Red Flag

A 79th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis down the runway, Jan. 10, 2013, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. 79th FS pilots are slated to participate in Red Flag 13-3 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. beginning Feb. 21. The training mission, which is scheduled to last about 20 days, is a realistic combat training exercise involving the air forces of the United States and its allies. The exercise is designed to give all involved high level cutting-edge training to sustain and overcome the threats of real-world combat situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kenny Holston/Released)

FAC Turns To Camouflage

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 20th Force Support Squadron administers the running portion of the physical training test, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 23, 2012.The PT process has recently been redefined and is now being applied. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ashley L. Gardner/ Released)

Operation Readiness Exercise

Several F-16's line up on the flight line in preparation for an Operation Readiness Exercise elephant walk at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 21, 2012. an elephant walk demonstrates the 20th Fighter Wing's ability to generate aircraft in response to global taskings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airmen Tabatha McCarthy/released)

ORE March 2012

U.S. Air Force Civ. John Guinther, 20th Logistics Readiness Squadron material handler, verifies invoice accuracy during the operational readiness exercise, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. March 6, 2012. Maintaining precise records helps eliminate fiscal waste within the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Daniel B. Blackwell/ Released)

ORE March 2012

U.S. Air Force Civ. Johnny Foster, 20th Logistics Readiness Squadron material handler, secures a pallet during the operational readiness exercise, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. March 6, 2012. The logistical aspect of the exercise plays a vital role in mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Daniel B. Blackwell/ Released)

McEntire Operation Rita Exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Odom carries Senior Airmen Derek Fish both from 169th Security Forces Squadron Air National Guard, as security forces respond to a simulated insurgent group posing a threat to local aircraft during Operation Rita, a joint exercise, at McEntire Joint National Guard Base, S.C., Feb. 2, 2012. The 169th SFS Airmen were transported by S.C. Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawks to a destination near alleged group activity to begin a simulated reconnaissance mission. Operation Rita gave security forces the chance to become familiar with Army aviation, including loading and unloading from active helicopters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tabatha McCarthy/Released)