Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

Five U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcons assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxi within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. U.S. and Coalition forces are postured to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces within the AOR to deter adversary threats of aggression and, if necessary, respond with effective and overwhelming force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Airmen deboard a C-5M Super Galaxy within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. While deployed, service members rapidly integrate within their respective units to ensure a seamless continuation of force, and support deterrence operations in the CENTCOM AOR focused on preserving stability within the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy taxis within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The U.S. maintains a highly agile fighting force, leveraging the most advanced capabilities and systems to support long-term security and stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kelsey Gray, 9th Airlift Squadron flight engineer, poses for a photo from the top hatch, as a C-5M Super Galaxy taxis within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The C-5M delivered mission essential personnel and cargo required to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces to proactively deter adversaries within the CENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Airmen deboard a C-5M Super Galaxy within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The continuous presence of service members ensures CENTCOM operational objectives are supported in theater by maintaining a state of readiness and the ability to respond to potential threats anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Airmen board a passenger bus assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron ground transport flight for transit to an in-processing center within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. U.S. service members embody warrior ethos to support dynamic operations and embrace coalition and partner integration to support constant, unwavering airpower generation within the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger) (Image has been altered for operational security by blurring out a vehicle license plate.)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Airmen board a passenger bus assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron ground transport flight for transit to an in-processing center within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. As an engaged, postured, and ready partner, the U.S. stands alongside coalition and partner forces to assure, deter, and defend in an increasingly complex and dynamic security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger) (Image has been altered for operational security by blurring out a vehicle license plate.)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Airmen deboard a C-5M Super Galaxy within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. As part of the 46 Coalition Nations, U.S. service members in the AOR provide intelligence, equipment and air power for multi-domain conflicts in support of CENTCOM’s campaign strategy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

A C-5M Super Galaxy assigned to Dover Air Force Base, D.E., sits on the runway within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The C-5M delivered mission essential personnel and cargo required to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces within the CENTCOM AOR to proactively deter adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxis within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The expeditionary capability of the 79th EFS’s fleet of F-16C Fighting Falcons ensures combat-ready forces are available in the most austere of locations to preserve and defend the U.S. and its partners’ interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron lands within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. Posturing strategic airpower around the AOR provides senior leaders options to support regional defensive and deterrence efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicholas Bailey, 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, gestures tiger claws with his hands while taxiing within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The F-16C Fighting Falcon is a multi-role fighter aircraft spearheading the defense and deterrence mission in the CENTCOM AOR through continuous rapid development and generation of combat air superiority. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron executes a break turn out of a three-ship formation, before landing within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. A break turn is an abrupt change of direction used to avoid incoming threats, outmaneuver enemy aircraft, or separate from formations at safe intervals to prepare for landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron executes a break turn over an airfield within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. The agility of the 79th EFS’s fleet of F-16C Fighting Falcons, allows for rapid air power generation and projection within the region to ensure stability and deter adversarial threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Continuation of forces: 79th EFS and 79th EFGS deliver airpower to the CENTCOM AOR

Published June 11, 2025
By Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger
378th Air Expeditionary Wing

Five U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcons assigned to the 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxi within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 29, 2025. U.S. and Coalition forces are postured to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces within the AOR to deter adversary threats of aggression and, if necessary, respond with effective and overwhelming force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)