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Master Sgt. Kenyatta Prince, 336th Training Group Intramural Basketball team guard, shoots a free throw during the Intramural Basketball season championship at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 7, 2018. In basketball, free throws are unopposed attempts to score points from a restricted area on the court, and are generally awarded after a foul on the shooter by the opposing team. Each successful free throw is worth one point. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jesenia Landaverde)
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Training use only

Airman 1st Class Elijah Simmons, 92nd Maintenance Squadron, Aircraft Fuel Systems Squadron apprentice, prepares to enter a fuel tank training module, a section of a former KC-135 Stratotanker wing, during a training session at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. Fuel leaks on an aircraft can be a disaster mid-air or prevent an aircraft from possessing enough fuel pressure to even take off, making it a critical part of maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Blind repairs

Master Sgt. Zach Kuno, 141st Maintenance Squadron, Aircraft Fuel Systems supervisor, feels around for possible sealant corrosion inside a KC-135 Stratotanker fuel tank at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. The stress endured by aircraft during flight can strain and wear away seals on fuel tanks, requiring Airmen to enter and repair them. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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You need air to breathe

Air hoses lining the back wall of the 92nd Aircraft Fuel Systems Squadron's hangar feed oxygen to Airmen conducting repairs on aircraft at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. The fuel and chemicals used to repair and seal fuel tanks are toxic and require the use of safety precautions such as air mask respirators and specialized protective clothing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Tight spaces

Airman 1st Class Elijah Simmons, 92nd Maintenance Squadron, Aircraft Fuel Systems Squadron apprentice, maneuvers into position inside the fuel tank training module, a section of a former KC-135 Stratotanker wing, during a training session at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. The confines inside of a KC-135's wing can range from three by two and a half feet, to only 18 inches high and wide. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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One way in, one way out

Master Sgt. Zach Kuno, 141st Maintenance Squadron, Aircraft Fuel Systems supervisor, enters a fuel tank on a KC-135 Stratotanker while wearing a respirator and anti-static suit at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. The atmosphere in and around a fuel tank must be kept at safe levels of no more than 10 percent fuel vapor and oxygen levels between 19.5 and 23.5 percent to minimize health and fire risks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Anti-static suit

Master Sgt. Zach Kuno, 141st Maintenance Squadron, Aircraft Fuel Systems supervisor, adjusts his light while maneuvering inside a fuel tank on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. Fuel systems Airmen must mind any possible ignition source due to the potential flammability of fuel vapor in the air. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Peek-a-boo

Tech. Sgt. Joseph Gonzales, 92nd Maintenance Squadron, Aircraft Fuel Systems section chief, peers into the section of a fuel tank training module, a section of a former KC-135 Stratotanker's wing, during a training session at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 21, 2017. A KC-135 possesses eight, wing-borne fuel tanks and 16 fuel cells in the fuselage of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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141st Maintenance Group recieves new commander

Lt. Col. Lisa McLeod (center), 141st Maintenance Group commander, assumed command of the 141st MXG from Col. David Dixon (right), during a change of command ceremony Jan. 6, 2018, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington. McLeod assumed command after serving as the 141st MXG deputy commander. Col. Johan Deutscher (left), 141st Air Refueling Wing commander, presided over the ceremony. (U.S. Air National Guard photo/Staff Sgt. Rose Lust)
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Playing taps

A member of the Fairchild Air Force Base Honor Guard plays taps during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. The playing of Taps began during the American Civil War, where dissatisfied with the standard bugle call, General Daniel Butterfield reworked the melody to the 24-note version still in use today. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Saluting the dead

Senior Airman Sara Huston, 92nd Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, salutes a grave during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. Wreathes Across America is a non-profit organization that works the Department of Defense and its branches to honor fallen veterans with ceremonial wreathes annually. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Chaplain over a grave

Maj. Shawn Bishop, 92nd Air Refueling Wing chaplain, reads the name of a gravestone during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. Fairchild service members brave harsh winter conditions each year to pay honors to fallen veterans at the cemetery. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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At the ready

Several members of the Fairchild Air Force Base Honor Guard hold their rifles at “present arms” during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. It is customary at military funerals for Honor Guard to perform a three-rifle volley and play Taps. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Three rifle volley

A Fairchild Air Force Base Honor Guard firing party prepares to fire a three-rifle volley during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. The tradition of the three-rifle volley can be traced back to the Roman era, where the names of slain soldiers were repeated three times to remember their sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Base commander

Col. Ryan Samuelson, 92nd Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks to attendees during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. The Fort George Wright Cemetery grounds are maintained by Fairchild Air Force Base, one of the only bases to do so for a military cemetery. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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All represented

Wreathes representing each military branch are displayed during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. The Fort George Wright Cemetery has members from every service branch on its grounds. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Gate guards

Two members of the Fairchild Air Force Base Honor Guard stand at the entrance during an annual wreath laying ceremony at Fort George Wright Cemetery, Washington, Dec. 16, 2017. The Honor Guard is an ever-present part of military ceremonies, serving to uphold the traditions of honoring those that serve. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Mask on

Airman 1st Class Nicholas Loew, 92nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Distribution apprentice, dons a M50 gas mask as part of an exercise at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 30, 2017. The M50 gas mask is the latest generation of CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear) protective gear. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Detection Station

Airmen clad in full chemical warfare protective equipment analyze a post attack reconnaissance stand during an exercise at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 30, 2017. PAR stands are one of many detection tools used to show evidence of harmful chemical agents. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Ryan Lackey)
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Tent classroom

Senior Airman Co Nguyen, 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron logistics journeyman, teaches a group of Fairchild Airmen about chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear equipment during an exercise, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington Nov. 30, 2017. Emergency management instructors are extensively trained on all CBRN gear using live agents to help them build confidence in their equipment and our methods of detecting and decontaminating contaminants. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Campbell)
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