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Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (4) of (9)

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (3) of (9)

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (2) of (9)

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (1) of (9)

Nigerian Air Force set for training on A-29 Super Tucano

ALFS 15 ends with a beginning

Soldier-scientists begin closure of Ebola testing labs

African Partnership Flight builds Relations Interoperability

Cutlass Express ’15: US, Djibouti building Partnerships

HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers 200 Feet above Ground with 600-Pound Load during Weight Check

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator glances out of HH-60 Pave Hawk

Members from 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepare to initiate Hoist Weight Check

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Pilots inspect Control Panels during Preflight Check

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator simulates ‘Stand Ready’ with GAU-2 Mini-Gun

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator inspects Tail Motor on HH-60 Pave Hawk

Senegalese Armed Forces Soldiers participate in Live Fire Demonstration during African Land Forces Summit

Members of Djibouti Air Force Honor Guard render Salute during Closing Ceremony

Kenya and Tanzania Air Force Members conduct Vehicle Inspection as Part of Installation Security Knowledge Exchange

Burundi Air Force Captain tightens Cargo Net as Part of Aircraft Cargo Knowledge Exchange

U.S. Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa Loadmaster discusses Cargo Pallet Inspection Procedures

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. talks with Djiboutian Air Force Members about Maintenance Procedures for Let L-410 Turbolet Aircraft

Djiboutian Air Force Member performs a Traditional Dance as Part of Cultural Exchange

Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel returns to Port after completing Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise Scenario

Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel begins Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise

Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard boarding Vessel approaches Target Vessel

Djibouti Coast Guard Member holds his Weapon at Ready, aboard Simulated Captured Vessel

Djiboutian coast guard Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team Members locate Role Player hiding in Cabin of Simulated Captured Vessel

Djiboutian Navy Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team boards Simulated Captured Vessel

Djibouti Coast Guard Member role-plays as Pirate during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015

Charting Maps for Gulf of Tadjoura showing Exercise Area of Operations

Exercise Leaders review Exercise Plans aboard Djiboutian Naval Target Vessel

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (5) of (9)

French 3rd Maine Artillery Regiment members provide over watch during a bilateral close air support training exercise in Arta, Djibouti, Feb. 4, 2015. The event was part of a scheduled bilateral CAS exercise between a contingent of 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Marines and French soldiers and sailors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Arta, Djibouti

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (4) of (9)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Adam Haley, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit joint terminal attack controller, observes a French Air Force Rafale M multi-role fighter aircraft flyby in during a training exercise in Arta, Djibouti, Feb. 4, 2015. The aircraft was part of a scheduled bilateral training exercise to prepare U.S. and French militaries for future joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Arta, Djibouti

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (3) of (9)

24th Marine Expeditionary Unit Joint Terminal Attack Control members read coordinates during a bilateral close air support training exercise in Arta, Djibouti, Feb. 4, 2015. The JTAC members work closely to communicate the best use of air power to provide CAS during military operations. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Arta, Djibouti

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (2) of (9)

A joint terminal attack controller from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Raid Force observes the area below from an Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk during a flight over Arta, Djibouti, Feb. 4, 2015. The 24th MEU is embarked on the ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and deployed to maintain regional security in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Arta, Djibouti

Close Air Support Training in Djibouti (1) of (9)

Joint terminal attack controllers from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Maritime Raid Force and French 3rd Maine Artillery Regiment provide over watch during a bilateral close air support training exercise in Arta, Djibouti, Feb. 4, 2015. The event was part of a scheduled bilateral CAS exercise between a contingent of MEU Marines and French soldiers and sailors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Arta, Djibouti

Nigerian Air Force set for training on A-29 Super Tucano

Training will be provided by the 81st Fighter Squadron, an existing A-29 Light Air Support training squadron that currently trains Afghan Air Force personnel. This program will ensure the Nigerian Air Force receives the support and training it needs to safely and effectively employ the A-29 aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillian Bamman)

