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NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- An F-16CJ Fighting Falcon prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker as part of Operation Red Flag 11-3 Feb. 28. The F-16CJ is a single-seat, multi-mission fighter with the ability to switch from an air-to-ground to air-to-air role at the touch of a button. The KC-135R has provided the core air refueling capability for the United States Air Force for over 50 years. Red Flag is a realistic combat training exercise that provides heavily-contested and degraded operational environments to prepare crews for major combat operations against a near-peer adversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Tony Richardson) (Released)


Red Flag 11-3: force multipliers in action

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- An F-16CJ Fighting Falcon prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker as part of Operation Red Flag 11-3 Feb. 28. The F-16CJ is a single-seat, multi-mission fighter with the ability to switch from an air-to-ground to air-to-air role at the touch of a button. The KC-135R has provided the core air refueling capability for the United States Air Force for over 50 years. Red Flag is a realistic combat training exercise that provides heavily-contested and degraded operational environments to prepare crews for major combat operations against a near-peer adversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Tony Richardson) (Released)

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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)
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)
Airmen line up for the running portion of their physical training test, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., July 23, 2012. The running component of the test is worth the most points out of four testable phases of the assessment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ashley L. Gardner/ Released)
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)
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)
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)
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Clinton Manning, 20th Civil Engineer Squadron heavy equipment operator, compiles chemical gear for inspection and storage during the exercise, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. March 6, 2012. Proper storage of equipment ensures the maximum lifespan of the gear is acquired for future use. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Daniel B. Blackwell/ Released)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Rafiki Brown, 20th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protection equipment supervisor, inspects and issues equipment during the operational readiness exercise, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. March 6, 2012. Ensuring all equipment is operational and documented expedites the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Daniel Bernard Blackwell/ Released)
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)
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)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Towe, 169th Security Forces Squadron Air National Guard, scans his sectors as his team responds 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)
U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 169th Security Forces Squadron Air National Guard, plan a navigation route as they 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)
nd Lt. Tony Richardson Released
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