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Avalon 2019 comes to an end

A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, is showcased as a static display for the 2019 Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition (AVALON 19) at Geelong, Victoria, Australia, Feb. 27, 2019. The Reaper is an armed, multi-mission, medium-altitude, long-endurance remotely piloted aircraft that is employed primarily against dynamic execution targets and secondarily as an intelligence collection asset. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

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COMPACAF visits Airmen at Avalon 2019

U.S. Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Pacific Air Forces commander, speaks to Airmen participating in the 2019 Australian International Aerospace & Defence Exposition and Airshow at Geelong, Victoria, Australia, Feb. 26, 2019. The U.S. participates in the Australian International Airshow and other similar events to demonstrate the U.S. focus on regional security and stability and support to the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

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COMPACAF visits Airmen at Avalon 2019

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Nicholson, 2019 Australian International Aerospace & Defence Exposition and Airshow (AVALON 19) USAF mission commander, welcomes Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, to AVALON 19 at Geelong, Victoria, Australia, Feb. 26, 2019. The airshow offers a venue to deepen the relationship and enhance regional security through expanded military-to-military cooperation with countries in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

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COMPACAF visits Airmen at Avalon 2019

U.S. Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, poses for a photo with a group of Airmen at Geelong, Victoria, Australia, Feb. 26, 2019. Approximately 130 U.S. personnel will participate in the 2019 Australian International Aerospace & Defence Exposition and Airshow. The U.S. participates in airshows like this to enable stronger relations with Australia and the international community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sergio A. Gamboa)

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A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber, assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off from Royal Australian Air Force Base (RAAF) Darwin, Australia, to return to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 9, 2018. The B-52 was in RAAF Darwin, Australia participating in exercise Lightning Focus, an Australian training exercise designed around improving, developing and integrating partner capabilities as part of Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) under the Force Posture Initiative between the United States and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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181209-F-NX530-0032

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber, assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, takes off from Royal Australian Air Force Base (RAAF) Darwin, Australia, to return to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 9, 2018. The B-52 was in RAAF Darwin, Australia participating in exercise Lightning Focus, an Australian training exercise designed around improving, developing and integrating partner capabilities as part of Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) under the Force Posture Initiative between the United States and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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First Australian F-35s pass through Hawaii

Royal Australian Air Force Flight Lieutenant Ben Monaghan, RAAF Wing Commander Darren Clare, No. 3 Squadron commander, U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Russ Mack, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, and Sally Timbs, Australian Consul, Defense Policy, pose for a photo in front of a RAAF F-35A at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Dec. 3, 3018. The F-35 marks the beginning of Australia’s technological and capability transformation to a fifth generation air force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hailey Haux)

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First Australian F-35s pass through Hawaii

A Royal Australian Air Force F-35A sits on the ramp at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Dec. 3, 2018. Two F-35As along with approximately 30 crewmembers traveled through Hawaii on their journey from Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, to Australia. The F-35 marks the beginning of Australia’s technological and capability transformation to a fifth generation air force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hailey Haux)

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First Australian F-35s pass through Hawaii

The coin to be presented to Royal Australian Air Force Air Marshal Leo Davies, Chief of Air Force, on behalf of U.S. Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander. The F-35 marks the beginning of Australia’s technological and capability transformation to a fifth generation air force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hailey Haux)

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First Australian F-35s pass through Hawaii

A Royal Australian Air Force maintenance crewmember looks over an F-35A after landing at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Dec. 3, 2018. To commemorate their transit through Hawaii, U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Russ Mack, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, presented a coin to the No. 3 Squadron commander. The F-35 marks the beginning of Australia’s technological and capability transformation to a fifth generation air force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hailey Haux)

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A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress Bomber assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., sits on an apron at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Dec. 3, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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Airman 1st Class Nicholas Casillas, 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief, marshals a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress before take off at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Dec. 3, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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Airman 1st Class Nicholas Casillas, 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief, checks a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress engine before take-off at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Dec. 3, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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181202-F-NX530-1106

Airman 1st Class Nicholas Casillas and Staff Sgt. Kenny Oliver, crew chiefs from the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, prepare a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress for take off at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Dec. 3, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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181202-F-NX530-1078

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bomber assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., sits on an apron at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Dec. 2, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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181129-F-NX530-0068

U.S. Air Force members from the 96th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Unit shake a tow bar to maneuver it into place on a B-52 Stratofortress bomber during exercise Lightning Focus at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Nov. 29, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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181129-F-NX530-0033

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Leading Aircraftman Kevin Ewart, 13th Squadron aircraft refuler, and U.S. Air Force Staff. Sgt. Spencer Leger, 96th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, discuss refueling operations during exercise Lightning Focus at RAAF Base Darwin, Australia, Nov. 29, 2018. Two B-52 Stratofortress bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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181129-F-NX530-0005

A B-52H Stratofortress bomber assigned to the 96th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., sits on an apron after arriving to Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Darwin, Australia, Nov. 29, 2018. Two bombers along with aircrew and support personnel deployed to RAAF Darwin to enable the U.S. to train and increase interoperability with Australian counterparts in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Enhanced Air Cooperation (EAC) program. The EAC comprises a range of air exercises and training activities designed to enhance regional cooperation, coordination and interoperability between Australian and U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Quail)

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Evacuees prepare to board aircraft in Palu, Indonesia Oct. 6, 2018 after thousands were displaced after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake and tsunami struck Indonesia’s Sulawesi Island Sept. 28, 2018. The Indonesian Government and U.S. Agency for International Development are working alongside eight countries agencies and foreign militaries ensuring supplies, airlift, shelter and medical support reach those affected. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. JT May III)

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100 years of ‘mateship’ on display during COMPACAF visit to Australia

Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, attends a briefing by Air Commodore Rob Chipman, General Capability Planning director, at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Williamtown, Australia, Aug. 9, 2018. His first trip to the region since taking command on July 26, 2018, Brown also met with key defense and military leaders in Canberra and RAAF Bases Tindal and Darwin to see first-hand the strength of the U.S.-Australia alliance and discuss opportunities to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hailey Haux)

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