Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

Two French Rafale aircraft taxi to a runway at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 22, in support of Arctic Challenge 2017. The French are training alongside the U.S. and other allies and partners in Europe, in an effort to maintain the relationships and trust that are essential for ensuring regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

A French Rafale takes off at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 22, in support of Arctic Challenge 2017. Through exercises like ACE 17, the U.S., allies and partner nations are able to train together in a realistic environment, working to ensure security, protect global interests and strengthen economic bonds in Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

A 493rd Fighter Squadron pilot from the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, communicates with a maintenance Airman at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 25, before taking off in support of Arctic Challenge 2017. The U.S. participants in ACE 17 represent America's forward presence, postured alongside our proven, essential NATO allies and partners. U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

A French Mirage 2000 takes off at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 22, in support of Arctic Challenge 2017. Continued, realistic interoperability exercises, such as ACE 17, allow the U.S., allies and partner nations to build their expertise in the air. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

F-15C Eagles from the 493rd Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, prepare for a day of training at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 25. The U.S. shares a commitment to promoting peace and stability and seeks opportunities, such as participating in ACE 17, to continue developing its strong relationships with European allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

A 493rd Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle from the 48th Fighter Wing at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, taxis to a runway at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 25, in support of Arctic Challenge 2017. Participating in multinational exercises such as ACE 17 allows the U.S. to enhance professional relationships and improve overall coordination with allies and partner militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

A media representative takes a photo of an aircraft during the Arctic Challenge 2017 media day at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 23. Media representatives from multiple nations gathered to learn about the exercise, which is aimed at strengthening partnerships between participating armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)

Airmen train with allies, European neighbors at ACE 17

Published May 25, 2017
By Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel
48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

ROVANIEMI AIR BASE, Finland -- Two French Rafale aircraft taxi to a runway at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, May 22, in support of Arctic Challenge 2017. The French are training alongside the U.S. and other allies and partners in Europe, in an effort to maintain the relationships and trust that are essential for ensuring regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Abby L. Finkel)