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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, scans the area for bird activity during an early morning patrol within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. By identifying attractants and implementing control measures, Baity plays a key role in preserving both mission capability and personnel safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mark Colmenares)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, scans the area for bird activity during an early morning patrol within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. Baity works in partnership with the U.S. Air Force to support the Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard program, helping to mitigate wildlife threats that could impact aircraft and aircrew safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, records observed bird species during a routine survey within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. Baity’s efforts support a proactive approach to flight line safety, aiming to reduce the risk of costly or dangerous bird strikes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, records observed bird species during a routine survey within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. Wildlife observations gathered during patrols help inform airfield management decisions and improve long-term mitigation strategies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, poses for a photo within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. This collaboration highlights the critical role of interagency cooperation in maintaining secure airfields and protecting vital aviation assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, poses for a photo within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. The long-standing partnership between the USDA and U.S. Air Force ensures a coordinated approach to wildlife management that directly supports operational safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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Noah Baity: Clearing the flight line, protecting the mission

Noah Baity, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services wildlife biologist, poses for a photo within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 17, 2025. The USDA-Air Force partnership allows dedicated specialists like Baity to focus solely on wildlife mitigation, ensuring sustained airfield readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. James Fritz)
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“Leave the Game Better Than You Found It” – How One Airman Transformed Vehicle Inspections

Airmen assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron inspect commercial vehicles in the newly revamped vehicle search area in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 1, 2025. The new search area has improved efficiency, allowing Airmen to inspect vehicles thoroughly in just seven minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez)
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“Leave the Game Better Than You Found It” – How One Airman Transformed Vehicle Inspections

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Daniel Velasquez, 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron physical security noncommissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo on the catwalk he led the effort to establish in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 1, 2025. Velasquez earned a forklift certification while deployed and used those skills to construct a temporary vehicle search area, ensuring operations continued seamlessly during renovations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez)
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“Leave the Game Better Than You Found It” – How One Airman Transformed Vehicle Inspections

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Richard Williams, 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron visitor control center leader, demonstrates the steps drivers must follow when entering the vehicle search area in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, April 1, 2025. The signs were recently installed to help guide drivers and improve inspection efficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez)
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“Leave the Game Better Than You Found It” – How One Airman Transformed Vehicle Inspections

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jazmine Rivas, 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron visitor control center member, inspects a commercial vehicle from a newly installed catwalk in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March 31, 2025. The catwalk improves efficiency and safety during vehicle inspections. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez)
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“Leave the Game Better Than You Found It” – How One Airman Transformed Vehicle Inspections

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Carter McKinney, 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron visitor control center member, swabs a steering wheel for bomb-making material residue during a vehicle inspection in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March 31, 2025. The sample is then tested to detect trace or bulk amounts of drugs and explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez)
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“Leave the Game Better Than You Found It” – How One Airman Transformed Vehicle Inspections

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jazmine Rivas, 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron visitor control center member, uses a mirror to inspect the underside of a commercial vehicle in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March 31, 2025. VCC members use the mirror to check for newly installed parts under trucks, which could indicate tampering. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shaei Rodriguez)
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380th AEW leadership visits the ECS during a BFC

An Airman assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Communication Squadron radio frequency operations, tests an alert signal during a battlefield circulation within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March. 18, 2025. Battlefield circulations provide units with an opportunity to demonstrate aspects of their job while giving leadership a hands-on, interactive experience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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380th AEW leadership visits the ECS during a BFC

U.S. Air Force 380th Air Expeditionary Wing leadership receive a tour of server backups from an Airman assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Communication Squadron during a battlefield circulation within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March. 18, 2025. Wing leadership was given a tour to observe how Airmen maintain and optimize critical communication systems, ensuring reliable connectivity for operations across the area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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380th AEW leadership visits the ECS during a BFC

Airmen assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Communication Squadron radio frequency operations, conduct a quarterly PA check within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March. 18, 2025. The checks ensure that the PA system is properly maintained and clean to ensure it works in case of emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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380th AEW leadership visits the ECS during a BFC

Airmen assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Communication Squadron radio frequency operations, conduct a quarterly PA check within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March. 18, 2025. The PA system alerts the base to incoming attacks, broadcasts critical announcements, and plays taps each evening to honor the fallen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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380th AEW leadership visits the ECS during a BFC

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Sheets, 380th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Skarloken, 380th AEW command chief, spectates a quarterly PA check within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, March. 18, 2025. Wing leadership engaged with radio frequency specialists to understand how they sustain and enhance tactical communication networks, keeping aircraft, command centers, and deployed units connected in dynamic operational environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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380th AEW wing leadership works with EMDS for a BFC

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Skarloken, the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing command chief, and 380th Expeditionary Medical Squadron Airmen simulate an emergency care patient during a battlefield circulation within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Mar. 04, 2025. Battlefield circulations provide units with an opportunity to demonstrate aspects of their job while giving leadership a hands-on, interactive experience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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380th AEW wing leadership works with EMDS for a BFC

380th Air Expeditionary Wing leadership and 380th Expeditionary Medical Squadron Airmen simulate providing emergency care to a low fidelity mannequin within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Mar. 04, 2025. As part of the battlefield circulation, Wing Leadership worked closely with the Medical Squadron to assess the medical capabilities and ensure rapid response times in critical situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sir Wyrick)
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