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Best IMSO in the Air Force

The 162nd Fighter Wing International Military Student Office brings home the 2007 IMSO Team of the Year trophy. The office staff, Lt. Col. Donna Rinehart, Maj. Donna Wolslagel, Senior Master Sgt. Teresa Campbell, Master Sgt. Deb Alegria, Master Sgt. Marnie Neve, Tech. Sgt. Amie Howell and Airman First Class Jonathan Jackson worked around the clock to ensure a smooth training experience for international student pilots here last year.

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International Fighter Pilot Training

From the end of the runway at Tucson International Airport, an F-16 instructor pilot prepares to take off with his wingman, an international student pilot in training. The Arizona Air National Guard unit here teaches America's coalition partners how to effectively employ the multirole fighter. (Air National Guard Photo by Master Sgt. Dave Neve)

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International Fighter Pilot Training

Three student pilots from the United Arab Emirates practice emergency egress procedures as part of their F-16 flight training at the 162nd Fighter Wing in Tucson, Ariz. The Air Guard unit has trained foreign pilots since 1989. (Air National Guard Photo by Master Sgt. Dave Neve)

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Life Without Age

Airman 1st Class Ana Canillas, AGE technician troubleshoots the starter and electronic systems on a MJ-1B bomb lift to ensure it is getting enough voltage to start the engine. The unit was in the shop for a yearly and special inspection when problems were discovered with the starter and lift cylinders. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Jones.)

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Life Without Age

Tech. Sgt. Jackie Vernon, AGE technician, services a hydraulic test stand used to test the hydraulic systems on the aircraft. Sergeant Vernon has 26 years experience in AGE. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Jones.)

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The beer goggle test

Staff Sgt. Dana Watson attempts to walk a straight line while wearing goggles that simulate the effects of three alcoholic beverages. The health fair held at the 162nd Fighter Wing gave members a close look at everyday issues that affect personal health. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Jones.)

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Life Without Age

Staff Sgt. Louis Suarez, power support systems mechanic, grinds a piece of 3/8 inch round stock to fabricate a replacement brake rod for a C-10C air conditioner. The unit was damaged during a deployment to Edwards AFB, Calif. By fabricating parts like this one instead of ordering replacement parts, the AGE shop is able to maintain a 95 percent in-commission rate for 427 pieces of equipment. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Jones)

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Life Without Age

Staff Sgt. Brian Brewer, power support systems technician, removes the combustion can from the “Dash 60” unit to inspect the igniter and atomizer as part of an inspection. Sergeant Brewer has inspected and repaired AGE equipment since he joined the 162nd in 2000. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Jones)

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Celebrating Desegregation

Basic trainees with the 326th Training Squadron stand in formation during a Basic Military Training graduation ceremony July 25 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alan Boedeker)

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OJS

Chaplain (Maj.) Mike Martinez (right) serves a hot meal on Christmas Eve to an Airman assigned to an entrance identification team in Yuma, Ariz., as part of Operation Jump Start. (Army National Guard photo by Sgt.Ed Balaban)

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9G Fitness

Maj. Windy Hendrick lost 75 pounds herself since the birth of her second son. She created the 9G program as a way of “teaching fitness the way fighter pilots learn to fly.” (Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Dave Neve)

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9G Fitness

Staff Sgt. Virgil Mendivil exercises during a 9G session. “I didn’t think I was overweight when I joined the program, but my pre-assessment results were eye-opening. I learned that no matter how skinny you are, your body fat percentage will affect your body’s overall performance,” he said. (Air National Guard photo by Capt. Gabe Johnson)

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Father launches son on incentive flight

Master Sgt. Alfonso Soto (left), an F-16 crew chief, and his son Senior Airman Guillermo Soto meet up on the flightline after Airman Soto’s incentive flight. Airman Soto, an electronics technician, flew July 13 as reward for earning Airman of the Quarter for the wing. His father was the crew chief who launched the flight. "I'm so proud that my son was selected for Airman of the Quarter and it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be able to launch him on an F-16 flight," said Sergeant Soto. (Air National Guard Photo by Senior Airman Sara Elliott.)

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Retirees Picnic

Retirees enjoy the weather, food and company at the annual picnic in the White Mountains. The picnic is open to retired members from Phoenix and Tucson, as well as their family members.

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Retirees Picnic

Wayne Wright, Maria and Andy Wolfel, and Frank and Betty Maldonado line up for the feast.

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Fuel Economy

Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic, Staff Sgt. Mario Alvarez, inspects an air filter from a government truck to ensure the vehicle’s fuel efficiency. (Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. David Neve)

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Water Survival

A pilot maneuvers his way through a parachute, trying to find his way out by locating the seams. (AIr National Guard photo by 1st Lt. Dan Dodson)

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Water Survival

An MH-60J Coast Guard helicopter piloted by Lt. Jeremy Denning and Lt. John Filipowicz maneuvers so rescue swimmer AST3 Logan Banner can extract Dr. (Lt. Col.) Tom Rotkis from the ocean. Extraction was one part of the water survival training conducted during the July unit training assembly at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado in San Diego. “It’s disorienting out there, and the rotor wash is amazing,” said Dr. Rotkis, a flight surgeon at the 162nd Fighter Wing. (Air National Guard photo by 1st Lt. Dan Dodson)

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Water Survival

Maj. Steve Haase jumps into the ocean as part of the water survival training. Pilots must complete this training every three years to be able to fly over the ocean. (Air National Guard Photo by 1st Lt. Dan Dodson).

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The Davis-Denogean-Watkins Family

Twins Staff Sgt. Travis Davis and Master Sgt. Teresa Denogean with their sister Master Sgt. Brandi Watkins and her husband Tech. Sgt. Jay Watkins. (Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley Karas)

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