An HC-130J Combat King II from the 81st Expeditionary Rescue Squadron lands at Grand Bara, Djibouti prior to staging forward arming and refueling point involving an HH-60G Pave Hawk on Oct. 20, 2015. Through unified action with U.S. and international partners in East Africa, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa conducts security force assistance, executes military engagement, provides force protection, and provides military support to regional counter-violent extremist organization operations in order to support aligned regional efforts, ensure regional access and freedom of movement, and protect U.S. interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lieutenant Allie Delury/Released).