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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot waits in a chase car for a U-2 departure during Dragon Flag EAST, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. To maintain the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept, pilots used a different chase car than normal to maintain required communications with the pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot taxis after a high-altitude flight April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. In support of Dragon Flag EAST, reconnaissance sorties were conducted throughout the exercise in accordance with the 9th Reconnaissance Wing, 55th Wing, and combatant command guidance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 9th Physiological Support Squadron Airmen secure a pressurized suit on a 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The 9th PSPTS team employed Agile Combat Employment (ACE) tactics in support of Dragon Flag EAST using minimal, essential items to achieve mission objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)(This photo has been digitally altered for security purposes.)
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Dragon Flag EAST

U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Airmen place pogos under the wings of a U-2 Dragon Lady, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Pogos are essential to keep the wings of the aircraft from tipping as it taxis on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 9th Physiological Support Squadron launch and recovery section supervisor prepares tube food, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Tube food is specially packaged for U-2 Dragon Lady pilots to eat while wearing the full-pressure suit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon lady pilot oversees flightline operations during Dragon Flag EAST, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Various pilots’ synchronization supported the safety of the U-2 high flight. Multiple pilots repositioned to Offutt AFB in support of Dragon Flag EAST, integrating with the 55th Wing RC-135V/W Rivet Joint pilots to prepare to meet potential future reconnaissance needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman First Class Juliana Londono)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady taxis to the runway in preparation for high flight during Dragon Flag EAST, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The high-altitude sorties assessed maintainers, logisticians and pilots from the 9th Reconnaissance Wing on readiness capabilities while implementing Agile Combat Employment. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady taxis to the runway in preparation for high flight during Dragon Flag EAST, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Various high-altitude sorties throughout the exercise assessed the 9th Reconnaissance Wing’s maintainers’, logisticians’ and pilots’ readiness capabilities while employing Agile Combat Employment (ACE). (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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Dragon Flag EAST

U.S. Air Force pilots and operators taxi the RC-135V/W Rivet Joint in preparation for launch during Dragon Flag EAST, April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. During Dragon Flag EAST, 55th Wing and 9th Reconnaissance Wing pilots worked to develop professional relationships, integrate lessons learned for the RC-135 and U-2 Dragon Lady, and prepare for potential future collaborative reconnaissance missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 9th Physiological Support Squadron launch and recovery section NCO in charge speaks to a 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot as their suit pressurizes for a high flight April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The 9th PSPTS team stayed agile in supporting the U-2 mission with flexible logistics, manning a smaller team, and executing physiological support in an abnormal location. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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Dragon Flag EAST

U.S. Air Force 9th Physiological Support Squadron Airmen test a 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot’s suit pressurization for a high flight April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Testing pilots’ suit pressure ensured safety during multi-hour reconnaissance sorties and missions throughout Dragon Flag EAST. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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Dragon Flag EAST

U.S. Air Force 9th Physiological Support Squadron Airmen secure a 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot’s gloves and suit for a high flight April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The 9th PSPTS team executed the physiological support for multiple pilots, overcoming equipment challenges and employing flexible mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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Dragon Flag EAST

A U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief marshals a 99th Reconnaissance Squadron U-2 Dragon Lady pilot as they begin to taxi April 1, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Maintenance and operational crew safety remained paramount throughout Dragon Flag EAST in support of the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hailey Malay)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

A U.S. Air Force 9th Logistics Readiness Squadron immediate response force program manager reviews paperwork on a blivet full of fuel, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Each blivet contains 500 gallons of Jet Propellant Thermally Stable (JPTS) fuel for the U-2 Dragon Lady. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

A U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, left, 9th AMXS dedicated crew chief, and 9th AMXS airframe reclamation technician fuel a U-2 Dragon Lady, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. In support of Dragon Flag EAST, Agile Combat Employment (ACE) maneuvers were used in moving the Jet Propellant Thermally Stable (JPTS) fuel the U-2 required. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

U.S. Air Force 9th Reconnaissance Wing Airmen fuel a U-2 Dragon Lady during Dragon Flag EAST, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. In support of Dragon Flag EAST, Airmen employed Agile Combat Employment (ACE) maneuvers to move the Jet Propellant Thermally Stable (JPTS) fuel the U-2 required. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

A U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief assesses a U-2 Dragon Lady after fueling during Dragon Flag EAST, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. In support of Dragon Flag EAST, Agile Combat Employment (ACE) maneuvers were used in moving the Jet Propellant Thermally Stable (JPTS) fuel the U-2 required. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

A U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief fuels a U-2 Dragon Lady during Dragon Flag EAST, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The fueling process took approximately 45 minutes for the 9th Reconnaissance Wing and 55th Wing Airmen to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

A U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental systems craftsman supplies Liquid Oxygen (LOX) into a U-2 Dragon Lady during Dragon Flag EAST, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. LOX converts into a gaseous state for the pilots to breathe during flight, allowing for long duration high-altitude sorties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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The 9th Reconnaissance Wing executes Agile Combat Employment at Offutt AFB

A U.S. Air Force 9th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental systems craftsman supplies Liquid Oxygen (LOX) into a U-2 Dragon Lady during Dragon Flag EAST, March 29, 2023, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. LOX converted into a gaseous state for pilots to breathe during flight, allowing for long duration high-altitude sorties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Juliana Londono)
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