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Preliminary checks

Staff Sgt. Anthony Garcia, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels lab, tests JP-8 fuel for contaminants on Barksdale Air Force Air Force Base, La., Feb. 13. These tests check for solid particles or water in fuel which can damage an aircraft's fuel systems. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Reeling in the hose

Airman 1st Class Keith Jackson, 707th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, stows a fuel hose on an R-12 Hydrant Unit after refueling a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 13. B-52s can be fueled with up to 300,000 pounds of JP-8, giving them the ability to project air power from across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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All full

Airman 1st Class Keith Jackson, 707th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, disengages a fuel hose as Staff Sgt. James Hulett, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, directs after refueling a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 13. B-52s can be fueled with up to 300,000 pounds of JP-8, giving them the ability to project air power from across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Pumpin' up

Airman 1st Class David Ayers, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution, pumps fuel to a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 13. The fuels section refuels up to 70 times per week, keeping Barksdale's fleet of B-52s in the air to deliver precision munitions to the battlefield. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Checkin' the T.O.

Staff Sgt. James Hulett, 20th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, reads a technical order during a refuel of a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 13. TO's are step-by-step instructional manuals maintenance Airmen use to complete specific tasks, the proper tools needed, any hazards to be aware of and protective gear to accomplish the task. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Light where the sun don't shine

Airman 1st Class Blake Nickells, 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, cleans a B-52H Stratofortress prior to a corrosion inspection on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 12. Corrosion may cause many problems for an aircraft. While components and parts can be replaced and upgraded, if the airframe itself is damaged the jet can be rendered unserviceable. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Spray and pray

Airman Austin West, 2nd Aircraft Mainetenance Squadron, rinses a pod mount on a B-52H Stratofortress prior to a corrosion inspection on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 12. Cleaning the aircraft of corrosion involves in-depth cleaning of areas where moisture gathers and applying a solution known as a corrosion preventative compound, which helps to prevent or delay corrosion from forming. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Biggest BUFF around

A B-52H Stratofortress sits in the corrosion control facility for cleaning prior to a corrosion inspection on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 12. Corrosion may cause many problems for an aircraft. While components and parts can be replaced and upgraded, if the airframe itself is damaged the jet can be rendered unserviceable. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Corrosion check

Tech. Sgt. Larry Reid and Logan Jackson, 2nd Maintenance Operations Squadron quality assurance, inspect a high corrosion area on a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 12. While all parts of the B-52 are susceptible to corrosion, certain areas are more vulnerable than most due to a variety of factors such as being hard to reach or see or an area where moisture collects. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Crime Scene Investigation briefing

Airmen assigned to the 2nd Security Forces Squadron attend a briefing detailing what to do upon arrival to a crime scene on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 11. The briefing ranged from proper security of the scene to determining the status of injured personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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By the book

Airmen assigned to the 2nd Security Forces Squadron attend a briefing detailing the proper procedures to secure a crime scene on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 11. The briefing was a refresher course on policies to prevent contamination of evidence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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TNA Impact stars visit Barksdale

Total Non-Stop Action Impact wrestlers, Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian, sign autographs for Master Sgt. Kenneth Shea, Air Force Global Strike Command, at the Base Exchange on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 8. While in town for their upcoming show, Daniels and Kazarian met with Team Barksdale to sign autographs and pose for pictures. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)

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Power demonstration

Airmen assigned to the 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heavy repair section, watch Airman 1st Class Cameron Kruell, 2 CES heavy repair, demonstrate the Asphalt Zipper on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 6. The heavy repair section, also known as the "Dirt Boys", received the new piece of equipment in order to help them do their job of installing fencing and repairing pavement more efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Powering her up

Airman 1st Class Ali Trincado, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heavy repair section, hooks up power cables to a machine known as an Asphalt Zipper on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 6. The Asphalt Zipper grinds down old pavement which allows repairs to be done more easily by providing an even base for new asphalt to be laid. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Unleashing the Asphalt Zipper

Senior Airman Christopher Mahone, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heavy repair section, unhooks an Asphalt Zipper on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 6. The heavy repair section, also known as the "Dirt Boys", received the new piece of equipment in order to help them do their job of installing fencing and repairing pavement more efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Hooking it up

Senior Airman Christopher Mahone, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heavy repair section, guides a loader to pick up an Asphalt Zipper on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 6. One of the responsibilities of the heavy repair section, also known as the "Dirt Boys", is pavement repair and installation. The Asphalt Zipper will enable them to tear down and set up new pavement more efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Instructions on new equipment

Jason Paas, Asphalt Zipper Company, instructs Airmen assigned to the 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heavy repair section on the use of new equipment received on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 6. The heavy repair section, also known as the "Dirt Boys", received a new piece of equipment called the Asphalt Zipper, which grinds down and strips worn pavement to form an even base for new pavement to be laid over. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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The little truck that could

An MB-2 "Yuke" tows a B-52H Stratofortress across the flightline for maintenance and repairs on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 5. Proper maintenance and upkeep is essential to keeping the B-52s in fighting shape. For more than 60 years the B-52s have been a mainstay in the Air Force's arsenal by being able to deliver precision munitions to the battlefield from anywhere in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Check and double check

Airman 1st Class Keith Jackson, 707th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, and Senior Airman Jacob Cartwright, 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, conduct pre-flight checks on a B-52H Stratofortress shortly before take-off on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 5. Airmen use pre-flight inspections to search for abnormalities or issues requiring emergency maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Andrew Moua)

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Do it yourself

A customer drives his truck onto a lift at the Auto Hobby Shop on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Feb. 7. The lift is used to help customers perform maintenance on their car. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Sean Martin)

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