Photo by: Airman 1st Class Dillian Bamman

ALFS 15 ends with a beginning

Maj. Gen. Darryl A. Williams (left), U.S. Army Africa commander, and Brig. Gen. Cheikh Gueye, chief of Senegal Army Staff, watch Senegalese Armed Forces soldiers participate in a demonstration at a live fire range near Thies, Senegal, during the African Land Forces Summit, held in Dakar, Senegal, Feb. 9-12. (U.S. Army Africa photo by Pfc. Criag Philbrick)

Photo by: Master Sgt. Thomas Mills, Stuttgart, Germany

Soldier-scientists begin closure of Ebola testing labs

Capt. Shawn Palmer, a biochemist with the 1st Area Medical Laboratory, based out of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., and a native of Loma, Colo., breaks down a biological safety level three glove box at the 1st AML’s Ebola testing lab in Zwedru, Liberia, Feb. 9, 2015. The glove box is built to provide maximum personnel and environmental protection from high-risk biological agents. Soldiers of the 1st AML used this equipment to test blood samples of suspected Ebola patients. This, along with other equipment, was decontaminated and packed away as 1st AML closed the Zwedru lab. Operation United Assistance is a Department of Defense operation in Liberia to provide logistics, training and engineering support to U.S. Agency for International Development-led efforts to contain the Ebola virus outbreak in western Africa. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Terrance D. Rhodes, Joint Forces Command – United Assistance Public Affairs/RELEASED)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Terrance D. Rhodes, Stuttgart, Germany

African Partnership Flight builds Relations Interoperability

A Djiboutian air force member performs a traditional dance as part of a cultural exchange during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)

Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean, Stuttgart, Germany

Cutlass Express ’15: US, Djibouti building Partnerships

A Djibouti coast guard member role-plays as a pirate during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)

Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean, Stuttgart, Germany

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CDR Richard Gustafson, Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, briefs on DoD Global Health Engagement during the 2015 AFRICOM Partners Health Engagement Forum, a three-day event conducted at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany at Kelley Barracks, Feb. 18-20, 2015. The event was organized by the AFRICOM Command Surgeon’s Office. (U.S. Africa Command photo by Tech. Sgt. Olufemi A. Owolabi)

Photo by: Owolabi, Olufemi A. SSgt, Stuttgart, Germany

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Photo by: Owolabi, Olufemi A. SSgt, Stuttgart, Germany

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A participant asks questions during AFRICOM Partners Health Engagement Forum, a three-day event conducted at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany at Kelley Barracks, Feb. 18-20, 2015. The event was organized by the AFRICOM Command Surgeon’s Office. (U.S. Africa Command photo by Tech. Sgt. Olufemi A. Owolabi)

Photo by: Owolabi, Olufemi A. SSgt, Stuttgart, Germany

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With the goal to build stability through health, more than 35 medical practitioners and health specialists are taking part in the AFRICOM Partners Health Engagement Forum, a three-day event conducted at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany at Kelley Barracks, Feb. 18-20, 2015. (U.S. Africa Command photo by Tech. Sgt. Olufemi A. Owolabi)

Photo by: Owolabi, Olufemi A. SSgt, Stuttgart, Germany

HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers 200 Feet above Ground with 600-Pound Load during Weight Check

An HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers 200 feet above the ground with a 600-pound load during a weight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. The weight check was to make sure the hoist was operational after being repaired. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator glances out of HH-60 Pave Hawk

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Antonio Jimenez, 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, glances out of an HH-60 Pave Hawk during a 600-pound weight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. The Weight check was part of the flight inspection to ensure everything is operable prior to a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Members from 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepare to initiate Hoist Weight Check

Members from the 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepare to initiate a hoist weight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 26, 2015. The hoist was recently repaired and was checked for serviceability with a max weight of 600 pounds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Pilots inspect Control Panels during Preflight Check

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt Michael Parker (left) and Capt. Brandon Fesko, both 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron pilots, inspect the control panels during a preflight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. A preflight is held every three days when the team is on alert, to ensure everything is in working order and ready to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator simulates ‘Stand Ready’ with GAU-2 Mini-Gun

