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Aug. 1 airpower summary: B-1Bs conduct precision strikes An Air Force B-1B Lancer flies over Iraq. The B-1B can rapidly deliver massive quantities of precision weapons against any adversary, anywhere in the world, at any time. (U.S. Air Force photo)

Eye in the sky A B-1B Lancer with a Sniper advanced targeting pod is parked on the flightline Oct. 22, 2010, at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. The pod is a long-range precision targeting system that supports the B-1’s mission by providing positive target identification, autonomous tracking, coordinate generation and precise weapons guidance from extended standoff ranges supporting air to ground operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kasey Close)

March 11 airpower summary: B-1Bs disrupt enemy plans A B-1B Lancer flies a combat patrol mission over Afghanistan recently. B-1Bs fly close-air-support missions for both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The B-1B is assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon)

B-1 bombers conduct training mission in East China Sea A 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer flies over the East China Sea May 6, 2020, during a training mission. The 9th EBS is deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, as part of a Bomber Task Force supporting Pacific Air Forces’ strategic deterrence missions and commitment to the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman River Bruce)

Nov. 30 airpower summary: B-1Bs provide overwatch A B-1B Lancer aircraft taxis towards the main runway in preparation for takeoff from a Southwest Asia air base. The B-1B is capable of flying intercontinental missions without refueling. (USAF photo by Staff Sergeant Douglas Olsen)

B-1Bs protect convoys A B-1B Lancer pulls alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker after receiving fuel over Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Angelique Perez)

B-1B adapts, remains effective for 25 years A B-1B Lancer sits on the flightline at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The bomber has adapted to a new mission during the last 25 years. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Desiree N. Palacios)

220603-F-PS957-0290 A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer, assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, waits on a taxiway at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, after arriving for a Bomber Task Force mission June 3, 2022. Bomber Task Force missions contribute to joint force lethality and deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific by demonstrating the United States Air Force’s ability to operate anywhere in the world at any time in support of the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Chris Hibben)

B-52, B-1, B-2s participate in first integrated bomber operation in USPACOM AOR A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer takes off at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, for an integrated bomber operation Aug.17, 2016. This mission marks the first time in history that all three of Air Force Global Strike Command’s strategic bomber aircraft are simultaneously conducting integrated operations in the U.S. Pacific Command area of operations. As of Aug. 15, the B-1 Lancer will be temporarily deployed to Guam in support of U.S. Pacific Command’s Continuous Bomber Presence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt Richard P. Ebensberger/Released)

Two of a kind Two B-1B Lancers take off for a Weapons School Integration mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., May 30, 2023. The U.S. Air Force Weapons School teaches graduate-level instructor courses that provide advanced training in weapons and tactics employment to officers and enlisted specialists of the combat and mobility air forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by William Lewis)

Dec. 3 airpower summary: B-1B bombs enemy in Afghanistan A B-1B Lancer takes off. A B-1B employed guided bomb unit-31s Dec. 3 against enemy mortar positions located in Asadabad, Afghanistan. A joint terminal attack controller in the area declared the mission as successful as the bombs impacted on the intended targets. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Michael B. Keller)

Air strikes hit more than 40 targets in Iraq A B-1B Lancer from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pulls away from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 22nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron at Manas Air Base, Kyrgyzstan, after receiving fuel over Afghanistan. Two B-1Bs hit reported al-Qaida safe havens Jan. 10 in Arab Jabour, Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Angelique Perez)

Mission started A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in support of a Bomber Task Force mission, Feb. 21, 2023. The BTF missions demonstrate the bomber’s ability to rapidly deploy anywhere, anytime and provide lethal precision global strike options for combatant commanders. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Michael Caggiano)

Off we go … A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer takes off at Royal Air Force Fairford, United Kingdom, June 7, 2023, during a Bomber Task Force rotation. The rotation of strategic bombers into the theater enables interoperability and enhances operational readiness in support U.S. National Defense Strategy objectives through strategic predictability and operational unpredictability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Josiah Brown)

Oct. 7 airpower summary: B-1Bs strike anti-Afghan forces A B-1B Lancer goes full flaps and hits the brakes to stop after completing another combat mission recently. The B-1B is deployed from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., to an undisclosed air base in support of Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Michael Boquette)

First B-1B Lancer lands at Buckley Space Force Base A B-1B Lancer assigned to Dyess Air Force Base lands to hot pit refuel at Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado, Feb. 14, 2024. The aircraft refueled before integrating with F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 140th Wing; coordination between these aircraft improve operational flexibility. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Anderson)

Aug. 27 airpower summary: B-1B destroys enemy position A B-1B Lancer flies a combat patrol over Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The B-1B has the capability to carry guided and unguided weapons and deliver massive quantities of precision and non-precision weapons against specific targets. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon)

Bomber power INDIAN SPRINGS AIR FORCE AUXILIARY FIELD, Nev. – A B-1 Lancer performs a fly-by during a firepower demonstration here recently. The bomber is from the 7th Bomb Wing at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Robert W. Valenca)

B-1 A B-1 thunders over the base flightline during a warrior flyby at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., May 4, 2012. During the warrior flyby aircrews demonstrated the show of force combat tactic, dropping to low level and passing over at a high rate of speed. The B-1 is a long-range, multi-role heavy bomber that can reach speeds of 900-plus miles per hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada.)

B-1B Lacer conduct training in East China Sea A 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer flies over the East China Sea, May 6, 2020, during a training mission. The 9th EBS is deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, as part of a Bomber Task Force supporting Pacific Air Forces’ strategic deterrence missions and commitment to the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman River Bruce)

140121-F-LP948-002 The first newly-upgraded operational B1-B Lancer arrives Jan. 21, 2014, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The B-1B Lancer was recently upgraded with a new Integrated Battle Station. The IBS is a combination of three different upgrades, which include a Fully Integrated Data Link, a Vertical Situation Display upgrade, and a Central Integrated System upgrade. These three modifications fall under the IBS initiative, which is slated to be installed concurrently through 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Richard Ebensberger)

140923-F-YQ276-364 A KC-135 Stratotanker from Fairchild Air Force Base refuels a B-1B Lancer during a training exercise Sept. 23, 2014, over South Dakota. For more than 50 years the KC-135 has provided the core aerial refueling capability for the Air Force. The aircraft can travel up to 1,500 miles with 150,000 pounds of transfer fuel, which enables the Air Force to project rapid, flexible military power. The B-1B is assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary O’Dell)

Massive bomber overhead Airmen check over a technical order while working on a B-1B Lancer during a Phase II Operational Readiness Inspection Oct. 15, 2010, at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. Maintenance Airmen use the technical orders to ensure safety and accuracy. The Airmen are assigned to the 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Anthony Sanchelli)

Lancer delivers payload EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — A B-1B Lancer releases a payload of inert weapons here, after its record breaking flights. The B-1B unofficially set and broke almost 50 new world speed records during the air show Oct. 25 and 26. (U.S. Air Force photo by Steve Zapka)

Flares away! A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer, assigned to 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, deploys flares during a Bomber Task Force mission over the Pacific Ocean, June 25, 2022. Bomber Task Force missions provide opportunities to train alongside our allies and partners to build interoperability and bolster our collective ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Nicholas Priest)