Helmets from the 36th Fighter Squadron sit on a counter in advance of takeoffs during RED FLAG-Alaska 22-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, May 3, 2022. Aircrew flight equipment Airmen assigned to the 51st Operations Support Squadron participated in RF-A to support aircrew flying operations and ensure the safety of pilots assigned to the 36th FS. RF-A is a Pacific Air Forces- directed field training exercise focused on improving the combat readiness of and international forces and provides training for units preparing for air and space expeditionary force tasking.

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