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U.S. Air Force Capt. Skylar Bautista a pilot assigned to the 144th Fighter Wing, 194th Fighter Squadron, Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, sits in the backseat of a Ukrainian MiG-29 Fulcrum before pre-flight checks during the Clear Sky 18 exercise at Starokostiantyniv Air Base, Ukraine, Oct. 9, 2018. Clear Sky 18 promotes regional stability and security, while strengthening partner capabilities and fostering trust. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn)