 Four USAF F-22 stealth tactical fighter aircraft fly in formation over the Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal March 2, 2017 in Tindal, Australia.
 An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 taxis to the runway for a night flight during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 17, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 f
 Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor. Commander of the United States Air Force 90th Fighter Squadron,Lieutenant Colonel Dave Stralicky arrives at RAAF Base Tindal in an F-22, ahead of the first Enhanced Air Cooperation activity in Australia. The first three of 12 U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors arrive at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Feb. 10, 2017. The At the direction of Adm. Harry Harris Jr., U.S. Pacific Command commander, Pacific Air Forces sent the Raptors and approximately 190 Airmen from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers; a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122; gives a familiarization class to the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team during Exercise Pitch Black 16 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal; Australia; July 28; 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around the aircraft during an emergency to ensure a safe and successful recovery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 More than 200 Airmen from the 90th Fighter Squadron returned to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, March 18, 2017 after participating in a bilateral exercise and training mission with the Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Northern Territory, Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sheila deVera)
 Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor. Commander of the United States Air Force 90th Fighter Squadron,Lieutenant Colonel Dave Stralicky arrives at RAAF Base Tindal in an F-22, ahead of the first Enhanced Air Cooperation activity in Australia. The first three of 12 U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors arrive at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Feb. 10, 2017. The At the direction of Adm. Harry Harris Jr., U.S. Pacific Command commander, Pacific Air Forces sent the Raptors and approximately 190 Airmen from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base
 Two KC-130 Hercules from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 (VMGR-152) and two MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268 (VMM-268), fly over Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 17, 2018. The C130-J flew from Tindal, Aus, and met the MV-22 from Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin for a refueling recertification exercise so the Osprey pilots can fly their aircraft back to Hawaii at the end of the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 18 deployment.
 Air Force Lt. Col. David Skalicky, 90th Fighter Squadron commander, greets Airmen after arriving back from Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Northern Territory, Australia, March 18, 2017 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. More than 200 Airmen participated in a bilateral exercise as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation initiative. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sheila deVera)
 An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 taxis to the runway for a night flight during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 17, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 f
 A KC-130 Hercules from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 (VMGR-152) and two MV-22 Osprey from tiltrotor aircraft from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268 (VMM-268), fly over Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 17, 2018. The C130-J flew from Tindal, Aus, and met the MV-22 from Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin for a refueling recertification exercise so the Osprey pilots can fly their aircraft back to Hawaii at the end of the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 18 deployment.
 An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 taxis to the runway for a night flight during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 17, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 f
 A Sikorsky S76A++ Search and Rescue helicopter approaches to hoist a stretcher during SAR training at Exercise Pitch Black 2016, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug.16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same procedures. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016
 A KC-130 Hercules from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 (VMGR-152) and two MV-22 Osprey from tiltrotor aircraft from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268 (VMM-268), fly over Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 17, 2018. The C130-J flew from Tindal, Aus, and met the MV-22 from Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin for a refueling recertification exercise so the Osprey pilots can fly their aircraft back to Hawaii at the end of the Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 18 deployment.
 Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Case, flight surgeon, Kurt Pride, rescue crewman with RAAF Tindal Search and Rescue, and Flying Officer Kimberly MacDonald, a nurse with the Royal Australian Air Force, ensure that all buckles and clips are secure during SAR training at Exercise Pitch Black 2016, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same proce
 A Sikorsky S76A++ Search and Rescue helicopter hovers during SAR training at Exercise Pitch Black 2016, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same procedures. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases t
 Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Case, flight surgeon, and U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Juan Garcia, hospital corpsman, are hoisted into a Sikorsky S76A++ Search and Rescue helicopter while conducting SAR training during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same procedures. The biennial, multinational exerci
 Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Case, flight surgeon, and U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Juan Garcia, hospital corpsman, are hoisted into a Sikorsky S76A++ Search and Rescue helicopter while conducting SAR training during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same procedures. The biennial, multinational exerci
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chris Lawler, a crewmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152, observes an F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 approach the refueling hose during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 9, 2016. VMGR-152 provides aerial refueling and assault support during expeditionary, joint and combined operations like Pitch Black. This exercise is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chris Lawler, a crewmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152, observes an F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 approach the refueling hose during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 9, 2016. VMGR-152 provides aerial refueling and assault support during expeditionary, joint and combined operations like Pitch Black. This exercise is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg) Bird
