Col. Thomas Bergeson and Lt. Col. James Hecker prepare to take flight in their respective F-22A Raptors Jan. 21 during an Operation Noble Eagle mission. This historical event marks the first time the F-22A Raptor is participating in the joint services operation to protect American soil. Colonel Bergeson is the 1st Operations Group commander. Colonel Hecker is the 27th Fighter Squadron commander [U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Rogers]
See also: F-22 Raptor takes part in Operation Noble Eagle