Air Force Senior Airman Stephen Markiewicz, 100th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, prepares a KC-135 Stratotanker for takeoff at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Jan. 5, 2024. Preparing a KC-135 for takeoff requires both the aircrew and maintainers to work together for a safe aircraft engine start and taxi.

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