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Deployed aircraft maintainers enable 'dynamic force employment'

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nathan Brooks, 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, stands in front of an F-16 at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 16, 2020. During Brooks’ first deployment, he is responsible for enabling the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron as an instrument of Dynamic Force Employment in the U.S. Central Command theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Bryan Guthrie)

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Deployed aircraft maintainers enable 'dynamic force employment'

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot assigned to the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS) performs pre-flight procedures at Al Dhafra Air Base (ADAB), United Arab Emirates, Dec. 16, 2020. The 480th EFS deployed to ADAB to enhance U.S. Air Forces Central’s ability to deter aggression and promote security and stability within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Bryan Guthrie)

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Deployed aircraft maintainers enable 'dynamic force employment'

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Cody Craig, 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, salutes an F-16 pilot as he taxis on the flightline at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 16, 2020. Crew chiefs ensure the aircraft they oversee are ready to fly at a moment’s notice so pilots can safely and effectively accomplish their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Bryan Guthrie)

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Deployed aircraft maintainers enable 'dynamic force employment'

A U.S. Air Force armament systems technician assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron performs final inspections on munitions armed to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 16, 2020. Aircraft armament systems specialists ensure munitions are properly loaded onto aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Bryan Guthrie)

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Deployed aircraft maintainers enable 'dynamic force employment'

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Nathan Brooks, 380th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, prepares to launch an F-16 at Al Dhafra Air Base (ADAB), United Arab Emirates, Dec. 16, 2020. Brooks deployed to ADAB to support a detachment of F-16s that strengthens U.S. Air Force Central's agility and amplifies its capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Bryan Guthrie)

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52nd AMXS trains pilots to refuel F-16 aircraft

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Versen, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, left, trains pilots how to refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Spangdahlem Air Base Germany, Dec. 11, 2020. The training provided a hands-on experience for pilots on how to refuel a jet in case a crew chief is not present. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Chance D. Nardone)

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52nd AMXS trains pilots to refuel F-16 aircraft

U.S. Air Force First Lt. Bjorn Nielsen, 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, inserts a fuel pump into an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an Agile Combat Employment training at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2020. This training allows for the pilots to become more versatile, minimize aircraft downtime and increase mission effectiveness in a deployed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Chance D. Nardone)

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52nd AMXS trains pilots to refuel F-16 aircraft

Airmen from the 52nd Maintenance Group train a group of pilots on how to refuel F-16 aircraft at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2020. The training increases Agile Combat Employment capabilities and creates more multicapable Airmen within the 52nd Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Chance D. Nardone)

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52nd AMXS trains pilots to refuel F-16 aircraft

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Versen, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, right, teaches pilots how to refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2020. The training provided experience for pilots to refuel their own jet in a deployed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Chance D. Nardone)

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201208-F-VG991-1209

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kwiatkowski, Third Air Force command chief, visit the 702nd Munitions Support Squadron, Dec. 8, 2020, at Büchel Air Base, Germany. Reed and Kwiatkowski received a fresher understanding and familiarization with the current mission readiness of the 702nd MUNSS, and were able to interact with and recognize some of the hard work the Airmen have been doing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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201207-F-VG991-1169

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kwiatkowski, Third Air Force command chief, visit the 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergencies Flight, Dec. 7, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Reed and Kwiatkowski wanted to show their appreciation and to highlight the importance of having German civilians being a part of and strengthening their team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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201207-F-VG991-1134

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kwiatkowski, Third Air Force command chief, meet with the 52nd LRS Airmen during their visit, Dec. 7, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. The 52nd LRS Airmen showcased their readiness, displayed their vehicles and discussed their innovation plans and projects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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201207-F-VG991-1101

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kwiatkowski, Third Air Force command chief, listen to briefs in a protective aircraft shelter, Dec. 7, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Reed and Kwiatkowski were able to see the different PAS capabilities, challenges and renovation program in place, as well as see how the 52nd FW Airmen were maintaining their capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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201207-F-VG991-1047

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Randy Kwiatkowski, Third Air Force command chief, participate in a discussion held in the Chapel Annex for a resilience discussion, Dec. 7, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. The purpose of this discussion was to touch base on the importance of resilience and techniques to build resilience during difficult times related to the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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201207-F-VG991-1026

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, participates in briefings held in the 52nd Fighter Wing conference room, Dec. 7, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Reed visited the 52nd FW to gain more insight on the base’s priorities, mission capabilities and plans for future innovation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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52nd MXG host ACE course

From far left, U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Bradley Pippin, 52nd Maintenance Group maintenance training instructor, Staff Sgt. Joseph Livingston, 52nd MXG maintenance training instructor, Tech Sgt. Jeremy Mayfield, 52nd Maintenance Squadron engine technician, and Tech Sgt. Alec Swartz, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, perform an inspection on the wing of an F-16 Fighting Falcon, Dec. 9, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. The inspection was part of an Agile Combat Employment course, which enables Airmen to become more versatile outside of their respective career fields and allow aircraft to increase deterrence capabilities in more remote locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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52nd MXG host ACE course

From far left, U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Bradley Pippin, 52nd Maintenance Group maintenance training instructor, Tech Sgt. Jeremy Mayfield, 52nd Maintenance Squadron engine technician, Tech Sgt. Alec Swartz, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, and Staff Sgt. Joseph Livingston, 52nd MXG maintenance training instructor, perform a pre-flight inspection, Dec. 9, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. During the inspection, the students were ensuring that the aircraft was ready to fly with no complications and that it was fully serviceable. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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52nd MXG host ACE course

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Livingston, 52nd Maintenance Group maintenance training instructor, left, and Tech Sgt. Jeremy Mayfield, 52nd Maintenance Squadron engine technician, conduct a pre-flight inspection on an F-16 Fighting Falcon, Dec. 9, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. The Agile Combat Employment course allows Airmen to become certified in other career field capabilities, giving them the opportunity to become multifunctional and versatile whenever necessary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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52nd MXG host ACE course

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Jeremy Mayfield, 52nd Maintenance Squadron engine technician, performs a pre-flight inspection during an Agile Combat Employment course, Dec. 9, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. The purpose of the ACE course is to enable Airmen from maintenance career fields to perform crew chief capabilities, making them more versatile and broadening their mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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52nd MXG host ACE course

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Jeremy Mayfield, 52nd Maintenance Squadron engine technician, left, and Staff Sgt. Joseph Livingston, 52nd Maintenance Group maintenance training instructor, begin a pre-flight inspection on an F-16 Fighting Falcon, Dec. 9, 2020, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Mayfield and Livingston were part of an Agile Combat Employment course where the students learned crew chief responsibilities, such as launch, recovery and refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody W. Howley)

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