Airman 1st Class Caroline Kraus goes through pre-flight checks Dec. 30, during a B-52 Stratofortress launch at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Airman Kraus is assigned to the 36th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at Andersen and is deployed from Minot AFB, N.D. The bomber's participation in constant training helps emphasize the U.S. bomber presence, demonstrating U.S. commitment to the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Kevin J. Gruenwald) released