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Italian Armed Forces Day

Col. Flavio Danielis, Italian Detachment senior officer at the Combined Air Operations Center, speaks during the Italian Armed Forces Day ceremony at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar Nov. 4, 2016. The Italian Detachment, as well as representatives from Qatar, Air Forces Central Command, the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing and other agencies, gathered at the Memorial Plaza to commemorate the day of remembrance and to give their time and thanks to those who served and currently serve in the Armed Forces. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Miles Wilson)
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Italian Armed Forces Day

Members from the Italian Detachment at the Combined Air Operations Center stand in formation during the Italian Armed Forces Day ceremony at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar Nov. 4, 2016. The ceremony was held in front of the Memorial Plaza and involved the raising of the Italian flag, a moment of silence and the presentation of certificates of appreciation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miles Wilson)
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KC-135 Stratotanker Orientation Flight

379th Air Expeditionary Wing Airmen pose for a group photo prior to taking an incentive flight at Al Udeid Air Base Oct. 27, 2016. The Airmen learned about the KC-135 Stratotanker during a tour organized in appreciation of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing Airman’s dedication to the U.S. Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Cynthia A. Innocenti)
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KC-135 Stratotanker Orientation Flight

An F-16 Fighting Falcon approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker during a refueling mission, Oct. 28, 2016, at an undisclosed location within the Central Command Area of Responsibility. Airmen of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing watched this refueling mission during an incentive flight, organized to show how their job plays a vital role in supporting the flying mission. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Cynthia A. Innocenti)
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KC-135 Stratotanker Orientation Flight

Six F-16 Fighting Falcons fly in formation after refueling from a KC-135 Stratotanker Oct. 28, 2016. The air refueling was observed by Airmen from the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing who took part in an orientation flight on the KC-135. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Cynthia A. Innocenti)
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KC-135 Stratotanker Orientation Flight

An Airman from the 340th Expeditionary Refueling Squadron gives a briefing to members of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar Oct. 27, 2016. The members were part of an incentive flight onboard a KC-135 Stratotanker during which they witnessed the refueling of F-16 Fighting Falcons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miles Wilson)
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KC-135 Stratotanker Orientation Flight

Airmen with the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing board a KC-135 Stratotanker at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar Oct. 27, 2016. The members were from units across the base and took part in an incentive flight hosted by the 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miles Wilson)
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KC-135 Stratotanker Orientation Flight

An F-16 Fighting Falcon receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker Oct. 27, 2016. The 340th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron hosted Airmen from the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing as part of an incentive flight and gave the members an opportunity to see the process of air refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miles Wilson)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech. Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, pulls a drag parachute in preparation of packing it for a B-5 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. A drag chute is used to decelerate the B-52 during landing, reducing wear and tear to ceramic brake pads used by the aircraft, increasing their life span. The 379th EOSS AFE flight is the focal point for all flight equipment in regards to inspection, maintenance and repacking of all aircraft-related survival equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, folds a drag parachute for a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The canopy is re-packed by following specific guidelines using techniques to ensure effective deployment during landing. AFE flight Airmen perform the detail-oriented task of piecing together parachutes used in aircraft that deliver air power in support of Operation Inherent Resolve here. They are also responsible for combat survival and evasion locator radios, night vision devices, life rafts, life preservers, emergency oxygen equipment, aircrew chemical defense ensembles, survival kits and normal back-style parachutes worn by aircrews of the B-52 Stratofortress and C-130 Hercules aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes and Senior Airman Athena Strong, both 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeymen, untangle parachute lines while folding a drag parachute for a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The 90-foot parachutes deploy as soon as the aircraft reaches 100 knots to assist the aircraft in landing by slowing it down on the runway. The AFE back shop is the only one established in the U.S. Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility and is one of the few AFE flights Air Force-wide that supports seven to eight different air frames. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Senior Airman Athena Strong and Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes, both 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeymen, fold a drag parachute for a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. A B-52 drag chute is a parachute designed to be deployed to slow the aircraft and provide control and stability. AFE Airmen first inspect the parachute by checking for tangles and holes before repacking it for another mission. Depending on the extent of damage found during inspection, Airmen can spend eight to ten hours fixing the chute. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeymen accordion-fold a drag parachute prior to packing it into the case assembly, which is then installed onto a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Each of the 16 drag chutes here are allowed to deploy 160 times. Inspecting the 180-pound drag chute prior to repacking is vital because the smallest knot can make the difference between a successful chute deployment and disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, and Airman 1st Class Jacob Rhodes, 379th EOSS AFE journeyman, set up the drag chute in preparation of packing it in a bag June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. AFE has a total of 16 drag chutes to support the B-52 Stratofortress mission. It takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes for two Airmen to pack one chute. Besides inspecting, maintaining and repacking survival equipment, the AFE flight also assists with arming and de-arming aircrews and supports mishap investigations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech. Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, jumps on a drag chute while packing it to be installed into a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Compressing a 180-pounds drag chute requires notable force, so Airmen use an elevated stand to allow them to use their entire body weight to pack the chute tightly. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Tech. Sgt. Wesley Vinson, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, ties a knot to make sure the metal pin stays in, which holds the chute closed to prevent accidental deployment June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. AFE Airmen repack, inspect and maintain several chutes a day to support the B-52 Stratofortress mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. The AFE flight includes Reserve, Air National Guard and Active Duty Airmen who support a range of aircraft, including the C-130 Hercules, E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System, KC-135 Stratotanker and RC-135V/W Rivet Joint. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Senior Airman Athena Strong, 379th Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, packs a drag parachute to be installed into a B-52 Stratofortress June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. A drag chute is an extra-large parachute that B-52 pilots deploy during landing to slow the aircraft’s momentum. The chute helps slow down the aircraft and prolong the longevity of its brakes. In case of an emergency, the parachutes will also automatically deploy at a certain altitude or when salt water is detected. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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AFE matches B-52s fire power with stopping power

Several packed and unpacked drag parachutes sit inside of the aircrew flight equipment’s building ready for upcoming B-52 Stratofortress missions in support of Operation Inherent Resolve June 15, 2016, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Airmen who work with B-52 Stratofortress drag chutes go through a two-week training course either at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., or Minot Air Force Base, N.D., to broaden their knowledge of how to successfully perform their detail-oriented task of piecing together parachutes that are used in B-52s. The AFE facility is a large part of the success to making sure each mission has the critical life support and survival equipment needed to handle emergencies and ensure the survival of isolated aircrew. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Janelle Patiño/Released)
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Playing for the Audience

Airman 1st Class Sam Bachelder, a keyboard player with the U.S. Air Forces Central Command Band, Galaxy, plays during a performance at Hamid Karzai International Airport, Afghanistan, April 16, 2016. The band put on the performance for troops from more than 10 NATO member nations. (U.S. Army photo/Spc. Travis Terreo)
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Keeping us Talking: The AFCENT Communications Directorate

Members of the Air Forces Central Command Communications Directorate pose near a t-wall at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar April 6. The directorate members, known as the "Six Shooters" are responsible for maintaining secure, reliable lines of communication across the AFCENT area of operations. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Travis Terreo)
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