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 moves in to catch the basket during an aerial refueling mission with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia during Exercise Pitch Black 2016, Aug. 9, 2016. VMGR-152 provides aerial refueling and assault support during expeditionary and joint or combined operations like Pitch Black. This exercise is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 conducts an aerial refueling with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152 during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 9, 2016. VMGR-152 provides aerial refueling and assault support during expeditionary and joint or combined operations like Pitch Black. This exercise is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 An F/A -18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)122, taxis to the runway to launch air operations during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 1, 2016. Pitch Black 16 is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. The U.S. flying squadron, home based out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, spent the last six months at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, with the Unit Deployment Program training and preparing for this training evolution. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg
 U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Lane, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 pilot, conducts a preflight check on an F/A-18C Hornet during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 1, 2016. Pitch Black 16 is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. As the training progresses, the U.S. pilots will also get the opportunity to fly with Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Netherlands, New Zealand and Thailand. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers, a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, gives a familiarization class to the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team during Exercise Pitch Black 16 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around the aircraft during an emergency to ensure a safe and successful recovery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers, a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, gives a familiarization class to Cpl. Michael Barton, an aircraft rescue firefighter specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, and the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Barton is a liaison between VMFA-122 and No. 17 Squadron firefighters in case of emergencies involving the flying squadron’s aircraft during Exercise Pitch Black 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers, a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, gives a familiarization class to Cpl. Michael Barton, an aircraft rescue firefighter specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, and the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Barton is a liaison between VMFA-122 and No. 17 Squadron firefighters in case of emergencies involving the flying squadron’s aircraft during Exercise Pitch Black 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Michael Barton, an aircraft rescue firefighter specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, sports an MWSS-171 Marine Firefighter patch during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Barton is a liaison between Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 and No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team stationed at RAAF Tindal, in case of emergencies with the flying squadron’s aircraft during the exercise. Pitch Black is a multination exercise that also includes participation from Canada, France, Italy, Germany, In
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers, a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, gives a familiarization class to Cpl. Michael Barton, an aircraft rescue firefighter specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, and the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Barton is a liaison between VMFA-122 and No. 17 Squadron firefighters in case of emergencies involving the flying squadron’s aircraft during Exercise Pitch Black 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Michael Barton, an aircraft rescue firefighter specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, refills a fire truck during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Barton is a liaison between Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 and No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team stationed at RAAF Tindal in case of emergencies with the flying squadron’s aircraft during the exercise. Pitch Black is a multination exercise that includes participation from Canada, France, Italy, Germany, Indonesia, Netherlands, New Zea
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers, a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, gives a familiarization class to Cpl. Michael Barton, an aircraft rescue firefighter specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, and the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Barton is a liaison between VMFA-122 and No. 17 Squadron firefighters in case of emergencies involving the flying squadron’s aircraft during Exercise Pitch Black 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around
 U.S Marine Corps Cpl. Jesse Meyers, a power liner with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, gives a familiarization class to the No. 17 Squadron Fire and Rescue team during Exercise Pitch Black 16 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. The familiarization class covered the basic dos and don’ts of operating around the aircraft during an emergency to ensure a safe and successful recovery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 Staff Sgt. Jerrod Gelbaugh, the ordnance staff noncommissioned officer in charge with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, assists Cpl. Mark Tate, an aviation ordnance technician with VMFA-122, remove a Bomb Rack Unit 55 from an F/A-18C during exercise Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Southern Frontier is three weeks of unit level training helping the squadron gain experience and qualifications in low altitude, air-ground, high explosive ordnance delivery at the unit level. VMFA-122 is home based out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufo
 Cpl. Javon Franklin, an aviation ordnance technician with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, assists in loading high explosive ordnance on an F/A-18C Hornet during exercise Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 28, 2016. Southern Frontier is three weeks of unit level training helping the squadron gain experience and qualifications in low altitude, air-ground, high explosive ordnance delivery at the unit level. VMFA-122 is home based out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina and are currently assigned to MAG-12 at MCAS Iwakuni under
