One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

U.S. Air Force Airmen and leadership assigned to the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, and Ninth Air Force pose for a photo with service members and leadership assigned to the Qatar Armed Forces in front of an F-35A Lightning II at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 7, 2023. The F-35’s increased capacity and capability enables the U.S. to conduct operations in contested airspace across the theater when required. The deployed aircraft demonstrated the U.S.’s commitment to ensure peace and security in the region through maritime support and support the coalitions’ enduring mission to defeat ISIS in Syria. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and three Qatar Emiri Air Force F-15 Eagles fly in formation over Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. In coordination with regional allies, partners, and the U.S. Navy, the F-35s partnered with A-10 and F-16s in the U.S. Central Command theater to monitor the Strait of Hormuz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Leah Ferrante)

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A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron lands at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. The F-35s increased capacity and capability enables the U.S. to conduct operations in contested airspace across the theater when required. The deployed aircraft demonstrated the U.S.’s commitment to ensure peace and security in the region, through maritime support and support the coalitions’ enduring mission to defeat ISIS in Syria. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and a Qatar Emiri Air Force F-15 Eagle taxi off the runway at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. While deployed in support of U.S. Air Forces Central missions, the 421st EFS from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, helped defend interests, promote regional security and safeguard freedom of navigation in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxi off the runway at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. In coordination with regional allies, partners, and the U.S. Navy, the F-35s partnered with A-10 and F-16s in the U.S. Central Command theater to monitor the Strait of Hormuz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Leah Ferrante)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxis off the runway at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. The F-35s increased capacity and capability enables the U.S. to conduct operations in contested airspace across the theater when required. The deployed aircraft demonstrated the U.S.’s commitment to ensure peace and security in the region, through maritime support and support the coalitions’ enduring mission to defeat ISIS in Syria. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Leah Ferrante)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron arrives at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 4, 2023. The F-35s increased capacity and capability enables the U.S. to conduct operations in contested airspace across the theater when required. The deployed aircraft demonstrated the U.S.’s commitment to ensure peace and security in the region, through maritime support and support the coalitions’ enduring mission to defeat ISIS in Syria. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron are parked at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 4, 2023. In coordination with regional allies, partners, and the U.S. Navy, the F-35s partnered with A-10 and F-16s in the U.S. Central Command theater to monitor the Strait of Hormuz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 421st Expeditionary Maintenance Group prepares to conduct maintenance on an F-35A Lightning II from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. While deployed in support of U.S. Air Forces Central missions, the 421st EFS from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, helped defend interests, promote regional security and safeguard freedom of navigation in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Leah Ferrante)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joseph Gould, 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, greets an Airman from the 421st Expeditionary Maintenance Group after landing at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. In coordination with regional allies, partners, and the U.S. Navy, the F-35s partnered with A-10 and F-16s in the U.S. Central Command theater to monitor the Strait of Hormuz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Leah Ferrante)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 421st Expeditionary Maintenance Group conducts maintenance on an F-35A Lightning II from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron after arriving at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 4, 2023. While deployed in support of U.S. Air Forces Central missions, the 421st EFS from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, helped defend interests, promote regional security and safeguard freedom of navigation in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Jeff Burnett, 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, talks with Qatar Emiri Air Force F-15 Eagle pilots after landing at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. The F-35s increased capacity and capability enables the U.S. to conduct operations in contested airspace across the theater when required. The deployed aircraft demonstrated the U.S.’s commitment to ensure peace and security in the region, through maritime support and support the coalitions’ enduring mission to defeat ISIS in Syria. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Doug Jackson, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, and Qatar Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit, QAF chief of staff, greet after landing at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. While deployed in support of U.S. Air Forces Central missions, the 421st EFS from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, helped defend interests, promote regional security and safeguard freedom of navigation in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Leah Ferrante)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

U.S. Air Force pilots from the 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron; leadership from the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing; and Qatar Emiri Air Force F-15 Eagle pilots pose for a group photo in front of an F-35A Lightning II after arriving at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 5, 2023. While deployed in support of U.S. Air Forces Central missions, the 421st EFS from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, helped defend interests, promote regional security and safeguard freedom of navigation in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer)

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One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (AFCENT) commander, left, and Qatar Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit, QAF chief of staff, center, engage in conversation at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 7, 2023. During their engagement, QAF leadership toured the F-35A Lightning II aircraft and met with F-35 pilots from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, to get a better understanding of the aircraft’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (AFCENT) commander; Brig. Gen. Doug Jackson, 379th Air Expeditionary Wing commander; and Qatar Emiri Air Force Brig. Gen. Salah Manah Al-Jaal, Qatari Al Udeid Air Base commander, engage in conversation at AUAB, Qatar, Sept. 7, 2023. During their engagement, QAF leadership toured the F-35A Lightning II aircraft and met with F-35 pilots from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, to get a better understanding of the aircraft’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Devin Boyer)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Merrick Isley, 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, speaks with Qatar Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit, QAF chief of staff, about the F-35s capabilities at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 7, 2023. QAF leadership toured the F-35A Lightning II aircraft and met with F-35 pilots from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, to get a better understanding of the aircraft’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Amanda Cannon, 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, left, speaks with Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (AFCENT) commander, right, and Qatar Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit, QAF chief of staff, second from left, about the F-35s capabilities at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 7, 2023. The F-35’s increased capacity and capability enables the U.S. to conduct operations in contested airspace across the theater when required. The deployed aircraft demonstrated the U.S.’s commitment to ensure peace and security in the region through maritime support and support the coalitions’ enduring mission to defeat ISIS in Syria. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

U.S. Air Force Airmen and leadership assigned to the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing, 421st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, and Ninth Air Force tour an F-35 Lightning II with service members and leadership assigned to the Qatar Armed Forces at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 7, 2023. QAF leadership toured the F-35A Lightning II aircraft and met with F-35 pilots from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, to get a better understanding of the aircraft’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leon Redfern)

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Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Published Sept. 13, 2023
By Senior Airman Leon Redfern
379th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar --

Members from AUAB alongside Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, U.S. Air Forces Central commander, hosted members from the 388th Fighter Wing to meet with Qatar Armed Forces chief of staff, Lt. Gen. Salem bin Hamad bin Aqeel Al Nabit.

During their engagement, QAF leadership toured the F-35 Lightning II aircraft and met with F-35 pilots from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, to get a better understanding of the aircraft's capabilities, building collaboration and partnership capacity between our two nations.

One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

Hosting lethality: F-35s arrive at AUAB

One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces

One Team: F-35s meet with Qatar Armed Forces