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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, lands during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The purpose of the exercise was to strengthen Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) capabilities; bolster the U.S. and Qatar partnership; and increase QEAF readiness to execute contingency plans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, taxis during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The U.S. is committed to its partnership with Qatar while developing and maintaining interoperability with its partners, and ensuring regional security by providing essential training to deter adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, takes off during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The purpose of the exercise was to strengthen Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) capabilities; bolster the U.S. and Qatar partnership; and increase QEAF readiness to execute contingency plans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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Sky Shield 8

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to 494th Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, prepares to take off during Exercise Sky Shield 8 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 28, 2023. The U.S. is committed to its partnership with Qatar while developing and maintaining interoperability with its partners, and ensuring regional security by providing essential training to deter adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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210705-Z-BR512-1021

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron takes off July 5, 2021 from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. With assistance from the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron’s KC-10 Extender aircraft, several F-15s and their associated equipment and crew are able to return to their home station in one consolidated mission, maximizing use of time and resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)
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210705-Z-BR512-1015

A KC-10 Extender from the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron and several F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepare for takeoff July 5, 2021 from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. With assistance from the KC-10 Extender aircraft, the F-15s and their associated equipment and crew are able to return to their home station in one consolidated mission, maximizing use of time and resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)
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210705-Z-BR512-1008

A U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender from the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron and an F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepare for takeoff July 5, 2021 from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. With assistance from the KC-10 Extender aircraft, the F-15s and their associated equipment and crew are able to return to their home station in one consolidated mission, maximizing use of time and resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)
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210705-Z-BR512-1007

U.S. Air Force pilots from the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron say goodbye as they prepare for takeoff July 5, 2021 from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. With assistance from the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron’s KC-10 Extender aircraft, the F-15E Strike Eagles and their associated equipment and crew are able to return to their home station in one consolidated mission, maximizing use of time and resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)
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210705-Z-BR512-1005

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares for takeoff July 5, 2021 from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. With assistance from the 908th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron’s KC-10 Extender aircraft, several F-15s and their associated equipment and crew are able to return to their home station in one consolidated mission, maximizing use of time and resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)
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210430-F-WV456-0716

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle from the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS) takes off from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, in support of regional security operations, April 30, 2021. The 494th EFS, assigned to the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing, re-located to Al Dhafra Air Base to help provide air power to protect U.S. and coalition forces as they conduct drawdown operation from Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zade Vadnais)
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210430-F-WV456-0704

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle piloted by a member of the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron takes off from Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, in support of regional security operations, April 30, 2021. Aircraft in the U.S. Air Forces Central theater are constantly ready to provide airpower to protect U.S. and coalition forces as they conduct drawdown operations from Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zade Vadnais)
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210430-F-WV456-0573

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle piloted by a member of the 494th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS) taxis on the flightline prior to takeoff at Al Dhafra Air Base (ADAB), United Arab Emirates, April 30, 2021. Aircraft in the U.S. Air Forces Central theater are constantly ready to provide airpower to protect U.S. and coalition forces as they conduct drawdown operations from Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zade Vadnais)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

An Airman hot-refuels a 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS) F-15E Strike Eagle during an integrated combat turn at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. The 335th EFS deployed as an instrument of Dynamic Force Employment in order to deter aggression and promote security and stability within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Airmen unload equipment from the back of a C-130 Hercules in preparation for an integrated combat turn of two F-15E Strike Eagles at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. Airmen from the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW), 386th AEW and 380th AEW came together to support an integrated combat turn exercise for a deployed Dynamic Force Employment unit. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

A C-130 Hercules aircraft assigned to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing lands on the runway at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. The C-130 airlifted Airmen and equipment from Al Dhafra Air Base in order to support a same-day, integrated combat turn of two F-15 Strike Eagles from the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Airmen dismount munitions from an F-15 Strike Eagle attached to the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron as part of an integrated combat turn (ICT) exercise, Feb. 13, 2021, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. U.S. Air Forces Central Airmen from three wings were challenged to execute a one-day, synchronized plan involving both airlift and fighter assets, as well as provide organic maintenance and logistics support to execute an ICT. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Greg Erwin)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Heil, 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, and a maintainer assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron stand on an F-15E Strike Eagle shortly after landing at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Feb 13, 2021. The fighter aircraft returned to base after participating in an integrated combat turn exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aaron Larue Guerrisky)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Aircrew assigned to the 779th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron secure cargo inside a C-130 Hercules assigned to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW) while at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Feb 13, 2021. The aircraft airlifted maintainers and equipment from the 380th AEW to Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar to support an integrated combat turn exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aaron Larue Guerrisky)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Aircrew assigned to the 779th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron and 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron prepare to load cargo onto a C-130 Hercules assigned to the 386th Airlift Expeditionary Wing (AEW) while at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Feb 13, 2021. Airmen from the 379th AEW, 386th AEW and 380th AEW came together to support an integrated combat turn exercise for a deployed Dynamic Force Employment unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aaron Larue Guerrisky)
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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxis at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 13, 2021. U.S. Air Forces Central Airmen were challenged to execute a one-day, synchronized plan involving both airlift and fighter assets, as well as provide organic maintenance and logistics support to execute an integrated combat turn exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aaron Larue Guerrisky)
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