Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

A B-52 Stratofortress pilot sits in the cockpit prior to takeoff at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater, they provide a critical role in strategic deterrence. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Jimenez, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance unit apprentice, adjusts a component on a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron prior to departure at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Jimenez was part of a Bomber Task Force focused on deterring adversaries, assuring allies and partners, strengthening interoperability and maintaining and demonstrating readiness and lethality across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

Airmen from the 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, inspect the landing gear of a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Dozens of Airmen supported the Bomber Task Force missions which was intended to deter adversaries, assure allies and partners, strengthen interoperability, maintain and demonstrate readiness and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron que on the flightline prior to takeoff at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. The aircraft were part of a Bomber Task Force which is the global employment of U.S. strategic bombers, that provide strategic military advantage to achieve national and combatant commander objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

Airmen prep a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron for takeoff at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater, they provide a critical role in strategic deterrence. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

An Airman from the 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, inspects the underbelly of a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022 Dozens of Airmen supported the Bomber Task Force mission which was intended to deter adversaries, assure allies and partners, strengthen interoperability, maintain and demonstrate readiness and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Jimenez, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance unit apprentice, adjusts a component on a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, prior to departure at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Jimenez was part of a Bomber Task Force focused on deterring adversaries, assuring allies and partners, strengthening interoperability, and maintaining and demonstrating readiness and lethality across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

Airmen from the 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, converse prior to a B-52 Stratofortress takeoff at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Dozens of Airmen supported the Bomber Task Force mission which was intended to deter adversaries, assure allies and partners, strengthen interoperability, maintain and demonstrate readiness and lethality across Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

An Airman from the 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, performs maintenance on the engine of a B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Dozens of Airmen supported the Bomber Task Force mission which was intended to deter adversaries, assure allies and partners, strengthen interoperability, maintain and demonstrate readiness and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

A B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, taxis on the runway prior to takeoff at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater, they provide a critical role in strategic deterrence. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

A B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater, they provide a critical role in strategic deterrence. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

A B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Strategic bombers contribute to stability in the European theater, they provide a critical role in strategic deterrence. If called upon, U.S. bombers offer a rapid response capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron que on the flightline prior to takeoff at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. A Bomber Task Force is the global employment of U.S. strategice bombers, providing strategic military advantage to achehive national and combatant commander objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver)

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Bomber Task Force concludes strategic mission at RAF Fairford

Published Sept. 26, 2022
By Staff Sgt. Eugene Oliver
501st Combat Support Wing Public Affairs

RAF FAIRFORD, England --

B-52 Stratofortress Aircraft assigned to the 23d Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, departed from RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Sept. 21, 2022. Dozens of Airmen supported the Bomber Task Force missions which was intended to deter adversaries, assure allies and partners, strengthen interoperability, maintain and demonstrate readiness and lethality.