 Lance Cpl. Trevor Serenelli, an aviation ordnance technician with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, unloads high explosive ordnance during exercise Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July, 28, 2016. Southern Frontier is three weeks of unit level training helping the squadron gain experience and qualifications in low altitude, air-ground, high explosive ordnance delivery at the unit level. VMFA-122 is home based out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina and are currently assigned to MAG-12 at MCAS Iwakuni under the Unit Deployment Pr
 An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 prepares to taxi during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 22, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases t
 F/A-18C Hornets with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)122 conduct air operations during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 25, 2016. Pitch Black 16 is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. The allied nation squadrons will execute day and night flights from Tindal to Darwin, while performing large force offensive counter-air and offensive air support operations throughout the exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps courtesy photo)
 Lance Cpl. James Headrick, an airframe Marine with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, demonstrates how to operate an NC-10 Hydraulic Generator for Cpl. Robert Ramos, Marine Aviation Logisitsics Squadron (MALS) 12 airframes, at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 25, 2016. VMFA-122 traveled to RAAF Base Tindal for the first time to participate in Pitch Black 2016 and unit level training known as Southern Frontier. Pitch Black affords Marines with VMFA-122 the opportunity to integrate and increase interoperability with regional joint and coalition partners, while deve
 Cpl. Matthew Sisk, ordnance man with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, guides an F/A 18C Hornet with VMFA-122 to a halt for inspection at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 22, 2016. VMFA-122 traveled to RAAF Base Tindal for the first time for exercises Southern Frontier Unit Level Training and Pitch Black 16. Southern Frontier ULT will help the squadron gain experience and qualifications in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery at the unit level. Pitch Black 16 affords Marines with VMFA-122 the opportunity to integrate and increase interopera
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, forward deployed to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, taxis into an ordnance loading area after landing at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 21, 2016. VMFA-122 traveled to RAAF Base Tindal for the first time to participate in Pitch Black 2016 and unit level training known as Southern Frontier. Pitch Black affords Marines with VMFA-122 the opportunity to integrate and increase interoperability with regional joint and coalition partners, while developing operational concepts for conducting sustained co
 Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 U.S. Navy Lt. Matthew Case, flight surgeon, and U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Juan Garcia, hospital corpsman, are hoisted into a Sikorsky S76A++ Search and Rescue helicopter while conducting SAR training during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same procedures. The biennial, multinational exerci
 A Sikorsky S76A Search and Rescue helicopter hovers during SAR training at Exercise Pitch Black 2016, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, August 16, 2016. The SAR team trains with local and international forces during exercises like Pitch Black to ensure all medical personnel that can respond to an aircraft emergency are capable of carrying out the same procedures. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases t
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chris Lawler, a crewmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152, observes an F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 approach the refueling hose during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 9, 2016. VMGR-152 provides aerial refueling and assault support during expeditionary, joint and combined operations like Pitch Black. This exercise is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg) Mari
 An F/A -18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)122, taxis to the runway to launch air operations during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 1, 2016. Pitch Black 16 is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. The U.S. flying squadron, home based out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, spent the last six months at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, with the Unit Deployment Program training and preparing for this training evolution. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg
 An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 prepares to taxi during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 22, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases t
 An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 prepares to taxi during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, July 22, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases t
 An M16A2 20mm Vulcan cannon is maintained prior to being mounted on a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 F/A-18C Hornet during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 5, 2016. The lightweight gun is used only in F/A-18s and the six rotating barrels minimize barrel erosion and heat generation, contributing to a long weapon life. Shooting 6,000 rounds per minute, the gun will replace a cannon in one of the squadron’s F/A-18C Hornets and will be used for ground targets during Pitch Black. The exercise affords Marines with VMFA-122 the opportunit
 U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Roderick Vorhees, an aviation ordnance technician with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, performs maintenance on an M61A2 20mm Vulcan cannon during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 5, 2016. The lightweight gun is used only in F/A-18s and the six rotating barrels minimize barrel erosion and heat generation, contributing to a long weapon life. Shooting 6,000 rounds per minute, the gun will replace a cannon in one of the squadron’s F/A-18C Hornets and will be used for ground targets during Pitch Black. The e
 U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 perform maintenance on an M61A2 20mm Vulcan cannon during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 5, 2016. The lightweight gun is used only in F/A-18s and the six rotating barrels minimize barrel erosion and heat generation, contributing to a long weapon life. Shooting 6,000 rounds per minute, the gun will replace a cannon in one of the squadron’s F/A-18C Hornets and will be used for ground targets during Pitch Black. The exercise affords Marines with VMFA-122 the opportunity to integrate a
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 moves in to catch the basket during an aerial refueling mission with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia during Exercise Pitch Black 2016, Aug. 9, 2016. VMGR-152 provides aerial refueling and assault support during expeditionary and joint or combined operations like Pitch Black. This exercise is a biennial, three week, multinational, large-force training exercise hosted by RAAF Tindal. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg) U.S. Marine F-18, C-130 ex
