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U.S. continues CBP operations in Indo-Asia-Pacific region

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean March 10, 2017. The B-1B's are deployed to Andersen as part of U.S. Pacific Command's (USPACOM) Continuous Bomber Presence operations. This forward deployed presence demonstrates continuing U.S. commitment to stability and security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. Most importantly, these bomber rotations provide Pacific Air Forces and USPACOM commanders an extended deterrence capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher E. Quail)

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Bombers continue with BAAD

A U.S. Air Force B -2 Spirit aircraft deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., undergoes flight preparations as a KC-135 Stratotanker takes flight at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 15, 2016. 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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Bombers continue with BAAD

A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer deployed from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., taxis in front of a B-2 Spirit, deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 15, 2016. The Continuous Bomber Presence is vital to our combat capability because it mitigates the geographical challenges of distance that are unique to the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Bombers continue with BAAD

A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer deployed from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., lands onto the runway at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 15, 2016. The rotation of aircraft in support of U.S. Pacific Command’s Continuous Bomber Presence is specifically designed to demonstrate U.S. commitment to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region and enhance regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Bombers continue with BAAD

A U.S. Air Force B -2 Spirit aircraft deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., takes flight at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 15, 2016. More than 200 Airmen and three B-2s deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., in support of U.S. Pacific Command’s Bomber Assurance and Deterrence (BAAD) 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 Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

A U.S. Air Force B -2 Spirit aircraft deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., launches from the runway at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 12, 2016. Thanks to its subsonic speeds and its nearly 7,000 mile unrefueled range, the B-2 Spirit is capable of bringing massive firepower, in a short time, anywhere on the globe through the most challenging defenses. (U.S. Air force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

A U.S. Air Force B -2 Spirit aircraft deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., waits to taxi onto the flightline at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 12, 2016. The U.S. military has maintained a deployed strategic bomber presence in the Pacific since March 2004, which has contributed significantly to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alec Kinney and Senior Airman Khari Harris, both crew chiefs assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., prepare to marshal a B-2 Spirit onto the flightline at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. The U.S. Strategic Command regularly tests and evaluates the readiness of strategic assets to ensure the U.S. is able to honor their security commitments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit aircraft deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., awaits clearance to taxi onto the flightline, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. The U.S. maintains a strong, credible bomber force that enhances the security and stability of allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Khari Harris, a crew chief assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., endures rainy conditions to prepare a B-2 Spirit aircraft for take off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug,11, 2016. Bomber operations provide 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 Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Khari, left, and Senior Airman Alec Kinney, both crew chiefs assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., conduct pre-flight inspections at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug, 11, 2016. The U.S. Strategic Command forces operate 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week detecting and deterring strategic attack against the U.S. and their allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Assuring deterrence

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Khari Harris, left, and Senior Airman Alec Kinney, both crew chiefs assigned to the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., discuss pre-flight procedures at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 11, 2016. The U.S. maintains a strong, credible bomber force that enhances the security and stability of allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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Airmen ensure BAAD mission continues

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elijah Fleming, a dedicated crew chief with the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., reviews technical orders Aug. 10, 2016 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Bomber missions strengthen capabilities by familiarizing aircrew with airbases and operations across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovan Banks)

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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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