Vipers step
BALAD AIR BASE, Iraq -- Capt. Kerri Fulgham, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, goes over her checklist prior to her flight here, Oct. 23. Inspecting the aircraft prior to takeoff enhances communication between the pilot and maintenance personnel. Captain Fulgham is currently deployed from Hill Air Force Base, Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Joshua Garcia)