An A-10 Thunderbolt II waits for a final inspection from the end-of-runway crew at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Dec. 6, 2016. The 442d Maintenance Group’s EOR crew checks each aircraft for leaks, loose parts or any damage to the tires or aircraft before takeoffs and after landings.

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