U.S. Air Force aircrew assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron and 494th Fighter Generation Squadron conduct surge training at RAF Lakenheath, England, March 12-13, 2025. Surge operations are a vital component to the development of aircrew and support personnel, allowing them to build and improve the skills needed to remain a mission ready force. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Seleena Muhammad-Ali and Senior Airman Ashley Talley)