An F-15E Strike Eagle awaits clearance for takeoff from the air traffic control tower at Souda Air Base, Greece, while participating in joint, war-fighting training with the Hellenic air force, Feb. 27, 2014. More than 250 Airmen deployed to Crete to work with NATO partners and build upon a strong, military relationship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Trower/Released)