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A U.S. Air Force WC-135R Constant Phoenix assigned to the 45th Reconnaissance Squadron, Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, prepares to taxi within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 1, 2024. The WC-135 serves as a non-combatant, scientific data-gathering aircraft, aimed to ensure nations are adhering to established United Nations treaties. (U.S. Air Force photo)