The Air Combat Command mission is to support global implementation of national security strategy. The

command operates fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, battle-management, and electronic-combat aircraft. It also

provides command, control, communications and intelligence systems, and conducts global information

operations.

The ACC Public Affairs mission is to promote public understanding and

support for ACC people and the ACC mission while developing PA forces

The following images are from bases The following images are from bases within Air Combat Command or from within Air Combat Command or from

ACC’s deployed Public Affairs personnel.ACC’s deployed Public Affairs personnel.

Andersen Air Force Base, Guam -- A B-52 Stratofortress from Minot Air Force Base, N.D., flies over the Pacific Ocean. The B-52 is deployed to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron and is part of a continuing operation to maintain a bomber presence in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald) (Released)

Andersen Air Force Base, Guam – Pilot Capt. Aaron Hedrick (above) preflights his B-52 bomber aircraft. Tech. Sgt. Jamie Mikus (top right) and Staff Sgt. Richard Timmerman (bottom right), 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons loaders deployed from Minot Air Force Base, N.D., prepare an inert GBU-31 bomb to be loaded onto a B-52 Stratofortress during the Aces North exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald) (released)

Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. -- The Weapons School holds Mobile Air Force Exercise twice a year testing the ability of the C17 Globemaster and C-130 Hercules from U.S. Air Forces bases around the world to join together in formation at a specific time and location to drop a brigade-sized force anywhere in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by / Airman 1st Class Brett Clashman) (Released)

Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. -- The Weapons School holds Mobile Air Force Exercise twice a year testing the ability of the crews of C-17 Globemaster and C-130 Hercules from U.S. Air Forces bases around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Brett Clashman) (Released)

Virginia Beach, Va. -- The 71st Rescue Squadron HC-130 aircraft and para-rescue men from the 38th Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., perform during the Joint Air Power Demonstration at the Virginia Beach boardwalk April 22. The demonstration showcased the critical role air power plays in the joint fight. At right, the 38th Rescue Squadron pararescue men jump from the 41st Rescue Squadron’s HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jonathan Koob) (Released)

Langley Air Force Base, Va. -- Brayden and Bryant Green, (above) watch a Waco Biplane and T-28 Trojan perform maneuvers overhead during Air Power over Hampton Roads April 25. This annual event helps educate the public on Air Force capabilities, increases recruiting and shows appreciation to the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Travis Aston) (RELEASED)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vernon Young) (RELEASED)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vernon Young) (RELEASED)

Langley Air Force Base, Va.-- An F-15C Eagle is hosed down after landing during Airpower over Hampton Roads April 26. The F-15 West Coast Demonstration Team flew its final public flight during Langley's annual air show. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ashley Hawkins) (RELEASED)

Langley Air Force Base, Va. -- Staff Sgt. Robbin Bailon, Thunderbirds flight equipment technician, adjusts a helmet while fitting Trooper Kurt Johnson, Virginia State Police, for his flight suit April 23. Trooper Johnson was awarded a hometown hero certificate along with a flight for saving a little girl from a burning car on her third birthday. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Vernon Young) (RELEASED)

Langley Air Force Base, Va. -- Branden Johnson (left) talks to Master Sgt. Daniel Lawson, Thunderbirds line chief, prior to his father's hometown hero flight takeoff April 23. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Vernon Young) (RELEASED)

Langley Air Force Base, Va. -- James Bullard, a logistic integration support engineer with the U-2 spy plane "Dragon Lady" explains parts of the pilot's astronaut suit to the Retzlaff family at the Virginia Air & Space Center during Hampton Roads Air Force Week April 19. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Rebecca Montez) (RELEASED)

OFFUTT Air Force Base, Ne. -- Offutt firefighters extinguish the flames of a simulated aircraft fire during a joint training exercise. Firefighters from Offutt Air Force Base and Eppley Field Guard and Reserve units participated in a joint training exercise for disaster preparation May 6. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Josh Plueger) (RELEASED)

OFFUTT Air Force Base, Ne. -- Dr. Marcus Maydew, radiologist from Creighton University, reviews an X-ray in the radiology wing of the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic April 26. The clinic provides complete medical services for eligible beneficiaries enrolled in TRICARE Prime. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Charles Haymond) (RELEASED)

OFFUTT Air Force Base, Ne. -- General John D.W. Corley, commander Air Combat Command, shows his admiration and appreciation to Staff Sgt. Scott Lilley, during the ACC Outstanding Airmen of the Year Recognition Gala. Sergeant Lilley was deployed from Minot Air Force Base, Nd. April 15, 2005 when his vehicle was attacked in Iraq. Sustaining severe injuries, Sergeant Lilley was not expected to live. Two years to the date from the attack he was the personal guest of General Corley at the 2009 ACC Outstanding Airmen of the Year banquet. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Josh Plueger) (RELEASED)

Two F-22 Raptors fly over the Pacific Ocean during a theater security mission March 9. The Raptors are deployed from Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska to the 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The stealthfighters, along with associated maintenance and support personnel participate in various exercises that provide routine training in an environment different from their home station. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald) (RELEASED)

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For comments or questions concerning imageryFor comments or questions concerning imagery

from around the command, please contact:from around the command, please contact:

Rick Taylor or L. Emmett Lewis, Jr. (SAIC) at ACC/PAR,Rick Taylor or L. Emmett Lewis, Jr. (SAIC) at ACC/PAR,DSN 574-9989 or DSN 574-9989 or richard.taylor.ctr@langley.af.mil