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Propulsion techs perform F-16 engine ops check

Senior Tyler Leslie, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, observes an F-16C Fighting Falcon engine test at full power at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait, March 16, 2019. The test allows the technicians to inspect for abnormalities, ensuring the jet’s combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Propulsion techs perform F-16 engine ops check

Senior Tyler Leslie, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, talks to the lead technician with his headset during an F-16C Fighting Falcon engine test at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait, March 16, 2019. The headsets allow the team of techs to speak to each other over the deafening noise produced by the jet engine, which can be heard from miles away. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Propulsion techs perform F-16 engine ops check

Staff Sgt. Christopher Smith, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, collects data during an F-16C Fighting Falcon engine test at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait, March 16, 2019. The technicians review the data from the jet engine to ensure it is operating within defined parameters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Propulsion techs perform F-16 engine ops check

Tech. Sgt. Stephen Spencer, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, operates the jet engine from the cockpit of an F-16C Fighting Falcon during an engine test at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait, March 16, 2019. Testing the engine is a critical function in sustaining the safety and of the aircraft and its pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Securing the High Ground with Partners

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron sits on the ramp Jan. 22, 2019, at Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan. The 340th EARS maintains a 24/7 presence in the Operation Freedom’s Sentinel area of responsibility, supporting U.S. and coalition aircraft in various operations in countries such as Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Clayton Cupit)
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Securing the High Ground with Partners

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron prepares to refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon over Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2019. The 340 EARS maintain a 24/7 presence in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, supporting U.S. and coalition aircraft in various operations in countries such as Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Clayton Cupit)
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Securing the High Ground with Partners

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon breaks away after being refueling by a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron over Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2019. The 340 EARS maintain a 24/7 presence in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, supporting U.S. and coalition aircraft in various operations in countries such as Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Clayton Cupit)
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Securing the High Ground with Partners

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II breaks away after being refueling by a KC-135 Startotanker from the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron over Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2019. The 340 EARS maintain a 24/7 presence in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, supporting U.S. and coalition aircraft in various operations in countries such as Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Clayton Cupit)
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Phase dock keeps F-16s in top shape for Operation Inherent Resolve

Staff Sgt. Adam Bowen, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron Phase floor chief, inspects the temperature sensor inside the air intake of an F-16C Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 10, 2019. The proper function of the sensor is critical to the engine operation. These maintainers deployed in support of operations in the Middle East, including Operation Inherent Resolve, the multinational effort to defeat ISIS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Phase dock keeps F-16s in top shape for Operation Inherent Resolve

Staff Sgt. Adam Bowen, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron Phase floor chief, inspects the nose section of an F-16C Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 10, 2019. Phase personnel inspect every aspect of the jet to ensure the safety of the aircraft and its pilot. These maintainers deployed in support of operations in the Middle East, including Operation Inherent Resolve, the multinational effort to defeat ISIS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Phase dock keeps F-16s in top shape for Operation Inherent Resolve

Staff Sgt. Adam Bowen, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron Phase floor chief, inspects an F-16C Fighting Falcon’s engine exhaust for damage at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 10, 2019. In addition to fulfilling all required actions identified by the flightline maintainers, Phase personnel also perform in-depth nose-to-tail inspections of every jet that comes through their shop. These maintainers deployed in support of operations in the Middle East, including Operation Inherent Resolve, the multinational effort to defeat ISIS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Clinton Atkins)
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Life of a bomb: from ‘cradle to grave’

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Dall, 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 weapons load crew team chief, secures a bomb on a jammer operated by Airman 1st Class Kara Hayek, 455th EAMXS weapons load crew member, during a weapons load at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2018. Weapons load crew members are constantly training and performing exercises to become proficient in their career field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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Life of a bomb: from ‘cradle to grave’

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Dall, 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 weapons load crew team chief, aligns a bomb while Airman 1st Class Jacob Garcia, 455th EAMXS weapons load crew member, assists during a weapons load at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2018. The weapons load crew are only one of three career fields that have to maintain a certification every month. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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Life of a bomb: from ‘cradle to grave’

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Garcia, 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 weapons load crew member, removes an impulse cartridge retainer from an F-16 Fighting Falcon to prepare for a weapons load at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2018. Crew members load bombs, missiles, rockets countermeasures such as chaff and flare, and ammunition that goes into the gun system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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Life of a bomb: from ‘cradle to grave’

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Dall, 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 weapons load crew team chief, aligns the bomb lugs during a weapons load at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2018. Weapons loaders wear dual hats, dealing with not only the munitions but the weapons systems on the aircraft, to ensure the bombs drop and drop properly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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Life of a bomb: from ‘cradle to grave’

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Austin Dall, 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 weapons load crew team chief, aligns the bomb lugs during a weapons load at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2018. Each load crew has individuals who have separate responsibilities they’re in charge of: a team chief, a lift truck or jammer driver and a tools and aircraft preparations troop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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Life of a bomb: from ‘cradle to grave’

Airmen assigned to the 455th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 weapons load crew, aligns a bomb during a weapons load at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Dec. 8, 2018. Each weapons loader has to maintain their certification on each weapon every month and is critiqued on their performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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CFACC takes off with ‘Shooters’

Lt. Gen. Joseph Guastella, Combined Forces Air Component Commander, works with Airman 1st Class Cody Ervin, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief, before pre-flight checks at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 27, 2018. Guastella flew with the 55th EFS, which recently deployed to the 407th Air Expeditionary Group from Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina in support of Operation Inherent Resolve (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana J. Cable)
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CFACC takes off with ‘Shooters’

Lt. Gen. Joseph Guastella, Combined Forces Air Component Commander, and Airman 1st Class Cody Ervin, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief, perform pre-flight checks on an F-16 Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 27, 2018. The 55th EFS recently deployed to the 407th Air Expeditionary Group from Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana J. Cable)
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CFACC takes off with ‘Shooters’

Lt. Gen. Joseph Guastella, Combined Forces Air Component Commander, shakes hands with Airman 1st Class Cody Ervin, 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief, before pre-flight checks at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Oct. 27, 2018. The 55th EFS recently deployed to the 407th Air Expeditionary Group from Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana J. Cable)
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