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Airman 1st Class T.J. Brantley, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal apprentice, assembles an MK-2 disruptor tool on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 18. EOD Airmen are responsible for performing, supervising and managing explosive ordnance disposal operations. They are also able to identify, disarm, neutralize, recover and dispose of hazardous explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Martin) (RELEASED)

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Senior Airman Tim Habedank, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal journeyman, uses a gyro camera on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 18. The camera is used to observe a scene from a long range which provides more adequate cover for the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Sean Martin) (RELEASED)

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Words of Encouragement

Chief Master Sgt. Paul Sharbutt, 2nd Mission Support Group, visits the First Term Airmen Center to discuss topics effecting enlisted service members on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 17. Sharbutt discussed various topics from being a good wingman to excelling in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)(RELEASED)

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TCTO

Airman 1st Class Ben Jordan, 2nd Maintenance Operations Squadron assistant time compliance technical order monitor, files a TCTO on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 6. When there is a time-sensitive need to upgrade a part of an aircraft or piece of equipment, a TCTO is submitted. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)

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TCTO

Airman 1st Class Ben Jordan, 2nd Maintenance Operations Squadron assistant time compliance technical order monitor, reviews a TCTO on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 6. A TCTO is a request for a major modification on either an aircraft or piece of equipment that needs to be completed within a designated amount of time. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

A pile of used wash pads are put aside for disposal in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 23. The wash pads were used to wash a B-52H Stratofortress before the aircraft underwent a 14-day phase inspection. After the wash, the pads were collected and disposed of. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron wash the tail section of a B-52H Stratofortress in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 23. The aircraft wash typically takes 32 Airmen 12 hours to complete. After the wash, the B-52 was moved to the phase hangar for a 14-day inspection and then returned to the flightline to continue supporting the Barksdale mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron scrub the bomb-bay of a B-52H Stratofortress in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 23. B-52s are brought into the corrosion hangar after 450 flying hours to be cleaned. Along with the exterior, the aircraft?s bomb-bay, landing gears and entryway are scrubbed clean. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

An Airman receives direction from a fellow 2nd Maintenance Squadron Airman on which part of the aircraft needs to be cleaned in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. Airmen use an industrial strength cleaner called aero wash to remove dirt and grease that could potentially cover cracks on the aircraft. After the aircraft is cleaned it is moved to the phase hangar for a full inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

An Airman from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron scrubs the crawl space inside the bomb-bay of a B-52H Stratofortress on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. B-52s are brought into the corrosion hangar after 450 flying hours to be cleaned. Along with the exterior, the aircraft?s bomb-bay, landing gears and entryway are scrubbed clean. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron attach their safety harnesses to the empennage of a B-52H Stratofortress in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. As a required safety measure, the Airmen use the harnesses to prevent them from falling while washing the tail-section of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

An Airman from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron scrubs an engine cowling of a B-52H Stratofortress in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. Before every phase inspection, B-52s are cleaned to make the inspection process easier and efficient. Cowlings are used to cover the aircraft?s engines from the elements but due to their location, the cowlings are prone to build up dirt and grease. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron scrub the bottom of a B-52H Stratofortress in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. Before every phase inspection, B-52s are cleaned to make the inspection process easier and more efficient. It typically takes 32 Airmen 12 hours to wash the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron don proper protective equipment for a B-52H Stratofortress wash in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. The Airmen donned the PPE to protect them from harmful skin irritants. The PPE required for the wash is two pairs of gloves, a pair of goggles, a face shield, rain boots and a water resistant jacket and pants. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron search for proper protective equipment for a B-52H Stratofortress wash in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. The Airmen need the PPE to protect them from harmful chemicals. The PPE required for the wash is two pairs of gloves, a pair of goggles, a face shield, rain boots and a water resistant jacket and pants. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bathing the BUFF

Staff Sgt. Eric McKenzie, 2nd Maintenance Squadron wash supervisor, briefs Airmen before they wash a B-52H Stratofortress in the corrosion hangar on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Aug. 22. During the briefing, the Airmen were instructed to wear all proper protective equipment while cleaning the aircraft, where the exits and eye wash stations were located and proper evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)

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Bataan Death March survivors honored by Barksdale leadership

Bataan Death March survivors and their family members watch a B-52H Stratofortress take off at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 4. Five Bataan Death March survivors were honored by Barksdale leadership, given a tour of the 8th Air Force Museum and received medals for their sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)

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Bataan Death March survivors honored by Barksdale leadership

Bataan Death March survivors and their family members receive a tour of the static displays outside of the 8th Air Force Museum on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 4. More than 70,000 American and Filipino soldiers were forced to march 70-plus miles through the Philippines after surrendering at the Battle of Bataan in 1942. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)

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Bataan Death March survivors honored by Barksdale leadership

Bataan Death March survivor Erwin Johnson views a painting with his escort 1st Lt. Anthony Mascaro, 11th Bomb Squadron, at the 8th Air Force Museum on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 4. Five Bataan Death March survivors were honored by Barksdale leadership, given a tour of the museum and received medals for their sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)

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Bataan Death March survivors honored by Barksdale leadership

Bataan Death March survivors, their family members and Barksdale Air Force Base, La., leadership watch a film telling the story of the Bataan Death March at Boomtown Casino, Bossier City, La., Sept. 3. Five former prisoners of war were honored during a dinner event where they received medals on behalf of the Philippines. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)

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