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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Airmen hot-refuel a 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle during an integrated combat turn (ICT) at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. An ICT is concurrent servicing of fuel and munitions, while aircraft engines are still running. (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

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 clean up after hot-refueling an F-15E Strike Eagle 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 the ICT of a deployed Dynamic Force Employment unit. An ICT is the concurrent servicing of fuel and munitions, while aircraft engines are still running. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Airmen prepare to begin hot-refueling a 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle 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 to support an integrated combat turn (ICT) of two F-15E Strike Eagles 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, ICT exercise for 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

An Airman closes the back of a C-130 Hercules assigned to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW) while supporting an integrated combat turn (ICT) exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. Airmen from the 379th AEW, 386th AEW and 380th AEW came together to support the ICT of a deployed Dynamic Force Employment unit. An ICT is the concurrent servicing of fuel and munitions, while aircraft engines are still running. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Airmen hot-refuel a 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle during an integrated combat turn (ICT) at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. An ICT is concurrent servicing of fuel and munitions, while aircraft engines are still running. (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 lands on the runway for an integrated combat turn (ICT) exercise, Feb. 13, 2021, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The C-130 airlifted Airmen and equipment from Al Dhafra Air Base in order to support a same-day ICT of two F-15 Strike Eagles from the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Greg Erwin)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

An Airman refuels a C-130 Hercules at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. The aircraft airlifted maintainers and equipment from the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW) to Al Udeid Air Base to support an integrated combat turn exercise. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

An Airman tightens a bolt on a ladder in preparation for an integrated combat turn of two 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS) F-15E Strike Eagles 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

An Airman removes wheel chocks from a hot-pit refueling site after completing an integrated combat turn (ICT) of two F-15 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 the ICT of a deployed Dynamic Force Employment unit. An ICT is the concurrent servicing of fuel and munitions, while aircraft engines are still running. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Two Airmen fist bump after successfully hot-refueling two F-15E Strike Eagles as part of an integrated combat turn (ICT) exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. 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 National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

An Airman pulls chocks away after hot-refueling a 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. The hot-refueling was part of an integrated combat turn exercise specifically meant to test Airmen deployed as an instrument of Dynamic Force Employment. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

An F-15 Strike Eagle attached to the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron takes off, 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 integrated combat turn exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Greg Erwin)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Two F-15 Strike Eagles attached to the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxi towards the runway after being refueled 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

An Airman removes a ladder from a hot-pit refueling site after completing an integrated combat turn of two F-15 Strike Eagles at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. The ICT exercise specifically tested Airmen deployed as an instrument of Dynamic Force Employment. (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 to support an integrated combat turn (ICT) of two F-15E Strike Eagles at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. Maintainers and equipment from the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW) were airlifted to Al Udeid to support a same-day ICT exercise. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Airmen carry munitions for an F-15E Strike Eagle at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. 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 integrated combat turn. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)

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USAFCENT tri-wing integration generates rapid airpower

Published Feb. 17, 2021
By Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire
379th Air Expeditionary Wing

AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar -- Airmen hot-refuel a 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle during an integrated combat turn (ICT) at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Feb. 13, 2021. An ICT is concurrent servicing of fuel and munitions, while aircraft engines are still running. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire)