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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS ensures regional stability by maintaining consistent generation of combat air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxis within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The expeditionary capability of the 555th 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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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 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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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS’s expeditionary capability enables U.S. and regional partner forces to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces and to proactively deter adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The agility of the 555th EFS 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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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The F-16C is a multi-role fighter aircraft spearheading the coalition’s defense and deterrence mission through continuous, rapid developments while maintaining combat air superiority within the CENTCOM AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. Constant air power generation within the CENTCOM AOR demonstrates the United States’commitment to stability in the region and support of Coalition partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxis within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS plays a vital role in deterring adversaries and defending U.S. and regional partner personnel and assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 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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A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS’s primary mission is to strengthen response capabilities, promote regional security and bolster defense operations within the AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Four U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcons assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron conduct an initial approach within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS, a highly agile fighting force, leverages the most advanced training and platforms to influence the long-term security and stability of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)

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Four U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcons assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron conduct an initial approach within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS conducts combat operations to counter destabilizing issues in the region and preserve U.S. and Coalition partners’ interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger)

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Game Changers: 555th EFS ‘Triple Nickel’ ensures airpower generation in the CENTCOM AOR

Published July 7, 2025
By Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger & Senior Airman Kevin Dunkleberger
378th Air Expeditionary Wing

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY -- A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron prepares to land within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 17, 2025. The 555th EFS ensures regional stability by maintaining consistent generation of combat air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Dunkleberger)