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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Chase Coleman, an entry controller with the 509th Security Forces Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., stands guards at an entry control point Aug. 10, 2016 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The United States maintains a strong, credible bomber force that enhances the security and stability of allies and partners around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., sits on the parkway at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 10, 2016. More than 200 Airmen and three B-2s deployed from Whiteman supporting bomber operations providing a visible demonstration of the U.S. ability to project power globally and respond to any potential crisis or challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Bomber crews maintain readiness during BAAD missions

U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirits deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., taxi toward the flightline prior to take off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. Bomber crews readily deploy in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to conduct global operations in coordination with other Combatant Commands, Services, and appropriate U.S. Government Agencies to deter and detect strategic attacks against the U.S., its allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elijah Fleming, a crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., waits for communication near a generator during pre-flight checks at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 10, 2016. Bomber training missions ensure crews maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency and demonstrate their ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Bomber crews maintain readiness during BAAD missions

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Helms, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, salutes a B-2 pilot prior to take off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. More than 200 Airmen and three B-2s deployed to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to demonstrate the ability of the U.S. bomber force to provide a flexible and vigilant long-range global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kory Stanton, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., reviews forms during pre-flight checks at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 10, 2016. These bomber missions strengthen capabilities by familiarizing aircrew with airbases and operations across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Julian Tobin (left), an aerospace repair technician assigned to the 509th Maintenance Squadron, and Tech. Sgt. Kory Stanton, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, finish pre-flight inspections Aug. 10, 2016 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Bomber training missions ensure crews maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency in demonstrating their ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler flies over a U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 10, 2016 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Training and theater security cooperation engagements with U.S. allies and partners demonstrate a shared commitment to promoting security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Bomber crews maintain readiness during BAAD missions

Airmen assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct pre-flight checks with a B-2 Spirit prior to take off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. More than 200 Airmen and three B-2s deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., in support of U.S. Strategic Command's Bomber Assurance and Deterrence missions. The BAAD deployments are part of a long-standing history of maintaining a consistent bomber presence in the Indo-Asia-Pacific in order to maintain regional stability, and provide assurance to our allies and partners in the region. ( U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Bomber crews maintain readiness during BAAD missions

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Helms, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, marshals a B-2 Spirit to the flightline at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. Airmen from the 509th AMXS and 131st Maintenance Group from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., deployed to the Indo-Asia-Pacific to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency and demonstrate their ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Bomber crews maintain readiness during BAAD missions

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Layton, an assistant dedicated crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, communicates pre-flight instructions with a B-2 Spirit pilot at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. Crew chiefs from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., deployed here to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency, and demonstrate the U.S. commitment to regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

Members of the 509th and 131st Maintenance Group deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., conduct pre-flight checks Aug. 10, 2016, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Approximately 200 Airmen and three B-2 Spirits deployed here to demonstrate the ability of the U.S. bomber force providing a flexible and vigilant long range global-strike capability and a commitment to supporting global security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Bomber crews maintain readiness during BAAD missions

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Layton (left), an assistant dedicated crew chief, and Staff Sgt. Matthew Helms, a dedicated crew chief, both assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, communicate pre-flight instructions with a B-2 Spirit pilot prior to take off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. More than 200 Airmen and three B-2s deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., to conduct local sorties and regional training and integrate with regional allies in support of Bomber Assurance and Deterrence missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Julian Tobin, an aerospace repair technician with the 509th Maintenance Squadron, tapes off sections of a B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 10, 216 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The U.S. routinely and visibly demonstrates its commitment to its allies and partners through the global operations of our military forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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509th AFE supports BAAD

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Perry, an Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, assigned with the 509th Operation Support Squadron, performs preventative maintenance on an oxygen supply tube, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 9, 2016. Approximately 200 Airmen and three B-2s from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., deployed here in support of U.S. Strategic Command’s Bomber Assurance and Deterrence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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509th AFE supports BAAD

U.S. Air Force Aircrew Flight Equipment technicians assigned to the 509th Operation Support Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., conduct pre-checks on flight equipment at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 9, 2016. The work of the AFE shop ensures the safety of the B-2 pilots and allows the bomber crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency in demonstrating their ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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509th AFE supports BAAD

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Adam Clapp, an Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, assigned to the 509th Operation Support Squadron, tailors a life preserver on an air ace vest, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 9, 2016. Approximately 200 Airmen and three B-2s from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., deployed here in support of U.S. Strategic Command’s Bomber Assurance and Deterrence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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509th AFE supports BAAD

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Perry, an Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, assigned to the 509th Operation Support Squadron, loosens microphone screws from a mask, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 9, 2016. AFE technicians, deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., disassemble, inspect, clean and reassemble aircrew flight equipment as part of a 75 item checklist. The work of the AFE shop ensures the safety of the B-2 pilots and allows the bomber crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency in demonstrating their ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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509th AFE supports BAAD

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Perry, an Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, assigned to the 509th Operation Support Squadron, reviews technical orders at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 9, 2016. Each AFE member conducts the 134 item inspection ensuring there are no discrepancies before pilots don their gear. Members from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., along with three B-2s, deployed here in the Indo-Asia-Pacific to conduct U.S. Strategic Command-led air operations, providing leaders with deterrent options to maintain regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Miguel Lara III)

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Making history: B-52, B-1, B-2s maintain regional stability in PACOM theater

A B-52 Stratofortress, B-1 Lancer and B-2 Spirit sit beside one another on the flightline at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug.10, 2016. This marks the first time in history that all three of Air Force Global Strike Command's strategic bomber aircraft are simultaneously conducting operations in the U.S. Pacific Command area of operations. The B-1 Lancer, which arrived at Andersen Aug. 6, will replace the B-52 in support of the U.S. Strategic Command Continuous Bomber Presence mission. The CBP bomber swap between the B-1 and B-52 is occurring throughout the month of August as the B-1s return to support this mission for the first time since April 2006. In addition to the CBP bomber swap, three B-2s arrived in theater to conduct a Bomber Assurance and Deterrence deployment. The CBP mission and BAAD deployments are part of a long-standing history of maintaining a consistent bomber presence in the Indo-Asia-Pacific in order to maintain regional stability, and provide assurance to our allies and partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard Ebensberger)

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