 Rescue Crewman Kurt Pride, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal helicopter unit member, assists the winch raising of a stretcher during helicopter rescue training at RAAF Base Tindal, Feb. 28, 2017. Particpating in the training was two 90th Fighter Squadron medical personnel who are deployed to Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, a joint training and exercise initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australian governments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 Rescue Crewman Kurt Pride, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal helicopter unit member, U.S. Air Force Capt. Paul Ward, 90th Fighter Squadron Flight Doctor, and Tech. Sgt. Layla Dispense, 90th FS Independent Duty Medical Technician, prepare a dummy for transport on a stretcher during helicopter rescue training at RAAF Base Tindal, Feb. 28, 2017. Ward and Dispense are deployed to Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, a joint training and exercise initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australian governments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander
 Rescue Crewman Kurt Pride (right), Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal helicopter unit member, U.S. Air Force Capt. Paul Ward, 90th Fighter Squadron Flight Doctor, and Tech. Sgt. Layla Dispense, 90th FS Independent Duty Medical Technician, prepare a dummy for transport on a stretcher during helicopter rescue training at RAAF Base Tindal, Feb. 28, 2017. Ward and Dispense are deployed to Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, a joint training and exercise initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australian governments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. A
 Rescue Crewman Kurt Pride, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal helicopter unit member, U.S. Air Force Capt. Paul Ward, 90th Fighter Squadron Flight Doctor, and Tech. Sgt. Layla Dispense, 90th FS Independent Duty Medical Technician, prepare a dummy for transport on a stretcher during helicopter rescue training at RAAF Base Tindal, Feb. 28, 2017. Ward and Dispense are deployed to Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, a joint training and exercise initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australian governments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander
 Rescue Crewman Kurt Pride, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal helicopter unit member, U.S. Air Force Capt. Paul Ward, 90th Fighter Squadron Flight Doctor, and Tech. Sgt. Layla Dispense, 90th FS Independent Duty Medical Technician, prepare a dummy for transport on a stretcher during helicopter rescue training at RAAF Base Tindal, Feb. 28, 2017. Ward and Dispense are deployed to Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, a joint training and exercise initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australian governments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander
 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Skalicky, 90th Fighter Squadron commander, and Wing Commander Andrew Tatnell, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal Senior Australian Defence Force Officer, shake hands in front of a U.S. F-22 Raptor at RAAF Base Tindal, Australia, Feb. 24, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen are in Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Skalicky, 90th Fighter Squadron commander, and Wing Commander Andrew Tatnell, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal Senior Australian Defence Force Officer, discuss the combined capabilities of the RAAF F/A-18A/B Hornet and U.S. F-22 Raptor at RAAF Base Tindal, Australia, Feb. 24, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen are in Australia as part of the Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, sits on the flight line at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 10, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Yokota AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As the Air Force’s Western Pacific airlift hub, Yokota supports transient aircraft as they conduct missions throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donald Hudson)
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 approaches for landing during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 31, 2016. VMFA-122 executed close air support, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery and low altitude tactics during the three week unit level training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cody Braunscheidel, an aviation logistics information management systems specialist assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, explains multiplication to students at MacFarlane Primary School in Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 1, 2016. Marines are invited to mentor and teach students every iteration of Southern Frontier, a three week unit level training conducted by U.S. Marines at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal. The primary school’s student population is 92 percent indigenous and is very transient. Classes are designed to provide stud
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 takes off during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 31, 2016. VMFA-122 executed low-altitude tactics training, flying below 500 feet to evade simulated enemy radar detection or to escape enemy aircraft vectored toward friendly aircraft. By integrating low-altitude tactics into the three week unit level training, pilots gained their final qualifications during Southern Frontier, strengthening the squadrons overall combat readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 Two F/A-18C Hornets with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 prepare for takeoff during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 31, 2016. The Hornet squadron performed low-altitude tactics training throughout the last week of training, allowing the pilots to gain confidence in low flying and simultaneously conducting air-to-surface maneuvers. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training helping pilots gain experience and qualifications in low-altitude tactics, close air support, and air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine C
