Distinguished visitors and local officials near RAF
Summary
Distinguished visitors and local officials near RAF Fairford stand beside a B-52H Stratofortress during a tour of all three Air Force Global Strike Command strategic bombers during their historic, simultaneous deployment to the European Theater June 12, 2017. Visitors were allowed up-close access to unique and capable weapon systems showcasing how U.S. Airmen support NATO allies and partners. The B-52H Stratofortress, B-1B Lancer, and B-2 Spirit are accompanied by approximately 800 Airmen to support bomber assurance and deterrence operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Curt Beach)
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Date
12/06/2017
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Defense Visual Information Distribution Service
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