Locked and loaded
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress from the 5th Bomb Wing, Minot Air Force Base, N.D., receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker from RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom, over the North Sea, Sept. 11, 2024. Bomber task force missions are representative of the U.S.’ extended deterrent commitment to allies and partners, as well as to enhance security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jesenia Landaverde)