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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

A U.S. Army crew chief assigned 2nd Battalion,10th Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Shikra, to the prepares to hot-pit refuel a U.S. Army UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter in the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 21, 2024. The certification expands operational range, minimizes support needs, and offers flexibility for planners in selecting refueling locations. (U.S. Army photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

Airmen from the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing and Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Shikra pose for a photo after successfully completing an intraservice hot-pit refueling certification demonstration – expanding air operations capabilities across the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility on Dec. 22, 2024. The achievement strengthens the 380th AEW's capabilities, supporting regional security and the ability to project power across the CENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

Technicians from the 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oils and lubricant flight hot-pit refuel a U.S. Army UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter from 2nd Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Shikra, in the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 22, 2024. The 380th Air Expeditionary Wing completed an intraservice hot-pit refueling certification, enhancing readiness and power projection in alignment with the National Military Strategy’s integrated deterrence framework. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

A U.S. Army helicopter crew chief assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Shikra, directs a fuel truck in the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 22, 2024. The achievement strengthens the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing's capabilities, supporting regional security and the ability to project power across the CENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

Technicians from the 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oils and lubricant flight hot-pit refuel a U.S. Army UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter from 2nd Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Shikra, in the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 22, 2024. The 380th Air Expeditionary Wing completed an intraservice hot-pit refueling certification, enhancing readiness and power projection in alignment with the National Military Strategy’s integrated deterrence framework. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

Airmen from the 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron create a map for the hot-pit certification in U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 9, 2024. The certification process involved collaboration among multiple units, including the 380th AEW’s A4, Maintenance Squadron, and U.S. Army's Task Force Shikra. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

Service members from the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing A4, Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, Expeditionary Operational Support Squadron, Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron and Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron have a meeting to discuss hot-pit certification in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 3, 2024. The certification process involved collaboration among multiple units, including the 380th AEW’s A4, Maintenance Squadron, and U.S. Army's Task Force Shikra. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Hot-Pit refueling certification expands 380th AEW advantages

A technician assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oils and lubricant flight prepares to hot-pit refuel a U.S. Army UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter from 2nd Battalion, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Shikra, in the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 21, 2024. The certification expands operational range, minimizes support needs, and offers flexibility for planners in selecting refueling locations.(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt Hector Tinoco)
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Air Vice-Marshal Tom Burke, Air Officer Commanding 11 Group, lays down a wreath at a memorial during a Remembrance Day ceremony at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 11, 2023. The poppy wreaths are laid in honor of those who have lost their lives in war. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Stephanie Squires)
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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Mineau, Ninth Air Force Deputy commander, salutes poppy wreaths at a Remembrance Day ceremony at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 11, 2023. The poppy wreaths are laid in honor of those who have lost their lives in war. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Stephanie Squires)
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United States Air Force Brig. Gen. David Mineau, Ninth Air Force Deputy commander, departs from the Remembrance Day formation at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 11, 2023. United States Air Force personnel gathered with their joint and coalition partners for the ceremony in honor of Remembrance Sunday. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Stephanie Squires)
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Senior Military officers from nine nations salute during Remembrance Day at an undisclosed location in the U.S Central Command area of responsibility, at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Nov. 11, 2023. U.S. Air Force personnel gathered with their joint and coalition partners for the ceremony in honor of Remembrance Sunday. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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A U.S. Air Force Airman operates a K-Loader in preparation for a cargo offload at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 31, 2023. U.S. Air Force Airmen supported the RAF with cargo unloading in support of Exercise Ferocious Falcon. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within CENTCOM to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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A U.S. Air Force Airman and a Royal Air Force logistics mover discuss plans for unloading cargo from the back of an RAF A400M Atlas at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 31, 2023. U.S. Air Force Airmen and RAF logistics movers worked together to load and unload cargo to be used in support of Exercise Ferocious FalconThe U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within CENTCOM to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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A Royal Air Force logistic mover guides a U.S. Air Force K-Loader in the back of a Royal Air Force A400M Atlas for cargo unloading at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 31, 2023. The A400M is the RAF’s primary tactical transport aircraft in service that carries out routine cargo movements. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within CENTCOM to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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A Royal Air Force A400M Atlas lowers its cargo ramp for unloading at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 31, 2023. The U.S. Air Force supported the RAF with cargo unloading in support of Exercise Ferocious Falcon. The U.S. and partner nations maintain a highly agile fighting force, leveraging the most advanced platforms to dominate the warfighting landscape for the long-term security and stability of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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A Royal Air Force A400M Atlas and a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III are parked on the flightline at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 31, 2023. The A400M is the RAF’s primary tactical transport aircraft in service that carries out routine cargo movements. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within CENTCOM to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Lawrence Sena)
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US, UAE conduct joint professional development course

U.S. Air Force and the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces personnel play a friendly game of dodgeball after a joint professional development course at Al Dhafra Air Base, UAE, Aug. 24, 2023. The U.S. Air Forces Central Air Warfare Center designed this monthly joint PDC schedule to bring together U.S. and UAE military members and bridge the gap through mutual education. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alex Fox Echols III)
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US, UAE conduct joint professional development course

U.S. Air Force and the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces personnel play a friendly volleyball match after a joint professional development course at Al Dhafra Air Base, UAE, Aug. 24, 2023. During the course, 380th Air Expeditionary Wing non-commissioned officers and their Emirati counterparts worked side-by-side, honing their communication skills, and learning how each other executes fundamental supervisor duties such as feedback and counseling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alex Fox Echols III)
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US, UAE conduct joint professional development course

U.S. Air Force and the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces personnel trade patches during a joint professional development course at Al Dhafra Air Base, UAE, Aug. 24, 2023. During the training, experienced 380th Air Expeditionary Wing senior non-commissioned officers delivered the coursework, designed specifically to break down barriers between the students with common topics both nations’ members face within their day-to-day duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alex Fox Echols III)
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