Airmen work under harsh weather conditions
Staff Sgt. Robert Kier and Airman 1st Class James Horton check the technical orders on an F-15E Strike Eagle during an exercise Nov. 21, 2010, on the flightline at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Wing officials use operational readiness exercises to gauge the wing's ability to meet wartime taskings at a deployed location. The evaluation includes initial response, readiness, combat operations, ability to survive and operate, self aid and buddy care, and mission support. Both Sergeant Kier and Airman Horton are assigned to the 391st Fighter Squadron as crew chiefs. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Renishia Richardson)