed civil engineer Airmen to the unpredictable nature of working in an austere environment and better prepared them to respond to real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

U.S. Air Force Airmen repair a crater during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. A quick-setting concrete is used to repair flight lines as quickly as possible. The RADR practical involved executing a meticulous series of steps to swiftly restore runways and support structures, offering civil engineer training to get a flight line operable in a few hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

Dirt is dumped out of an excavator during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. Crater repair method selection depends on aircraft type and load, available material and equipment, and manpower. The RADR practical involved executing a meticulous series of steps to swiftly restore runways and support structures, offering civil engineer Airmen an immersive encounter with the unpredictable dynamics of austere environments and enhancing their capability to adeptly handle real-world challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

A compact track loader blade cuts into concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. The RADR practical encompassed all actions required to rapidly repair runways and runway support structures to recover operations on an airfield due to an attack or other circumstances that can damage runway operations. The exercise exposed civil engineer Airmen to the unpredictable nature of working in an austere environment and better prepared them to respond to real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

Compact track loaders with saw attachments cut into concrete during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. A square is cut around the crater to create a more adhesive bond between the new concrete and the old. The RADR practical involved comprehensive actions to rapidly restore runways and support structures, preparing civil engineer Airmen for the unpredictable challenges of working in austere environments and better equipping them to respond to real-world scenarios, such as attacks or disruptions to runway operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

A U.S. Air Force Airman operates a compact track loader during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. Removal of debris protects equipment and removes barriers that may prevent proper adhesion. The RADR practical involved comprehensive actions to rapidly restore runways and support structures, preparing civil engineer Airmen for the unpredictable challenges of working in austere environments and better equipping them to respond to real-world scenarios, such as attacks or disruptions to runway operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Airfield Damage Recovery

U.S. Air Force Airmen search for craters during a rapid airfield damage recovery (RADR) practical exercise at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 29, 2023. The RADR practical provided Airmen with the opportunity to practice and hone their skill set for potential real world scenarios. Civil engineer Airmen are trained to get a flight line operable in hours enabling the mission to continue. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Civil Engineer Airmen test readiness during exercise

U.S. Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron repair concrete during an exercise Aug. 27, 2021, in an undisclosed location somewhere in Southwest Asia. The exercise tested how quickly 332nd ECES Airmen could restore potential damage to the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cameron Otte)
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Civil Engineer Airmen test readiness during exercise

U.S. Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron repair concrete during an exercise Aug. 27, 2021, in an undisclosed location somewhere in Southwest Asia. The exercise tested how quickly 332nd ECES Airmen could restore potential damage to the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cameron Otte)
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Civil Engineer Airmen test readiness during exercise

U.S. Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron repair concrete during an exercise Aug. 27, 2021, in an undisclosed location somewhere in Southwest Asia. The exercise tested how quickly 332nd ECES Airmen could restore potential damage to the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cameron Otte)
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Civil Engineer Airmen test readiness during exercise

U.S. Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron repair concrete during an exercise Aug. 27, 2021, in an undisclosed location somewhere in Southwest Asia. The exercise tested how quickly 332nd ECES Airmen could restore potential damage to the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cameron Otte)
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Civil Engineer Airmen test readiness during exercise

U.S. Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron repair concrete during an exercise Aug. 27, 2021, in an undisclosed location somewhere in Southwest Asia. The exercise tested how quickly 332nd ECES Airmen could restore potential damage to the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cameron Otte)
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