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Antonio Jimenez, 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, simulates ‘stand ready’ with the GAU-2 mini-gun at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. This position is taken if and when they need to provide combat air support during any rescue mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator inspects Tail Motor on HH-60 Pave Hawk

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Caleb Hiner, 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, inspects the tail motor on an HH-60 Pave Hawk during a preflight inspection at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. During the preflight checks, the aviators look for serviceability and to ensure the aircraft is ready to fly when they are called for a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Senegalese Armed Forces Soldiers participate in Live Fire Demonstration during African Land Forces Summit

Senegalese Armed Forces soldiers participate in a live fire demonstration during the African Land Forces Summit 15 near Thies, Senegal. Land forces chiefs of staff from 36 nations are attending ALFS 15 in Dakar, Senegal from Feb. 9-12. ALFS 15 brings together land force commanders from across Africa to solidify relationships, exchange information on current topics of mutual interest and concern, and seek cooperation in addressing common security concerns. (U.S. Army Africa photo by Pfc. Craig Philbrick)

Photo by: Pfc. Craig Philbrick

Members of Djibouti Air Force Honor Guard render Salute during Closing Ceremony

Members of the Djibouti air force honor guard render a salute during the closing ceremony for African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)

Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Kenya and Tanzania Air Force Members conduct Vehicle Inspection as Part of Installation Security Knowledge Exchange

Kenya and Tanzania air force members conduct a vehicle inspection as part of an installation security knowledge exchange during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)

Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Burundi Air Force Captain tightens Cargo Net as Part of Aircraft Cargo Knowledge Exchange

A Burundi air force captain tightens a cargo net as part of an aircraft cargo knowledge exchange during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 10, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)

Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

U.S. Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa Loadmaster discusses Cargo Pallet Inspection Procedures

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Phillip Leonard, U.S. Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa loadmaster, discusses cargo pallet inspection procedures with East African air forces members during African Partnership Flight– Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 10, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)

Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. talks with Djiboutian Air Force Members about Maintenance Procedures for Let L-410 Turbolet Aircraft

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Albert Kirkey, 818th Mobility Support Advisory Squadron aircraft maintenance advisor, talks with Djiboutian air force members about maintenance procedures for the Let L-410 Turbolet aircraft during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)

Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Djiboutian Air Force Member performs a Traditional Dance as Part of Cultural Exchange

Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel returns to Port after completing Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise Scenario

The Djibouti navy and coast guard boarding vessel returns to port after completing the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure exercise scenario during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Feb. 2, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel begins Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise

The Djibouti navy and coast guard boarding vessel begins the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure exercise as part of the Proliferation Security Initiative Support cell portion of Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Feb. 2, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard boarding Vessel approaches Target Vessel

The Djibouti navy and coast guard boarding vessel approaches the target vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Feb. 2, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Djibouti Coast Guard Member holds his Weapon at Ready, aboard Simulated Captured Vessel

A Djibouti coast guard member holds his weapon at the ready, aboard a simulated captured vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Djiboutian coast guard Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team Members locate Role Player hiding in Cabin of Simulated Captured Vessel

Djiboutian coast guard Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team members locate a role player hiding in the cabin of a simulated captured vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti,, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Djiboutian Navy Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team boards Simulated Captured Vessel

The Djiboutian navy Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team boards a simulated captured vessel, during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Djibouti Coast Guard Member role-plays as Pirate during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Charting Maps for Gulf of Tadjoura showing Exercise Area of Operations

The charting maps for the Gulf of Tadjoura showing the exercise area of operations are displayed during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Exercise Leaders review Exercise Plans aboard Djiboutian Naval Target Vessel

Exercise leaders review exercise plans aboard the Djiboutian Naval target vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 28, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)

Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

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AU journalists engage with AFRICOM during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)

Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany

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A delegation of African Union journalists spent the week of 9-12 Feb., 2015 visiting U.S. Africa Command to learn about the command’s mission and programs. (U.S. AFRICOM photos by Brenda Law/Released)

Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany

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AU journalists, Jenine Coetzer (left), responds to a comment as Charles Obbo looks on during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)

Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany

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COL Mark Cheadle, AFRICOM’s Chief of Public Affairs and Communication Synchronization, engages African journalists during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)