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 takes off during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 31, 2016. VMFA-122 executed low-altitude tactics training, flying below 500 feet to evade simulated enemy radar detection or to escape enemy aircraft vectored toward friendly aircraft. By integrating low-altitude tactics into the three week unit level training, pilots gained their final qualifications during Southern Frontier, strengthening the squadrons overall combat readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Matt Heidtman, an airframes Marine with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, tightens fasteners on an F/A-18C Hornet during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 31, 2016. The Marines perform maintenance on the aircraft in preparation for departure at the conclusion of Southern Frontier. This three week unit level training that helps pilots gain experience and qualifications in low-altitude tactics, close air support, and air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 prepare to lower an F/A-18C Hornet during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 31, 2016. In preparation for departure from Australia, the squadron performs maintenance on all aircraft to ensure they are ready to make the long flight home. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training that helps pilots gain experience and qualifications in low-altitude tactics, close air support, and air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Trevor Serenelli, ordnance Marine assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, helps U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Blake Uhden, ordnance Marine assigned to VMFA-122, guide a bomb onto an aircraft during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 26, 2016. VMFA-122 dropped hundreds of thousands of pounds of ordnance while conducting close air support missions for ground combat units at the Bradshaw Range Complex. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and ex
 U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Trevor Serenelli, ordnance Marine assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, shouts directions while guiding a bomb onto an aircraft during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 26, 2016. VMFA-122 delivered munitions while providing close air support to ground combat units at Bradshaw Range Complex during the training. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Mar
 U.S. Marine Corps Maj. David Dunsworth, an F/A-18C Hornet pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, completes a preflight check as Lance Cpl. Luke Zeisloft, a powerline Marine assigned to VMFA-122, stands by during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 24, 2016. VMFA-122 provided close air support to ground units at Bradshaw Range Complex during the training. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance deliver
 An F/A-18C Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 prepares to taxi during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 24, 2016. VMFA-122 conducted close air support missions in support of units on the ground at Bradshaw Range Complex during the unit level training. Southern Frontier is a three week training evolution geared toward helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marine Corps Maj. David Dunsworth, an F/A-18C Hornet pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, prepares to taxi out of a hangar during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 24, 2016. VMFA-122 executed close air support missions for ground combat units conducting exercises at Bradshaw Range Complex. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
 U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Trevor Serenelli, ordnance Marine assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, shouts directions while guiding a bomb onto an aircraft during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 26, 2016. VMFA-122 delivered munitions while providing close air support to ground combat units at Bradshaw Range Complex during the training. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Mar
 U.S. Marine Corps Maj. David Dunsworth, an F/A-18C Hornet pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, checks ordnance mounted on an aircraft check during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 24, 2016. VMFA-122 dropped ordnance during close air support missions to reinforce ground units at Bradshaw Range Complex. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbru
 U.S. Marine Corps Maj. David Dunsworth, an F/A-18C Hornet pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, dons a Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 24, 2016. VMFA-122 conducted close air support missions during Southern Frontier in support of ground combat units at Bradshaw Training Complex. Southern Frontier is a three week unit level training evolution helping the flying squadron gain qualifications and experience in low altitude, air ground, high explosive ordnance delivery. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by
 Boxes of 2.75-inch high explosive rockets wait to be assembled during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 24, 2016. Southern Frontier afforded Iwakuni Marines the opportunity to train with high explosive weapon body groups typically not used in Japan, while expanding technical and tactical proficiency in their craft. Munitions built during this training are in support of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, who also gain experience and qualifications in low altitude, air-ground, high explosive ordnance delivery at the unit level. (U.S. Marine Corp
 Sgt. Joel Farmer, left, aviation ordnance technician and quality assurance officer, and Cpl. Michael Konicki, right, aviation ordnance technician team member, assigned to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12, load bombs onto a bomb skid during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 22, 2016. The bomb skid will then be transported to the line, where the munitions are loaded on to aircraft. Southern Frontier afforded Iwakuni Marines the opportunity to train with high explosive weapon body groups typically not used in Japan, while expanding technical and tac
 Four U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron fly in formation in the skies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor flies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 Four U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron fly in formation in the skies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor flies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Lori Hodge)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor flies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Lori Hodge)
 U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors from the 90th Fighter Squadron stop at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 7, 2017, before traveling to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. The agreement between the U.S. and Australia underscores the U.S. commitment to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in order to receive fuel in the skies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in order to receive fuel in the skies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in order to receive fuel in the skies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 90th Fighter Squadron approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker in order to receive fuel in the skies above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Joshua Welch, 434th Air Refueling Wing boom operator, guides a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker boom in place in order to refuel a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22 Raptors and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Martinez)
