The US Air Force is the largest branch dedicated to air warfare in any military in the world. The colossal fleet of nearly 13,000 aircraft is dispersed around the globe to support US and allied operations wherever they are needed on short notice for anything from humanitarian aid to air policing and close air support. In order to provide rapid response times and the best airframe for the job, whenever duty calls, the USAF maintains a large network of bases overseas. These facilities range from tiny posts at civil airfields or allied air bases to enormous dedicated airfields that support…
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