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240106-Z-VD276-1005

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in preparation for combined Exercise Ballast Cannon, Jan. 6, 2024. Exercises like Ballast Cannon allow the U.S. and partner nations to improve interoperability, the ability to address adversaries and provide stability in the region. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Megan Floyd)
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240106-Z-VD276-1004

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in preparation for Exercise Ballast Cannon, Jan. 6, 2024. Through decades of collaboration and cooperation, U.S. and regional allies and partners have developed critical relationships necessary to remain agile and effective in combined operations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Megan Floyd)
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240106-Z-VD276-1003

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxis at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in preparation for Exercise Ballast Cannon, Jan. 6, 2024. The U.S. Air Force's expeditionary capability enables U.S. and coalition forces to rapidly establish credible, combat-ready forces within CENTCOM 's AOR to proactively deter potential adversaries and, if necessary, respond with effective and overwhelming force. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Megan Floyd)
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240106-Z-VD276-1002

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon arrives at an undisclosed location in preparation for Exercise Ballast Cannon 24.3 in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2024. The U.S. and coalition participation in the exercise ensures partners can maintain critical operations to deter potential adversaries while providing stability to the region. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Megan Floyd)
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240106-F-MU509-1238

Airman 1st Class Jake Brodbeck, an F-16 crew chief, inspects a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility as part of Exercise Ballast Cannon, Jan. 6, 2024. Exercise Ballast Cannon occurs nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force to support the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. The American Airman is a warfighter – capable of supporting dynamic operations while seamlessly integrating with coalition forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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240106-F-MU509-1202

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Norcross, an F-16 crew chief, inspects a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility as part of Exercise Ballast Cannon Jan. 6, 2024. Exercise Ballast Cannon occurs nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force to support the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. The American Airman is a warfighter – capable of supporting dynamic operations while seamlessly integrating with coalition forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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240106-F-MU509-1162

Tech. Sgt. John Raebig, an F-16 crew chief, marshals a U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcon to a parking space at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2024. As a routine exercise Ballast Cannon occurs nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force to support the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. The long-standing relationships the U.S. Air Force has developed within the CENTCOM AOR enables regular and routine training, which advances the coalition’s ability to become a seamless operational force across every warfighting domain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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240106-F-MU509-1042

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon arrives at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2024. As a routine exercise Ballast Cannon occurs nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force to support the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. The long-standing relationships the U.S. Air Force has developed within the CENTCOM AOR enables regular and routine training, which advances the coalition’s ability to become a seamless operational force across every warfighting domain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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240106-F-MU509-1223

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons pilots and crew chiefs conduct post-flight operations at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2024. As a routine exercise Ballast Cannon occurs nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force to support the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. The exercise allowed Total Force Airmen to generate unique solutions in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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240106-F-MU509-1108

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon arrives at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 6, 2024. Exercise Ballast Cannon occurs nearly quarterly with the Royal Bahraini Air Force to support the U.S. Air Force’s rapid expeditionary capabilities by integrating Agile Combat Employment objectives for F-16 Fighting Falcon, KC-135 Stratotanker, and operational support personnel. Agile Combat Employment shifts generation of airpower from large centralized bases, to networks of smaller, dispersed locations, or cluster bases to increase survivability and complicate adversary planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Williams)
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240106-Z-VD276-1006

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon goes through final checks following the arrival at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in preparation for Exercise Ballast Cannon, Jan. 6, 2024. The long-standing relationships the U.S. Air Force has developed within the CENTCOM AOR enables regular and routine training which advances the coalition's ability to become a seamless operational force across every warfighting domain. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Megan Floyd)
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My First Deployment

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera, 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron force protection escort, poses for a photo at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, July 16, 2023. During his six-month deployment, Silvera worked as a force protection escort and volunteered with the public affairs office, honing his skills in different realms of the public affairs field. (Courtesy Photo)
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My First Deployment

U.S. Air Force Col. Ted Wilson, the command chaplain of U.S. Air Forces Central, left, and Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera, 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron force protection escort, right, pose for a photo at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, July 5, 2023. Silvera was recognized by Wilson for his hardwork and dedication highlighting the mission of the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing Chapel Team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. David Scott-Gaughan)
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My First Deployment

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera, 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron force protection escort, feeds a camel in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, July 2, 2023. During his six-month deployment, Silvera worked as a force protection escort and volunteered with the public affairs office, honing his skills in different realms of the public affairs field. (Courtesy Photo)
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My First Deployment

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera, 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron force protection escort, takes a photo with his camera at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Sept. 7, 2023. During his six-month deployment, Silvera worked as a force protection escort and volunteered with the public affairs office, honing his skills in different realms of the public affairs field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Alex Fox Echols III)
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My First Deployment

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera, 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron force protection escort, poses for a portrait at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Sept. 6, 2023. During his six-month deployment, Silvera worked as a force protection escort and volunteered with the public affairs office, honing his skills in different realms of the public affairs field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Alex Fox Echols III)
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F-16s, A-10s provide maritime security to the Arabian Gulf

U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt IIs from the 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron fly in formation during air refueling operations above the Strait of Hormuz, July 21, 2023. In an ongoing effort to ensure the security and freedom of navigation in the region, U.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to maintaining stability and safeguarding global trade in this vital maritime route. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Frank Rohrig
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F-16s, A-10s provide maritime security to the Arabian Gulf

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron disconnects from a KC-135 Stratotanker during air refueling operations above the Strait of Hormuz, July 21, 2023. In an ongoing effort to ensure the security and freedom of navigation in the region, U.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to maintaining stability and safeguarding global trade in this vital maritime route. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Frank Rohrig)
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F-16s, A-10s provide maritime security to the Arabian Gulf

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during air refueling operations above the Strait of Hormuz, July 21, 2023. In an ongoing effort to ensure the security and freedom of navigation in the region, U.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to maintaining stability and safeguarding global trade in this vital maritime route. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Frank Rohrig)
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F-16s, A-10s provide maritime security to the Arabian Gulf

A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 75th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during air refueling operations above the Strait of Hormuz, July 21, 2023. In an ongoing effort to ensure the security and freedom of navigation in the region, U.S. Air Forces Central (AFCENT) reaffirms its unwavering commitment to maintaining stability and safeguarding global trade in this vital maritime route. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Frank Rohrig)
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