An F-16 Fighting Falcon departs from Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, to attend RED FLAG-Alaska 14-3, Aug. 12, 2014. RF-A enables joint and international partners to sharpen their combat skills by flying simulated combat sorties in a realistic threat environment. These skills are vital to maintaining peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Taylor Curry/Released)