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Pilots prepare to land a B-52H Stratofortress.

Landing Prep

Pilots with the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., prepare to land a B-52H Stratofortress at RAF Fairford, England, after taking part in a Bomber Task Force Europe mission over Ukraine, Sept. 4, 2020. The strategic bomber missions provide theater familiarization for aircrew members and opportunities for U.S. integration with NATO allies and regional partners.

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  • Credit: Air Force Master Sgt. Burt Traynor VIRIN: 200904-F-JR513-0067.JPG
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