F-15E Strike Eagles, from the 335th Fighter Squadron Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., prepare to launch for early morning missions on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Oct. 19, 2012. The F-15s will be providing critical close air support, during Green Flag East, to allow the 2nd Brigade of the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C., to defend against hostile armored forces. Green Flag East is part of a joint operation to help service members train for missions during future deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)