Today's Pix - Tuesday, July 31st, 2012

[hogdriver]

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Lightning fills the sky behind a B-1 bomber during a late night thunderstorm at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 24, 2012. The B-1 is the backbone of America's long-range bomber force, and can rapidly deliver massive quantities of precision and non-precision weapons against enemy forces.

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Airmen assigned to the 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform pre-flight checks on a B-1 bomber assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 24, 2012. The 28th AMXS is the largest squadron in the 28th Bomb Wing with more than 700 airmen, supporting 28 combat coded B-1 bombers.

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Airmen assigned to the 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform pre-flight checks on a B-1 bomber at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 24, 2012. The 28th AMXS manages the weapons loading and support activities to ensure the B-1 bomber fleet meets the 28th Bomb Wing's flying requirements.

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A B-1 bomber thunders down the flightline during the start of a training mission at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 24, 2012. B-1 aircrews consisting of two pilots and two weapon systems officers complete training sorties to meet flight certifications and to have their skills to ensure they are ready for any combat situation anywhere around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Hada/Released)

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A B-1 bomber rumbles down the flightline at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 24, 2012 as part of a training mission. Each of the B-1's four engines is capable of producing 30,000-plus pounds of thrust.

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Lights in the aircraft parking area cast an eerie glow around a B-1 bomber standing at the ready during a summer rainstorm at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 24, 2012. Ellsworth is home to 28 B-1 bombers and two of the Air Force's three B-1 combat squadrons.

[hogdriver]

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Capt. Brandon Fritz, 96th Bomb Squadron B-52H Stratofortress copilot from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., prepares for a mission, July 25, at Nellis AFB, Nev., during a Red Flag exercise. Red Flag provides an opportunity for Air Force Global Strike Command units to demonstrate their ability to deploy long-range strike forces and deliver precision effects that strengthens the nuclear enterprise.

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Capt. Bandy Jeffrey, 96th Bomb Squadron B-52H Stratofortress pilot from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., communicates with the copilot, July 25, at Nellis AFB, Nev., during a Red Flag exercise. Red Flag provides an opportunity for Air Force Global Strike Command units to demonstrate their ability to deploy long-range strike forces and deliver precision effects that strengthens the nuclear enterprise.

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A B-52H Stratofortress bomber is en route to a mission July 25 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., during a Red Flag exercise. Red Flag provides an opportunity for Air Force Global Strike Command units to demonstrate their ability to deploy long-range strike forces and deliver precision effects that strengthen the nuclear enterprise.

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Capt. Bandy Jeffrey, 96th Bomb Squadron B-52H Stratofortress pilot from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., reviews a in-flight checklist July 25 at Nellis AFB, Nev., during a Red Flag exercise. Red Flag provides an opportunity for Air Force Global Strike Command units to demonstrate their ability to deploy long-range strike forces and deliver precision effects that strengthen the nuclear enterprise.

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Capt. Bandy Jeffrey and Capt. Brandon Fritz, 96th Bomb Squadron B-52H Stratofortress pilots from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., prepare to land after a mission July 25 at Nellis AFB, Nev., during a Red Flag exercise. Red Flag provides an opportunity for Air Force Global Strike Command units to demonstrate their ability to deploy long-range strike forces and deliver precision effects that strengthens the nuclear enterprise.

[vor033]

Any chance of hi-res on the Canadian pics?

Hi Mate, here you go

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[vor033]

U.S Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, launched Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System at Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, launched Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System at Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, loaded a 60mm mortar at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

Marines with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, performed company-sized operations at the Combat Center's Range 400 for Enhanced Mojave Viper July 29, 2012.

[hogdriver]

A pilot's outfit is displayed during a news conference at the Pentagon, Tuesday, July 31, 2012, to provide an update on the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board study into life support systems installed on the F-22 and operations.

[DavidDCM]

Hilarious side note:
The T-Shirt he wears is in German and reads "Allzeit breit", which means "always hammered", a pun on the Boy Scouts motto of "Be prepared" (In German, "Allzeit bereit" vs "Allzeit breit").

[droopy]

http://i47.tinypic.com/25t9e91.jpg
Wallpaper material, thank you very much all.

[Gonzo__]

thanks everyone . awesome pics today.

[hogdriver]

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An F-22 Raptor performs at the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Arctic Thunder Open House 2012, July 28. The events included an all-star lineup, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds F-16 Flight Demonstration Team, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team and many other civilian and military performers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Brian Ferguson)

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A B-52 Stratofortress performs a fly-by during the Arctic Thunder Open House 2012, July 28. The events included an all-star lineup, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds F-16 Flight Demonstration Team, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team and many other civilian and military performers. (U.S. Air Force photo/1st Lt. Joel Cooke)

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On Friday, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson opened the gates early for families with special needs and disabled children allowing them a sneak peek at the Arctic Thunder Open House 2012. The events included an all-star lineup, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds F-16 Flight Demonstration Team, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team and many other civilian and military performers. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Robert Barnett)

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F-22A Raptors from the 1st Fighter Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, on July 28, 2012. The F-22's deployment is in support of the U.S. Pacific Commander's security obligations in the Western Pacific. The deployed unit will perform training under the direction of the 18th Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Darnell T. Cannady)

[ZoneOne]

Hilarious side note:
The T-Shirt he wears is in German and reads "Allzeit breit", which means "always hammered", a pun on the Boy Scouts motto of "Be prepared" (In German, "Allzeit bereit" vs "Allzeit breit").

Das ist gut! Danke!

[Trigger]

Nice pics everyone!

[Trigger]

Oh no! Some are in camo and some are in plain gray BDUs! It's a 'police state' oh wait, no it isn't...yes it is! Where's larrystarling when you need an armor crewman to sort out the oppressors?!?

[CDN Shooter]

Oh no! Some are in camo and some are in plain gray BDUs! It's a 'police state' oh wait, no it isn't...yes it is! Where's larrystarling when you need an armor crewman to sort out the oppressors?!?

Haha too funny!

[hardmack]

Oh no! Some are in camo and some are in plain gray BDUs! It's a 'police state' oh wait, no it isn't...yes it is! Where's larrystarling when you need an armor crewman to sort out the oppressors?!?

The militarization of local police forces is an issue. Might not be "your papers, please" today (unless you live in the Southwest like I do and get the internal border checkpoints) but if we get to point and laugh at someone because we dont agree with them.

[Trigger]

The militarization of local police forces is an issue. Might not be "your papers, please" today (unless you live in the Southwest like I do and get the internal border checkpoints) but if we get to point and laugh at someone because we dont agree with them.

The militariztion of CRIMINAL ELEMENTS in our society and the CRIMINAL ELEMENTS FROM ACROSS THE BORDER are the issue. I would love to not have to wear a ballistic vest and have to upgrade to rifle resistant plates. You clearly don't understand the reasons why we've had to move in this direction.