February 18, 2025
Release Number 20250218-01
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted a Bomber Task Force Mission in the Middle East, Feb. 17, to demonstrate force projection capabilities in the region.
Two B-52s from RAF Fairford, U.K., flew across Europe and through nine partner nations in CENTCOM’s area of responsibility during their mission, which included aerial refueling and live munitions drops at ranges in several partner nations. Additionally, U.S. F-15s and four partner nations provided fighter escorts for the bombers throughout the mission.
“Bomber Task Force missions demonstrate U.S. power projection capability, commitment to regional security, and ability to respond to...
TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted precision airstrikes against a missile storage facility and a command-and-control facility operated by Iran-backed Houthis within Houthi-controlled territory in Sana’a, Yemen, on Dec. 21 Yemen time.
U.S. Airmen from the 443rd Expeditionary Air Squadron (443rd EAS) gather to celebrate Juneteenth with games and music June 19, 2024, Iraq. The smell of barbecued meat fills the air, mingling with the sounds of casual conversation and laughter. Inside, Airmen team up to play cornhole, shoot pool, and eat food in celebration of the federal holiday. But before everyone begins to eat, a moment of silence is held to remember the lives of African...
