Capt. Aaron Hedrick pilot from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomber Squadron goes through a pre-flight checklist prior to a local B-52 Stratofortress mission at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Captain Hedrick 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