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    Liberty Wing meets certification requirements for NATO Air Policing in Iceland [Image 1 of 6]

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    A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle fighter jet is taxiing on a wet runway at a military airbase, likely in Iceland based on the lupine wildflowers and overcast weather conditions. The aircraft bears the tail code 'LN' and serial number ending in '165', identifying it as belonging to a Lakenheath-based unit (RAF Lakenheath, UK). A ground crew member in a flight suit is giving a thumbs-up signal to the aircraft from the taxiway edge.

    KEFLAVIK, ICELAND

    07.13.2021

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Maxwell 

    48th Fighter Wing

    Royal Air Force squadron leader Craig Docker with the combined air operations certification team, gives a thumbs up to a U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle, assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron, during NATO Air Policing certification at Keflavik Air Base, Iceland, July 13, 2021. This year’s mission marks 60 years of NATO Air Policing across Europe and remains a fundamental component of how NATO provides security to its members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Maxwell)

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    Date Taken: 07.13.2021
    Date Posted: 07.14.2021 10:06
    Photo ID: 6731987
    VIRIN: 210714-F-AN818-007
    Resolution: 6344x4229
    Size: 12.44 MB
    Location: KEFLAVIK, IS
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    Downloads: 18

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    A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle fighter jet is taxiing on a wet runway at a military airbase, likely in Iceland based on the lupine wildflowers and overcast weather conditions. The aircraft bears the tail code 'LN' and serial number ending in '165', identifying it as belonging to a Lakenheath-based unit (RAF Lakenheath, UK). A ground crew member in a flight suit is giving a thumbs-up signal to the aircraft from the taxiway edge.
    Three military personnel in olive green flight suits are seated at a table, appearing to attend a briefing or meeting. The central figure's name tag reads 'STEVE CAROCCI' and all three wear wing insignia and unit patches on their flight suits. They appear to be listening attentively to someone off-camera.
    A military aviator in an olive green flight suit and jacket stands with hands clasped behind his back, observing a twin-engine fighter jet housed inside a hardened aircraft shelter (HAS). The aircraft appears to be an F-15 Eagle variant based on its distinctive twin-tail and nose profile. Additional personnel and equipment are visible in the background near the aircraft.
    Two military personnel stand on a wet tarmac observing an F-15 Eagle fighter jet exiting or positioned in front of a hardened aircraft shelter (HAS). The shelter is marked with 'LN 493' and the number '9', indicating a USAF unit designation consistent with the 493rd Fighter Squadron based at RAF Lakenheath. The overcast sky and wet pavement suggest a cold, damp climate, possibly Northern Europe or Iceland.
    A military personnel member in an olive green flight suit stands on a wet tarmac observing an F-15 Eagle fighter jet taxiing on the runway. The aircraft is armed with visible air-to-air missiles and carries external fuel tanks. The scene appears to be at a military airbase under overcast, cloudy conditions.
    Two military personnel in olive green flight suits are walking together along a paved road at what appears to be a military airbase or airfield. Both men are engaged in conversation and appear relaxed. The background shows large aircraft hangars or hardened aircraft shelters typical of military installations.

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