Submitted Photo Gound crew members conduct post-flight checks on a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft at RAF Fairford, England, after completing a Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment mission on Tuesday. These operations validate the Air Force’s ability to execute long-range strike capabilities. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller.

Submitted Photo U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron from Minot Air Force Base rolls down the taxiway at RAF Fairford, England, after landing from its first sortie for the Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment on Feb. 18. Regular bomber deployments ensure the force remains ready to execute strategic deterrence and global strike operations. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller.