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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, inspects an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. The combat readiness of an aircraft is established by dedicated crew chiefs, alongside other Airmen of different Air Force specialty codes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, checks in with Capt. Shawn Webster, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, after his flight at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. The F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft was later readied in preparation for a future night sortie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, services an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. Airmen from the 52nd AMXS routinely work day and night in order to keep aircraft in flying condition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron prepares to take off at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. 480th FS pilots are trained to conduct routine operations in a variety of different environments, any time, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, conducts pre-flight procedures on an F-16 Fighting Falcon prior to take off at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. Inspecting the aircraft is crucial to ensure that it’s fully prepared for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, inspects the cockpit of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. Airmen work around-the-clock performing a variety of maintenance checks and repairs to ensure the aircraft is safe to operate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, takes a break while servicing a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. Esquivel is responsible for inspecting the F-16 and ensuring it is mission-ready to launch. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

The canopy of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon is closed in preparation for a night training sortie on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. Unique challenges are presented during night operations, further sharpening the contingency response skills of aircrew and pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Chidgey, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, inspects his gear prior to flying a night training sortie at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. The mission-readiness of an aircraft is assured by tactical aircraft maintainers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Chidgey, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, prepares to launch an F-16 Fighting Falcon for a nighttime training sortie at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. Night flying is practiced to increase the combat skills of pilots and aircrew. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Chidgey, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, enters the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. The pilot carried out a comprehensive check of the aircraft before entering the cockpit to make sure the aircraft would operate safely and efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, inspects the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. The launch of the aircraft served as a night operations training sortie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)

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Spangdahlem Aircrew conduct Night flying

Published Sept. 26, 2022
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SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Airman 1st Class John Esquivel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, inspects an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Sept. 21, 2022. The combat readiness of an aircraft is established by dedicated crew chiefs, alongside other Airmen of different Air Force specialty codes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Imani West)