An U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles from the 44th Fighter
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An U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles from the 44th Fighter Squadron from the Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan, taxis for take off as part of a morning familiarization sortie as part of Talisman Sabre 2011. RAAF Base Darwin is hosting six F-15C Eagle fighter jets from the U.S. Air Force's 44th Fighter Squadron for Talisman Sabre 2011. The Eagles are being supported by technicians from the 18th Maintenance Squadron, also from Kadena. These aircraft are conducting missions over training areas in the Northern Territory with a mix of United States Air Force, Navy, and Royal Australian Air Force aircraft. Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011 is a biennial military exercise which combines Australian and US Maritime, land and air, forces. This exercise is a major undertaking, which reflects the closeness of the Australian and US alliance and the strength of the military-military relationship. (Australian Defence Force photo by ADF Sgt. Rob Mitchell)
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