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Lightning strikes behind an aircraft on a flight line.

Flightline Lightning

Lightning strikes behind a B-52H Stratofortress at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Aug. 8, 2017. The B-52 can conduct strategic attacks, close-air support, air interdiction, offensive counter-air and maritime operations. Air Force photo by Senior Airman J.T. Armstrong

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  • Credit: Senior Airman Justin Armstrong VIRIN: 170808-F-CG053-0010C.JPG
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