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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Mark Weatherington, Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center commander, right, along with other U.S. military delegates, meet with Indian Air Force Air Marshal Vikram Singh, Senior Air Staff Officer, Headquarters Western Air Command, during Aero India 2021 at Yelahanka Air Station, India, Feb. 5, 2021. Indian and U.S. government leaders and military officials held a series of discussion focused on the shared goal of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
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Broadcasting bombers

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Fessler, the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron commander who piloted the first B-1 demonstration during Aero India 2021, is interviewed by a Hindi TV reporter in Bengaluru, India, Feb. 4, 2021. Fessler emphasized that the B-1 and Indian Air Force Tejas flight signified the first time the two air forces participated jointly in an exercise together. The bomber force's involvement in Aero India signals a growing movement to enhance the two countries partnership.
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Aero India 2021 8AF Team

The Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center command team, Public Affairs and International Affairs teams, arrive at Yelahanka Air Station in Bengaluru, India for Aero India 2021 Feb. 3-5. This year's B-1 demonstration marks the first time a U.S. bomber has landed on Indian soil since October 1945. More than 40 Airmen deployed from Ellsworth and Barksdale Air Force Base with the intention to strengthen military relationship and enhance cooperation with India.
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B-1s arrives at Bengaluru

A 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief tends to a B-1B as it taxis in at Kempegowda International Airport, India, after more than a 20-hour sortie from Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota. More than 40 Airmen deployed in support of Aero India 2021 in an effort to strengthen India-US relations.
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Aerial maneuvers with USAF and India aircraft

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer conducts aerial manuevers with two Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jets at the Aero India 2021 trade show at Yelahanka Air Station, India, Feb. 5, 2021. Aero India 2021 marks the first time U.S. B-1 bombers have integrated with IAF aircraft. U.S. and Indian governemnt officials and military leaders continue to strengthen relationships and further the two nations' partnership.
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USAF representatives

Members of the U.S. delegation, comprised of both Department of Defense and Dept. of State representatives, stand ready for the opening ceremony of Aero India 2021 at Yelahanka Air Station in Bengaluru, India, Feb. 3. Among the group is Eighth Air Force leadership, Maj. Gen. Mark Weatherington, 8th Air Force commander (third from right), and Chief Master Sgt. Melvina Smith, 8th Air Force command chief (back center), who represent the U.S. Air Force's bomber force. The B-1 demonstration at the trade show signified a growing partnership between India and the U.S.
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Whiteman AFB recognized during UCM Military Appreciation basketball game

U.S. Air Force Col. Kyle Wilson, 509th Bomb Wing vice commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Jason Hodges, 509th BW command chief, right, pose for a photo with the University of Central Missouri mascot during the UCM Military Appreciation basketball game, Feb. 13, 2021, in Warrensburg, Missouri. Whiteman AFB and UCM share a valuable community partnership that fosters a supportive relationship between the base and local communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Dylan Nuckolls)
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Whiteman AFB recognized during UCM Military Appreciation basketball game

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Hodges, 509th Bomb Wing command chief, left, Col. Kyle Wilson, 509th BW vice commander, center, and Lindsay Chapman, University of Central Missouri general counsel, pose for a photo during a recognition ceremony of the UCM Military Appreciation basketball game, Feb. 13, 2021, in Warrensburg, Missouri. Whiteman AFB and UCM share a valuable community partnership that fosters a supportive relationship between the base and local communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Dylan Nuckolls)
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Sunset over a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber at Nellis AFB

A B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber sits on a flightline during Red Flag 21-1, Feb. 1, 2021, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. During RF 21-1, the 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flew approximately 60 B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber training missions with multiple aircraft in order to further enhance their experience for future sorties. Aircrews rotated their mission duties throughout the large-force exercise, expanding their ability to plan and execute operations best fit for various contingency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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Showing off a 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron patch for Red Flag 21-1

An Airman displays a 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron patch during Red Flag 21-1, Feb. 12, 2021, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. In order to ensure Team Whiteman always upholds its global deterrence responsibility, Red Flag challenged Airmen to operate in a limited environment to better enhance their readiness and ensure mission success. Aircrews rotated their mission duties throughout the large-force exercise, expanding their ability to plan and execute operations best fit for various contingency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron Airmen stand for a group photo

