The U.S. Air Force deployed 12 A-10C Thunderbolt II attack aircraft from Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, support equipment and approximately 300 personnel to Incirlik Air Base, Turkey in support of Operation Inherent Resolve Oct. 15, 2015. This deployment follows Turkey's recent decision to open its bases to U.S. and other Coalition members participating in air operations against ISIL. Turkey is a NATO ally, close friend of the United States, and an important partner in the international Coalition against ISIL. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cory W. Bush/Released)