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B-52s execute MITO

A B-52H Stratofortress is started up using starter cartridges on Barksdale Air Force Base, Aug. 15, 2013. This type of launch procedure allows our deterrent force to respond rapidly when called upon. The B-52 is classified as a long-range, heavy bomber and is capable of carrying 70,000 pounds of mixed ordnance. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)

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B-52s execute MITO

Alert crews respond to their aircraft during a minimum interval takeoff on Barksdale Air Force Base, Aug. 15, 2013. A MITO take-off uses starter cartridges filled with gun powder to quickly fire up the B-52H Stratofortress engines. The B-52 is capable of flying 7,652 nautical miles, or 8,800 miles, without being refueled by another aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)

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B-52s execute MITO

Ten B-52H Stratofortress crews executed a minimum interval takeoff from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 15, 2013. The accelerated launch procedure allows our deterrent force to respond as rapidly as possible when called upon. 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/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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B-52s execute MITO

Airman 1st Class Jamichael Wiley, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, stands by after assisting with the launch of a B-52H Stratofortress on the flightline at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 15, 2013. During a simulated alert, aircrews rushed to their B-52s and used starter cartridges filled with gun powder to quickly fire the bomber?s engines and taxi for takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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B-52s execute MITO

The engines of a B-52H Stratofortress are fired up by starter cartridges filled with gun powder on the flightline at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 15, 2013. Ten B-52 crews executed a minimum interval takeoff during a simulated alert. The launch procedure allows our deterrent force to respond as rapidly as possible when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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B-52s execute MITO

B-52H Stratofortress bombers execute a minimum interval takeoff from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 15, 2013. The aircraft?s dark grey color helps the B-52 blend in when flying at higher altitudes, at night or over large bodies of water. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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B-52s execute MITO

B-52H Stratofortress bombers prepare to execute a minimum interval takeoff on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 15, 2013. The B-52 is capable of flying 7,652 nautical miles, or 8,800 miles, without being refueled by another aircraft. The long-range heavy bomber is capable of carrying 70,000 pounds of mixed ordnance. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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B-52s execute MITO

B-52H Stratofortress bombers prepare to takeoff on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 15, 2013. Ten B-52 crews executed a minimum interval take-off. This accelerated launch procedure allows our deterrent force to respond as rapidly as possible when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Micaiah Anthony)

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Deuce After Dark

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron work on a B-52H Stratofortress in the Phase Hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 5, 2013. Shift workers help complete Barksdale's round-the-clock flying mission and work through the night to launch, recover and repair the B-52. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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Deuce After Dark

Master Sgt. Kyle Monroe, right, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit production superintendent, discusses maintenance updates on a B-52H Stratofortress with Senior Airmen Nicholas Isambert and Justin Miller, both from the 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, on the flightline at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 5, 2013. Many squadrons use round-the-clock vigilance to ensure the 2nd Bomb Wing mission is completed. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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Deuce After Dark

Staff Sgt. Benjamin Rose, 2nd Maintenance Squadron egress systems journeyman, fills out aircraft forms on the flightline at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 5, 2013. When maintenance cannot be completed during the day, shift workers take on the task to complete the work, enabling the B-52H Stratofortress to be flight ready again as soon as possible. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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Deuce After Dark

Airman 1st Class Christian Dupree, right, and Senior Airman Broden McDonald, both 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chiefs, prepare a B-52H Stratofortress for take-off on the flightline at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 5, 2013. The mission of the 2nd Bomb Wing's bomber fleet is 24-hours a day, so flightline maintainers work shifts round-the-clock to keep the mission going. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Corcoran)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Airmen 1st Class Carlos Hernandez, top, and Shane Ashton, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel distribution, look inside the utility port of an R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. Fuels Airmen look inside the utility port to ensure the truck has the correct fuel level. If the fuel level is too high, it means fuel was not removed before refueling the truck. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Fuel distributors from the 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron check the fuel levels on a R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. The R-11 fuel truck holds up to 6,000 gallons of JP-8 fuel. At its highest setting, the R-11 can pump 600 gallons of JP-8 per minute.(U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Airmen 1st Class Carlos Hernandez, top, and Shane Ashton, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel distribution, look inside the utility port of an R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. Fuels Airmen look inside the utility port to ensure the truck has the correct fuel level. If the fuel level is too high, it means fuel was not removed before refueling the truck. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Fuel distributors from the 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron check the fuel levels on a R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. The R-11 fuel truck holds up to 6,000 gallons of JP-8 fuel. At its highest setting, the R-11 can pump 600 gallons of JP-8 per minute.(U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Airman 1st Class Shane Ashton, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution, checks the oil of an R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. Fuel distribution Airmen work 24 hours a day, seven days a week ensuring the B-52H Stratofortress and all transient aircraft receive the fuel they need to continue their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Airman 1st Class Carlos Hernandez, right, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution, opens the hood to an R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. Fuel trucks are maintained daily to ensure mission readiness and safety. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Airman 1st Class Shane Ashton, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution, checks the oil of an R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. Fuel distribution Airmen work 24 hours a day, seven days a week ensuring the B-52H Stratofortress and all transient aircraft receive the fuel they need to continue their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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Fuels Airmen keep fuel vehicles mission ready

Airman 1st Class Carlos Hernandez, right, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution, opens the hood to an R-11 fuel truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., July 18, 2013. Fuel trucks are maintained daily to ensure mission readiness and safety. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)

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