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Fairchild Air Force Base

A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

An F-35 Lightning II from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, waits to be refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020, near Hill AFB. Fairchild’s primary mission is to provide responsive air refueling and agile combat support across the full range of military operations to enable global reach. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

An F-35 Lightning II from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, latches on to a boom operator to receive fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020, near Hill AFB. Fairchild’s primary mission is to provide responsive air refueling and agile combat support across the full range of military operations to enable global reach. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alfredo Legaspi, 92nd Force Support Squadron services shift lead, prepares food for midnight dinner, Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. 92nd FSS food services Airmen ensure meals are prepared and properly cooked to support Airmen every day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nick J. Daniello)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Mark Sunden, 92nd Aerospace Medical Squadron oral surgeon, and Mrs. Jessica Krueger, oral surgery assistant, perform oral surgery on a patient Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. There is a monitor for every oral surgery to monitor vital signs of the patient to ensure the patient doesn’t feel distressed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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U.S. Air Force Major Jeffery Smith, 92nd Medical Operations Squadron mental health flight commander, talks a patient through breathing exercises February 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The mental health clinic offers services not only treatment of severe cases such as post-traumatic stress, alcoholism or domestic violence, but also offers help for more common issues like stress, depression or anxiety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force David Martin, physical therapy assistant assists a patient with lift exercises, Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Fairchild’s physical therapists are able to order certain medications as well as place patients on quarters or duty limiting profiles if needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brittaney Wigginton, 92nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron NCO in charge of dental support, paints a tooth cap for a patient Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The dental lab at Fairchild has capabilities to make a tooth cap for a patient in just 35 minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tristan Crosswhite, 92nd Aerospace Medicine Squadron dental assistant, takes dental x-rays for a patient Feb. 27, 2020 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Fairchild’s dental clinic gives priority care to active duty personnel and limited treatment for military dependents and retirees. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Capt. Mark Sunden, 92nd Aerospace Medical Squadron oral surgeon, and Mrs. Jessica Krueger, oral surgery assistant, perform oral surgery on a patient February 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The dental clinic offers active duty Airmen wisdom teeth surgeries as needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kenith McDonald, 92nd Medical Operations Squadron emergency medical technician, checks the ambulance vehicle to ensure all equipment is present Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Fairchild EMTs work 24-hour shifts with two days off in-between. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Laura Hakes, 92nd Medical Support Squadron radiology technician, takes a chest x-ray for a patient Feb. 27, 2020 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Radiology provides medical support for both the 92nd and 141st Air Refueling Wings and tenant units at Fairchild. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Stephanie Grant, 92nd Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment technician, fits a helmet during a respirator test at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. As a part of the AFE duties, Airmen are required to make sure equipment operates correctly, and repair or replace any parts as needed. AFE technicians are required to test aircrew equipment to ensure the safety of aircrew Airmen while conducting the mission. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 92nd Maintenance and Aircraft Maintenance Squadrons prepare to deice a KC-135 Stratotanker at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. A mixture of heated fluid and hot water is sprayed on the KC-135 prior to launching in cold weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 92nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepare to deice a KC-135 Stratotanker at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. 92nd AMXS Airmen work in all weather conditions to provide KC-135 Rapid Global Mobility capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Patrick Torres, 92nd Maintenance Squadron Non-Destructive Inspection journeyman, performs a magnetic particle inspection on essential aircraft parts at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. NDI Airmen uses six techniques to inspect aircraft parts without taking them apart, saving time while ensuring aircraft are safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

U.S. Air Force Airmen perform firearm qualifications as part of a 92nd Security Forces Combat Arms Training course at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. CATM provides Airmen with the skills and confidence they will serve them throughout their deployment. CATM courses are opportunities for Airmen to go to the range to enhance their skills with a weapon. (U.S. Air Force photo Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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Members of the 92nd Security Forces Squadron perform a uniform and gear inspection before beginning their shift Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The 92nd SFS is responsible for the base’s security and ensuring the mission, Airmen and assets are protected. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Mullen)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Burback, 92nd Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training instructor, conducts a firearm qualification course at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. Roughly 2,000 active duty and 500 Air National Guard Airmen are qualified through the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance course on several different weapon systems including the M4 Carbine and the M16 rifle. (U.S. Air Force photo Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

A KC-135 Stratoanker sits in a hangar as Airmen from the 92nd Maintenance Squadron perform maintenance on it Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. Fairchild has the largest fleet of KC-135s in the world, and Airmen from the 92nd MXS are responsible for keeping them safe, functioning and ready to support the needs of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Mullen)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tyler case, 92nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft medals technology journeyman, welds a section of stairs Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The aircraft medals technology shop are machinists and welders, responsible for welding, fabricating and custom-making metal components that are critical to the aircraft functions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Mullen)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joseph Stevens, 92nd Security Forces Squadron security forces journeyman, checks ID cards at the front gate of Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. Airmen like Stevens ensure the base’s mission, Airmen and assets are protected. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Mullen)

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The sun rises over the flight line at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020. Fairchild is the Air Forces largest tanker wing and is responsible for providing responsive air refueling anywhere in the world, enabling Global Reach for America. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Mullen)

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kullen Fuller, 92nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft hydraulic systems journeyman, remove the front cone of a boom pod, Feb. 27, 2020, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. The hydraulics shop ensures the hydraulic and pneumatic systems like landing gear and breaks, work as quickly and as efficiently as intended. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Mullen)

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Fairchild completes Exercise Titan Fury

U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotankers prepare to take-off during Exercise Titan Fury at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Dec. 9, 2019. The KC-135 is utilized to extend the reach of fighters, bombers and other aircraft through aerial refueling, projecting U.S. and allied airpower around the world 24/7, 365 days a year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lawrence Sena)

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A day in the life of Fairchild Airmen

Published March 3, 2020
92nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. -- An F-35 Lightning II from Hill Air Force Base, Utah, waits to be refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 27, 2020, near Hill AFB. Fairchild’s primary mission is to provide responsive air refueling and agile combat support across the full range of military operations to enable global reach. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jesenia Landaverde)