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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Senior Airman Simon Adeniji, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, tightens bolts during an inspection of a full pressure suit Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. Inspections of the full pressure suits occur on a regular basis to check for any problems. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Senior Airman Kaylee Wishowski, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, reviews the maintenance completed on a full pressure suit and ensures it is ready for the pilots to wear September 7, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. The 9th Physiological Support Squadron Airmen deploy to forward operating locations worldwide in support of the U-2 mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Airman 1st Class Heather Kennedy, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, inflates a full pressure suit to check if there are any leaks Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. The suit allows for the pilot to fly higher than Armstrong's line by maintaining pressure around the pilot. Armstrong's line is the altitude at which fluids begin to boil at human body temperature. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Staff Sgt. Julie Orellana, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, inspects and repairs the weave net on a full pressure suit Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. The weave net helps the suit maintain its shape and stops it from over expanding. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Senior Airman Mason Wyman, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, glues a face seal in the helmet Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. The helmet provides the pilot with oxygen and keeps the pressure around the pilot's head stable. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Reynato Ancheta, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, sows a hold down strap Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. The hold down strap keeps the helmet in place when the suit expands, allowing the pilot to see clearly. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Senior Airman Simon Adeniji, 9th Physiological Support Squadron full pressure suit technician, performs a routine inspection on a full pressure suit Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force, California. Full pressure suits are worn by U-2 pilots to ensure their safety for flights that can go as high as 70,000 feet. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Maintenance beyond the aircraft

Harold R. Washington, 9th Physiological Support Squadron suit maintenance technician, inflates the life preserve device of a full pressure suit Aug. 31, 2016, at Beale Air Force Base, California. In the event of a crash the life preserve device is designed to inflate upon contact with water. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Tristan D. Viglianco)
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Beale maintainers achieve "black-letter" status on Dragon Lady

A U-2 Dragon Lady is showcased for attaining a rare achievement at Beale Air Force Base, California, July 14, 2015. The aircraft was recognized as a “black-letter jet,” an accomplishment in which a plane flies with zero discrepancies. The achievement has not happened in 13 years at Beale. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Preston L. Cherry)
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Beale maintainers achieve "black-letter" status on Dragon Lady

Airmen from the 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron pose with a U-2 Dragon Lady at Beale Air Force Base, California, July 14, 2015. The Airmen were recognized for a “black-letter jet,” a rare accomplishment in which a plane is flown with zero discrepancies. The achievement has not happened in 13 years at Beale. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Preston L. Cherry)
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High-flight

Dr. Mica Endsley, Chief Scientist of the U.S. Air Force, sits in an altitude chamber in preparation for a U-2 Dragon Lady high-altitude flight at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., April 23, 2015. Endsley’s mission is to serve as the chief scientific adviser to the Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force, and provide assessments on a wide range of scientific and technical issues affecting the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by John Schwab/Released)
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High-flight

Dr. Mica Endsley, Chief Scientist of the U.S. Air Force, poses for a photo in front of a U-2 Dragon Lady at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., April 24, 2015. Endsley’s mission is to serve as the chief scientific adviser to the Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force, and provide assessments on a wide range of scientific and technical issues affecting the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by John Schwab/Released)
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High-flight

Dr. Mica Endsley, Chief Scientist of the U.S. Air Force, sits aboard a U-2 Dragon Lady preparing to exit a hangar at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., April 24, 2015. Endsley’s mission is to serve as the chief scientific adviser to the Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force, and provide assessments on a wide range of scientific and technical issues affecting the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by John Schwab/Released)
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Chase Cars

A Chevrolet Camaro SS sits in front of a U-2 Dragon Lady at Beale Air Force Base, Calif. Chase cars are used to help the Dragon Lady land safely. (Courtesy photo by Brain Vance of Motor Trend Magazine)
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9RW aircraft

A U-2 Dragon Lady conducts a training sortie above Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 21, 2014. The Dragon Lady flies at altitudes more than 70,000 ft. and has a wingspan of 105 ft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bobby Cummings/Released)
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9RW aircraft

U-2 pilots prepare to land a TU-2S Dragon Lady at sunset on Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 22, 2014. TU-2S are trainer aircraft used to gain proficiency before pilots deploy for operational missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bobby Cummings/Released)
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9RW aircraft

A U-2 Dragon Lady soars above the flightline at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 22, 2014. The low-altitude handling characteristics of the aircraft and bicycle-type landing gear require precise control during landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bobby Cummings/Released)
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9RW aircraft

A mobile chase car pursues a TU-2S Dragon Lady at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 22, 2014. Mobile chase cars accelerate to speeds more than 100 mph to guide the aircraft during takeoffs and landings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bobby Cummings/Released)
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9RW aircraft

A TU-2S Dragon Lady glistens in the sun as it prepares to land on the flightline at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Jan. 17, 2014. TU-2S are trainer aircraft used to gain proficiency before pilots deploy for operational missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bobby Cummings/Released)
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NASA astronaut visits Beale

Retired NASA astronaut Robert Gibson rides in a mobile chase car driven by Col. Phil Stewart, 9th Reconnaissance Wing commander, at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., Dec. 6, 2013. Stewart was escorting Gibson who was serving as a guest speaker at the wing holiday party. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bobby Cummings/Released)
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