FLARES OVER FLORIDA A U.S. Air Force gunship jettisons flares over an area near Hurlburt Field, Fla., Aug. 20, 2008. The flares are designed to intercept heat-seeking missiles that can track aircraft during real-world missions. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.06 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 098001-H-YRJ97-047.jpg Photo Gallery