Senior Airman Tobi Bennett, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit hydraulics technician, reinstalls a spoiler metering valve on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 5. The spoiler metering valve allows the B-52 flight controls to perform aerial maneuvers. The long range and versatility of the B-52 make it the weapon of choice for providing deterrence, demonstrating U.S. resolve and combat operations around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Hydraulics technicians from the 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit reinstall a spoiler metering valve on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 5. The spoiler metering valve allows the B-52 flight controls to perform aerial maneuvers. During any type of aircraft maintenance, Airmen are required to work with a partner for safety and support. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Maintainers work on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 5. Airmen from multiple maintenance shops ensure the B-52 stays mission ready at all times. Some of the maintenance shops that contribute to the Barksdale mission include hydraulics, fuels systems, fabrications and egress. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)