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The 414th Combat Training Squadron conducts Red Flag exercises to provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. There are three iterations of Red Flag annually, one U.S. only, one open to FVEY (Five Eyes) participants and one that welcomes an expanded roster of international allies and partners. The training occurs at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada on the Nevada Test and Training Range, the U.S. Air Force’s premier military training area with more than 12,000 square miles of airspace and 2.9 million acres of land.

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2 pararescue Airmen recieve Silver Star Medals for gallent actions in Afghanistan

Gen. CQ Brown Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, presents the Silver Star Medal certificate to Staff Sgt. Daniel Swensen, 58th Rescue Squadron pararescueman, in a ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 13, 2019. Swensen was awarded the Silver Star Medal for gallantry in action against enemies of the United States while embedded with Army Special Forces Operational Detachment-Alpha 1215 in Afghanistan, Sept. 13-14, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Guthrie)
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2 pararescue Airmen recieve Silver Star Medals for gallent actions in Afghanistan

Pararescue Airmen stand at attention while the Silver Star is awarded to fellow pararescuemen, Tech. Sgt. Gavin Fisher, 350th Special Warfare Training Squadron, and Staff Sgt. Daniel Swensen, 58th Rescue Squadron, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 13, 2019. The Silver Star is the U.S. Armed Forces’ third highest military combat decoration and is presented for gallantry in action against enemies of the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Guthrie)
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Climber visits 66th RQS after harrowing rescue

Dr. Daniel Cottam talks to Airmen assigned to the 823rd Maintenance Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Nov. 16, 2018. The Airmen were part of the team who launched the helicopters that rescued Cottam after a hiking accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Climber visits 66th RQS after harrowing rescue

Spencer Cottam tries on a tactical vest in the 823rd Maintenance Squadron hangar at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Nov. 16, 2018. Having taken part in multiple rescues as a civilian, Spencer described the 66th Rescue Squadron as one of the most professional and precise rescues he has ever seen. Spencer visited the 66th RQS with his nephew Dr. Daniel Cottam, following Dr. Cottam’s rescue after a fall near Zion Canyon left him severely injured. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Climber visits 66th RQS after harrowing rescue

Ruth Cottam tries on a helmet from the 66th Rescue Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Nov. 16, 2018. Ruth’s dad, Dr. Daniel Cottam, was rescued by the 66th RQS when he suffered multiple broken bones from a hiking accident near Zion Canyon, Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Climber visits 66th RQS after harrowing rescue

The Cottam family speaks with 66th Rescue Squadron Airmen during a squadron tour at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Nov. 16, 2018. The 66th RQS rescued Dr. Daniel Cottam, his wife and his uncle when Cottam was severely injured after falling during a hike near Zion Canyon, Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Climber visits 66th RQS after harrowing rescue

Capt. Ben Gransee, 66th Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter pilot, meets Dr. Daniel Cottam, a bariatric surgeon from Salt Lake City, Utah, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Nov. 16, 2018. Gransee piloted the helicopter that rescued Cottam after he was severely injured after falling off a cliff when his climbing equipment malfunctioned. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

An F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet prepares to launch during a Gunsmoke Competition Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. From weapons personnel loading the live weapons and crew chiefs perfectly launching the aircraft, to pilots using those weapons to hit their targets, each team was judged on their safety and execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Airman 1st Class Liam Burke, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet maintainer, inspects an F-15E prior to launching Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Maintainers inspect aircraft prior to flights to ensure safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Airman 1st Class Bonifacio Garcia, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet maintainer, cleans an F-15E landing gear while participating in a Gunsmoke Competition Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The Gunsmoke Competition has been brought back to Nellis to boost morale and readiness across the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Airman 1st Class Bonifacio Garcia, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet maintainer, salutes Maj. Travis Klare and Capt. Andrew Griffin, 17th Weapons Squadron pilots, before their flight Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The pilots flew their F-15E over the Nevada Test and Training Range during a Gunsmoke Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Capt. Andrew Griffin, 17th Weapons Squadron pilot, inspects an F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet prior to his flight Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Pilots preform pre-flight inspections to ensure safety of both pilots and the aircraft during a flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

An F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet prepares to launch during a Gunsmoke Competition Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. From weapons personnel loading the live weapons and crew chiefs perfectly launching the aircraft, to pilots using those weapons to hit their targets, each team was judged on their safety and execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Airman 1st Class Bonifacio Garcia, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet maintainer, inspects an F-15E before flight Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Crew chiefs are required to perform inspections prior to every launch. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Senior Airman Joshua Cowart, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet maintainer, prepares an F-15E for launch Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Cowart was one of many participants representing Strike AMU during a Gunsmoke Competition at Nellis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Gunsmoke returns to Nellis with a twist

Airman 1st Class Bonifacio Garcia, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet maintainer and Airman 1st Class Tom Sweeney, 757th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Strike Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet weapons personnel, observe an F-15E take off Nov. 15, 2018 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Garcia and Sweeney were participants in the maintenance and munitions portion of the Gunsmoke Competition held at Nellis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Bailee A. Darbasie)
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Ceremonial guardsmen ‘honor with dignity’

Senior Airman Philip Spegal and Airman 1st Class Ashley Libbey, Nellis Air Force Base honor guardsmen, perform last-minute uniform inspections at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Sept. 14, 2018. The mission of the Nellis Honor Guard is to represent the Air Force in a variety of ceremonial functions in Southern Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Ceremonial guardsmen ‘honor with dignity’

A1C Ashley Libbey, Nellis Air Force Base honor guardsman, performs a last-minute uniform inspection at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Sept. 14, 2018. The mission of the Nellis Honor Guard is to represent the Air Force in a variety of ceremonial functions in Southern Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Ceremonial guardsmen ‘honor with dignity’

A1C Ashely Libbey, Nellis Air Force Base honor guardsman, aligns rifles during a military honors funeral at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Sept. 14, 2018. Before any guardsman is put on a detail, they have nearly a month of training to learn the basic movements. Afterwards, they continue to meticulously work out the slightest imperfections. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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Ceremonial guardsmen ‘honor with dignity’

Airman 1st Class MaryJane Gutierrez, Nellis Air Force Base honor guardsman, salutes during after playing taps during a military honors funeral at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Sept. 14, 2018. Honor guardsmen are responsible for rendering military honors for funeral services and various Air Force ceremonies as well as provide their services at various opening ceremonies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew D. Sarver)
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