A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress pilot from the

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress pilot from the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, and part of the Bomber Task Force deployed to the region, observes the air space while conducting joint exercises in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility June 1, 2019. This demonstration of flexible and adaptable joint operations shows U.S. military forces are prepared to respond to contingencies and defend U.S. forces and interests in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Erin Piazza)