An Airman assigned to the 5th Maintenance Group loads AGM-86 air-launched cruise missiles onto a B-52H Stratofortress during Prairie Vigilance 24-3 at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, April 6, 2024. Exercises like Prairie Vigilance enable crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency, while validating the always-ready, global strike capability. ( Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

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