Eielson Air Force Base

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - German Air Force crew chiefs go through a pre-flight inspection during RED FLAG-Alaska 08-3 June 12, 2008. The Germans are participating in RF-A 08-3, a 10-day air combat training exercise held four times a year over Alaskan and Western Canadian airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

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EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - A German Tornado taxis down the flight line during RED FLAG-Alaska 08-3 June 12, 2008. RF-A is a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. forces, providing joint offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support, and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

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EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - Two German Tornados taxi down the flight line during RED FLAG-Alaska 08-3 June 12, 2008. The Germans are participating in RF-A 08-3, a 10-day air combat training exercise held up to four times a year over Alaskan and Western Canadian airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tia Schroeder)

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Preparing for takeoff

Published June 13, 2008