070821-F-4109K-221

Gen. Ronald E. Keys announced, "Behind me is a war bird, and she is ready for war," at the A-10C Initial Operational Capability ceremony Aug. 21 at Langley Air Force Base, Va. The A-10C recently received the most significant modifications in its 30-year history, making it a more capable and survivable attack fighter. General Keys is the commander of Air Combat Command. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Austin Knox)

1 of 75