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RED FLAG 14-3 Kicks Off

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 176th Fighter Squadron, Wisconsin Air National Guard, takes off during RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Aug. 8, 2014, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. RF-A is a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. and partner nation forces, providing combined offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford/Released)

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RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Kicks Off

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, launches during RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Aug. 8, 2014, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-16 is a compact, highly maneuverable fighter aircraft, vastly proven in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford Jr./Released)

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RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Kicks Off

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, prepare for a sortie during RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Aug. 8, 2014, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-16 is a compact, highly maneuverable fighter aircraft, vastly proven in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford Jr./Released)

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RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Kicks Off

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, launches during RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Aug. 8, 2014, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-16 is a compact, highly maneuverable fighter aircraft, vastly proven in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford Jr./Released)

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RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Kicks Off

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, launches during RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3 Aug. 8, 2014, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-16 is a compact, highly maneuverable fighter aircraft, vastly proven in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Swafford Jr./Released)

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Aircraft arresting cable undergoes testing

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron engages a barrier aircraft arresting kit cable system during annual testing Oct. 11, 2013, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The cable system acts as an emergency brake for incoming aircraft which may be experiencing technical difficulties that disable the pilot's ability to land. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Peter Reft/Released)

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Phase crew performs aircraft surgery

Staff Sgt. Dean Bloomberg, 354th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, performs a hydraulic inspection Oct. 7, 2013, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The purpose of a hydraulic inspection is to ensure the integrity of the hydraulic system, making it safe to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Nicole Taylor/Released)

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Phase crew performs aircraft surgery

Staff Sgt. Michael Jones, 354th Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental craftsman, inspects wires for chafing Oct. 7, 2013, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The entire aircraft is inspected for corrosion, defective pieces and chafing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Nicole Taylor/Released)

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Phase crew performs aircraft surgery

Staff Sgt. Dean Bloomberg, 354th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, performs a visual inspection of the throttle in the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon Oct. 7, 2013, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The phase crew takes up to two weeks with an aircraft ensuring it is safe to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Nicole Taylor/Released)

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Phase crew performs aircraft surgery

Senior Airman Cody Berry, 354th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, checks the jet fuel starter of an F-16 Fighting Falcon Oct. 7, 2013, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Berry and the rest of the phase shop will thoroughly inspect the 354th Fighter Wing’s flagship aircraft in an effort to keep the Aggressor jet flying in top condition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Nicole Taylor/Released)

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Phase crew performs aircraft surgery

Brig. Gen. Mark Kelly, 354th Fighter Wing commander, inspects a piece of the wing’s flagship aircraft with Master Sgt. Joel Borden, 354th Maintenance Squadron inspections chief Oct. 7, 2013, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The purpose of an aircraft phase is to inspect the plane inch by inch, finding any discrepancies that would keep it permanently grounded. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Nicole Taylor/Released)

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Climbing high in to the sun!

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis towards the flightline Oct. 27, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The aircraft is assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz/Released)

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Eielson wraps up RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2 Exercise

An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 18th Aggressor Squadron retracts its landing gear after take-off during RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2 July 19, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Aggressor pilots are trained to act as opposing forces in exercises like RF-A to better prepare U.S. and allied forces for aerial combat. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Eielson wraps up RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2 Exercise

A crew chief from Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. communicates to an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot prior to take-off during RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2 July 15, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The work completed by crew chiefs provide mission capable aircraft for pilots so they can provide air support, serving as a vital role in the overall RED FLAG-Alaska mission. The F-16 is assigned to the 79th Fighter Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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U.S., Allies ramping up for RF-A 11-2

An F-16 Fighting Falcon is prepared for shutdown after completing a familiarization flight July 6, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The F-16 is assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. The 36th FS is participating in RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2, a two week long exercise providing aircrew realistic combat sorties, increasing their chances of survival in combat. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz)

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RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2 gets underway at Eielson

An F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis to the runway as another F-16 Fighting Falcon Aggressor launches during RED FLAG-Alaska 11-2 July 11, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. RF-A allows participating units to exchange tactics, techniques and procedures as well as improve interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz)

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Royal Netherlands Air Force

F-16A's from the Royal Netherlands air force taxi to the runway at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 8, 2011. It is the first time the RNLAF will participate in exercises DISTANT FRONTIER and RED FLAG-Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz)

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Royal Netherlands Air Force

A Royal Netherlands air force crew chief provides assistance to an F-16A pilot prior to a sortie at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 8, 2011. The RNLAF will be participating in exercises DISTANT FRONTIER and RED FLAG-Alaska for the first time. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz)

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Eielson Wing Commander marks 4000+ hours in F-16

Brigadier General James N. "Bull" Post III exits an F-16 Fighting Falcon Mar. 3, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. General Post completed his 2565th sortie and achieved 4000.4 flying hours in an F-16 Fighting Falcon. The milestone places him in an elite corner of the F-16 community. General Post is the 354th Fighter Wing Commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz/released)

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Eielson Wing Commander marks 4000+ hours in F-16

Brigadier General James N. "Bull" Post III gives a thumbs up after landing Mar. 3, 2011, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. General Post completed his 2565th sortie and achieved 4000.4 flying hours in an F-16 Fighting Falcon. The milestone places him in an elite corner of the F-16 community. General Post is the 354th Fighter Wing Commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Boitz/released)

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