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Airmen from the 482d Fighter Wing are warmly greeted by wing leadership, fellow Airmen, family, and friends as they walk between a crowd upon their return to Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, April 3, 2024, after their successful support of Operation Noble Eagle. This return celebrates their critical contribution to NORAD's continuous mission to safeguard North American airspace, reflecting their importance in the national defense infrastructure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Lionel Castellano)