Bomber Task Force mission to Middle East
Pilots from the 69th Bomb Squadron board B-52H Stratofortress bomber “Heavy Hauler” in preparation for a flight on March 6, 2021, at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. The U.S. military maintains a strong bomber force, capable of deploying combat power on short notice. Bomber Task Force missions provide opportunities to train and integrate with regional partners and is an important element of a broader deterrent strategy in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Josh W. Strickland)