An F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron, Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, flies over Guam for a training mission April 15. The 90th FS from Elmendorf AFB completed a 3-month deployment to Andersen AFB, Guam, in April as part of a theater security package. These deployments are a prudent measure to maintain a credible deterrent posture and presence for the region and demonstrate a continued U.S. commitment to fulfilling security responsibilities throughout the Western Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald)

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Airman 1st Class Joe Weinert checks the tire pressure of an F-22 Raptor the night before it departs from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15. The 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron's 90-day deployment to Andersen consisting of more than 250 Airmen and 14 aircraft came to a close April 16. The 90th EFS was deployed here via a regularly scheduled Air Expeditionary Force rotation, demonstrating U.S. commitment to peace and stability throughout the Pacific region. Airman Weinert is a crew chief assigned to the 36th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Whitney)

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A 36th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief inspects a F-22 Raptor the night before it departs Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15. The 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron’s 90-day deployment to Andersen, consisting of more than 250 Airmen and 14 aircraft, came to a close April 16. The 90th EFS was deployed here via a regularly scheduled Air Expeditionary Force rotation, demonstrating U.S. commitment to peace and stability throughout the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Whitney)

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Airman 1st Class Michael Biggs and Staff Sgt. Chad Konyndyk, 36th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs, conduct a maintenance check on a F-22 Raptor April 15 before it departs from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron's 90-day deployment to Andersen, consisting of more than 250 Airmen and 14 aircraft, came to a close April 16. The 90th EFS was deployed here via a regularly scheduled Air Expeditionary Force rotation, demonstrating U.S. commitment to peace and stability throughout the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Whitney)

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Staff Sgt. Chad Konyndyk and Airman 1st Class Michael Biggs, review F-22 Raptor data April 15 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The two Airmen are crew chiefs from the 36th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron. The 90th Fighter Squadron from Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, completed a three-month deployment to Andersen in April as part of a theater security package. The stealth-fighters, along with associated maintenance and support personnel participated in various exercises that provided routine training in an environment different from their home station. The F-22 is a highly maneuverable combat aircraft that can avoid enemy detection, cruise at supersonic speeds, and provide the joint force commander an unprecedented level of integrated situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald)

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Airman 1st Class Matt Porter (background) inspects an F-22 Raptor while crew chiefs, Staff Sgt. Chad Konyndyk and Airman 1st Class Michael Biggs, 36th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, review F-22 technical data April 15 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The 90th Fighter Squadron from Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, completed a three-month deployment to Andersen in April as part of a theater security package. The stealth-fighters, along with associated maintenance and support personnel participated in various exercises that provided routine training in an environment different from their home station. The F-22 is a highly maneuverable combat aircraft that can avoid enemy detection, cruise at supersonic speeds and provide the joint force commander an unprecedented level of integrated situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald)

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Airman 1st Class Daniel Kok, a weapons loader assigned to the 36th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, conducts an F-22 Raptor preflight inspection at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15. The 90th Fighter Squadron from Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, completed a three-month deployment to Andersen in April as part of a theater security package. The U.S. Pacific Command is committed to providing an environment of security, and stability to support and foster freedom and prosperity throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald)

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F-22 Raptors from the 90th Fighter Squadron from Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, line the Andersen AFB, Guam, flightline April 15. The 90th FS from Elmendorf completed a three-month deployment to Andersen in April as part of a theater security package. The stealth-fighters, along with associated maintenance and support personnel participated in various exercises that provided routine training in an environment different from their home station. The F-22 is a highly maneuverable combat aircraft that can avoid enemy detection, cruise at supersonic speeds, and provide the joint force commander an unprecedented level of integrated situational awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald)

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An F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, flies over Andersen AFB, Guam. The 90th FS from Elmendorf AFB completed a three-month deployment to Andersen AFB in April as part of a theater security package. As part of the continuing force posture adjustments to address worldwide requirements, the United States continues to deploy additional forces like the F-22 throughout the Western Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald)

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Airman 1st Class Matt Porter (foreground) and Joe Weinert, crew chiefs assigned to the 36th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, adjust the tire pressure of an F-22 Raptor the night before its departure for Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15. The 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron’s 90-day deployment to Andersen, consisting of more than 250 Airmen and 14 aircraft, came to a close April 16. The 90th EFS was deployed here via a regularly scheduled Air Expeditionary Force rotation, demonstrating U.S. commitment to peace and stability throughout the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Whitney)

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F-22 squadron completes deployment to Andersen

Published April 20, 2009