 U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Joshua Welch, 434th Air Refueling Wing boom operator, guides a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker boom in place in order to refuel a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor above Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, March 2, 2017. Twelve F-22's and approximately 200 U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the first Enhanced Air Cooperation, an initiative under the Force Posture Agreement between the U.S. and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Lori Hodge)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron lands at Kadena Air Base, Japan, while F-15 Eagles from the 67th Fighter Squadron taxi on the flightline Feb. 7, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Kadena AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As allies, the U.S. and Australia have agreed to more frequent movements of aircraft across the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
 U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors from the 90th Fighter Squadron arrive at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 7, 2017, before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. The U.S. Air Force and the RAAF train together as part of the U.S. and Australian Enhanced Air Cooperation Agreement. Enhanced air cooperation increases both the U.S. and Australia’s combined capabilities, improving security and stability throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit bomber deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., lands, March 22, 2016, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia. While in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, the B-2s integrated and conducted training with ally and partner air forces demonstrating the ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joel Pfiester/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit bomber deployed from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., lands, March 22, 2016, Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia. While in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, the B-2s integrated and conducted training with ally and partner air forces demonstrating the ability to provide an always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joel Pfiester/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, takes off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 13, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Yokota AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As the Air Force’s Western Pacific airlift hub, Yokota supports transient aircraft as they conduct mission throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, takes off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 13, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Yokota AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As the Air Force’s Western Pacific airlift hub, Yokota supports transient aircraft as they conduct mission throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, takes off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 13, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Yokota AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As the Air Force’s Western Pacific airlift hub, Yokota supports transient aircraft as they conduct mission throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, takes off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 13, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Yokota AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As the Air Force’s Western Pacific airlift hub, Yokota supports transient aircraft as they conduct mission throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe/Released)
 A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, takes off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 13, 2017. The F-22 Raptors stopped at Yokota AB before traveling on to Royal Australian Air Force Base, Tindal. As the Air Force’s Western Pacific airlift hub, Yokota supports transient aircraft as they conduct mission throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe/Released)
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Landis Lied, an embarkation and logistics specialist assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, plays Red Red Bob, a version of the game “tag”, with students at MacFarlane Primary School Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept.1, 2016. Invited by the school every iteration of Southern Frontier, a three week unit level training conducted by U.S. Marines at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Marines mentor, teach and provide role models to the students. With a student population of 92 percent indigenous, students are provided a consolidated educati
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cody Braunscheidel, an aviation logistics information management systems specialist assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, lifts a student up at MacFarlane Primary School in Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept.1, 2016. Marines are invited to the school every iteration of Southern Frontier, a three week unit level training conducted by U.S. Marines at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, to mentor, teach, and be role models to the students. MacFarlane Primary School also gives the students a consolidated education in literacy, numeracy, respe
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cody Braunscheidel, left, an aviation logistics information management systems specialist, and Cpl. Landis Lied, right, an embarkation and logistics specialist assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, pose with students from MacFarlane Primary School in Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 1, 2016. Marines are invited to mentor, teach and serve as role models to the students every iteration of Southern Frontier, a three week unit level training conducted by U.S. Marines at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal. With a population of 92 percent in
 U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Landis Lied, an embarkation and logistics specialist assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, helps a student with multiplication at MacFarlane Primary School in Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 1, 2016. Marines are invited to mentor and teach students every iteration of Southern Frontier, a three week unit level training conducted by U.S. Marines at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal. The primary school’s student population is 92 percent indigenous and is very transient. Classes are designed to provide students structure and a consolidat
 Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12 (MALS) Marines tighten a warhead onto a rocket during Southern Frontier at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 23, 2016. These ordnance Marines are working to meet Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122’s goal of dropping 138 tons of ordnance during Southern Frontier. The unit level training afforded Iwakuni Marines the opportunity to train with high explosive weapon body groups typically not used in Japan, while expanding technical and tactical proficiency in their craft. Munitions built during this training are in support of VMFA-1
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