Multiple 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron Airmen stand for a group photo during Red Flag 21-1, Feb. 6, 2021, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Along with aircrew, approximately 100 Team Whiteman Airmen participated in the large-force exercise as the lead wing. As the lead wing, RF 21-1 enabled Team Whiteman Airmen to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency, while validating their always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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The Great Artiste, 509th Composite Group Silverplate B-29 Superfortress, sits partially disassembled at the Gate of Pease Air Force Base, New Hampshire, June 1991. The B-29 was fully assembled at Whiteman AFB, Missouri later in 1991. (Courtesy Photo)
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The Great Artiste: Preserving our legacy

One of four Wright R-3350 Duplex Cyclone radial engines sits in the partially disassembled wing of The Great Artiste, 509th Composite Group Silverplate B-29 Superfortress, at the gate of Pease Air Force Base, New Hampshire. The Great Artiste was joined by Pease AFB’s B-52 Stratofortress, FB-111 Aardvark, and KC-97 Stratofreighter on its trip to Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. (Courtesy Photo)
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The Great Artiste: Preserving our legacy

The Great Artiste, 509th Composite Group Silverplate B-29 Superfortress, sits at the gate of Pease Air Force Base, New Hampshire from 1978 until 1991. The aircraft on display is a replica built from an SB-29 ‘Super Dumbo’ that served in the Korean War and was recovered from Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. (Courtesy Photo)
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Renewal of Declaration of Public Health Emergency for Whiteman AFB

Col. Jeffrey Schreiner, 509th Bomb Wing commander, has renewed the declaration of the Public Health Emergency, in accordance with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 10-2519, Public Health Emergencies and Incidents of Public Health Concern, and Assistant Secretary of Defense memorandum dated 27 April 2020, titled Extension of Department of Defense Public Health Emergency Declarations. This declaration will terminate automatically 90 days from the date of this memorandum unless it is renewed or terminated sooner by Schreiner or a senior commander in the chain of command. (Courtesy Photo)
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Preparing an aircraft stand for a post-flight inspection after a Red Flag 21-1 nighttime training mission

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Anderson, left, and Staff Sgt. Sean Cadigan, both 509th Maintenance Squadron signature diagnostics technicians, setup an aircraft standing during Red Flag 21-1, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 1, 2021. Along with aircrew, approximately 100 Team Whiteman Airmen participated in the large-force exercise as the lead wing. As the lead Wing, RF 21-1 enabled Team Whiteman to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency, while validating their always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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Team Whiteman Airmen walking back to their RF 21-1 maintenance shop

U.S. Air Force Airmen with Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, walk back to their unit’s maintenance shop during Red Flag 21-1, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 1, 2021. Aircrews rotated their mission duties throughout the large-force exercise, expanding their ability to plan and execute operations best fit for various scenarios. The large-force exercise enables Team Whiteman to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency, while validating their always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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Team Whiteman Airman marshals B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber for a takeoff

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Philip Keating, 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief, marshals a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber for a takeoff during Red Flag 21-1, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 1, 2021. Along with aircrew, approximately 100 Team Whiteman Airmen participated in the large-force exercise as the lead wing. As the lead Wing, RF 21-1 enabled Team Whiteman Airmen to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency, while validating their always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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A night sky dawns on a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber during Red Flag 21-1

A B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber sits on a flightline during Red Flag 21-1, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 1, 2021. During Red Flag 21-1, the 393rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flew B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber training missions with multiple aircraft in order to further enhance their experience for future sorties. Aircrews rotated their mission duties throughout the large-force exercise, expanding their ability to plan and execute operations best fit for various contingency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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131st Bomb Wing maintenance Airman supports Red Flag 21-1 training operations

U.S. Air National Guard Staff Sgt. James Whitney, 131st Maintenance Squadron crew chief, waits to start a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber post-flight check during Red Flag 21-1, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Feb. 1, 2021. In order to ensure Team Whiteman always upholds its global deterrence responsibility, Red Flag challenged Airmen to operate in a limited environment to better enhance their readiness and ensure mission success. Aircrews rotated their mission duties throughout the large-force exercise, expanding their ability to plan and execute operations best fit for various contingency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)
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