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Expeditionary Airlift Squadron hosts C-17 Globemaster III tour for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Airmen tour a C-17 Globemaster III at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17, a versatile military transport aircraft, can carry a payload of up to 170,900 pounds and deliver as many as 18 cargo pallets. The tour gave Airmen the opportunity to deepen their understanding about the mission and capabilities of the C-17. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Expeditionary Airlift Squadron hosts C-17 Globemaster III tour for Airmen

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster gives Airmen a tour of a C-17 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17 is a robust and versatile military transport aircraft known for its ability to carry oversized cargo, operate in austere environments, and facilitate rapid strategic airlift missions for the United States Air Force and allied nations. The tour gave Airmen the opportunity to deepen their understanding about the mission and capabilities of the C-17. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Expeditionary Airlift Squadron hosts C-17 Globemaster III tour for Airmen

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster gives Airmen a tour of a C-17 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. Loadmasters are highly trained aviation specialists responsible for ensuring proper cargo loading, securing, and weight distribution aboard military and civilian aircraft, playing a critical role in mission success and air transport efficiency. The tour gave Airmen the opportunity to deepen their understanding about the mission and capabilities of the C-17. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Expeditionary Airlift Squadron hosts C-17 Globemaster III tour for Airmen

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III pilot explains flight system and controls to Airmen during a tour of the C-17 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17 features advanced avionics and a glass cockpit design, providing the flight crew with modern instrumentation, electronic displays, and intuitive controls for enhanced situational awareness and mission execution. The tour gave Airmen the opportunity to deepen their understanding about the mission and capabilities of the C-17. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Expeditionary Airlift Squadron hosts C-17 Globemaster III tour for Airmen

A U.S. Air Force Airman holds a chain used to hold down cargo during a tour of a C-17 Globemaster III at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17, a versatile military transport aircraft, can carry a payload of up to 170,900 pounds and deliver as many as 18 cargo pallets. The tour gave Airmen the opportunity to deepen their understanding about the mission and capabilities of the C-17. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Expeditionary Airlift Squadron hosts C-17 Globemaster III tour for Airmen

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster gives Airmen a tour of a C-17 at an undisclosed location in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 29, 2024. The C-17 is a robust and versatile military transport aircraft known for its ability to carry oversized cargo, operate in austere environments, and facilitate rapid strategic airlift missions for the United States Air Force and allied nations. The tour gave Airmen the opportunity to deepen their understanding about the mission and capabilities of the C-17. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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The U.S. Agency for International Development utilizes U.S. Air Force airlift capabilities to transport humanitarian aid throughout the Middle East, Dec. 8, 2023. The U.S. government partners with the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and the UN International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) will distribute these supplies to meet staggering needs in Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Hernandez)
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231208-F-XT642-1278

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Eric Stevenson, a security forces raven, helps offload humanitarian aid en route to Gaza at an undisclosed airfield in the Middle East, Dec. 8, 2023. The U.S. government partners with the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Hernandez)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman August Russ, an 89th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, helps offload humanitarian aid en route to Gaza at an undisclosed airfield in the Middle East, Dec. 8, 2023. The humanitarian aid, destined for Gaza, provides vital medical supplies, clothing, and food to the Palestinian civilians affected by the ongoing crisis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Hernandez)
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231208-F-XT642-1256

The U.S. Agency for International Development utilizes U.S. Air Force airlift capabilities to transport humanitarian aid throughout the Middle East, Dec. 8, 2023. The U.S. government partners with the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and the UN International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) to distribute these supplies to meet the need in Gaza. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Hernandez)
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A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III carries nearly 58,000 pounds of humanitarian aid to provide vitally needed medical supplies, warm clothing, food and nutrition assistance to the people of Gaza from undisclosed locations throughout the Middle East, Dec. 8, 2023. In a coordinated effort between the U.S. Agency for International Development and U.S. Central Command, the U.S. Air Force began transporting life-saving supplies to help Palestinian civilians affected by the ongoing crisis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Hernandez)
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231208-F-XT642-1096

U.S. Air Force Maj. Ryan Armstrong, a C-17 Globemaster III pilot, helps load humanitarian aid onto a C-17 Globemaster III at an undisclosed airfield in the Middle East, Dec. 8, 2023. The humanitarian aid, destined for Gaza, will provide vital medical supplies, clothing, and food to the Palestinian civilians affected by the ongoing crisis in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Hernandez)
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816th EAS hauls M-1/A2 Abrams Tank

An M-1/A2 Abrams main battle tank rolls out of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft operated by the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, Aug 27, 2022 at an undisclosed location. The 816th EAS hauls cargo and personnel across the Air Forces Central area of responsibility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS hauls M-1/A2 Abrams Tank

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jose Cardoza, an 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmaster, measures the length and angle of a chain securing an M-1/A2 Abrams main battle tank Aug 27, 2022 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. Loadmasters thoroughly scrutinize every chain to ensure the angles and placement provide proper restraint to keep the tank secured during flight. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS hauls M-1/A2 Abrams Tank

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Alix, an 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmaster, straps down a chain used to secure an M-1/A2 Abrams main battle Aug 27, 2022 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. Loadmasters ensure that cargo is properly balanced and secured before flight to ensure safe transportation. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS hauls M-1/A2 Abrams Tank

Airmen from the 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron alongside 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmasters secure an M-1/A2 Abrams main battle tank aboard a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft Aug 12, 2022 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. The M-1 Abrams tank requires 38 chains to be securely fastened during flight. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS hauls M-1/A2 Abrams Tank

An M-1/A2 Abrams main battle tank is loaded onto an 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III aircraft Aug 27, 2022 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. The tank was transported to an undisclosed location. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS “Moose” loadmasters keep cargo moving in AOR

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicole Snowden, an 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmaster, goes through a preflight checklist July 12, 2022 at Al Udeid Airbase, Qatar. Loadmasters are responsible for the on-load, securing and off-load of any cargo on board an aircraft, as well as any passengers who may be flying. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS “Moose” loadmasters keep cargo moving in AOR

Airmen from the 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron along with l816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmasters position cargo aboard a C-17 Globemaster aircraft July 12, 2022 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. The C-17, assigned to Al Udeid Airbase, Qatar, transported the cargo to other bases in the region. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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816th EAS “Moose” loadmasters keep cargo moving in AOR

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicole Snowden (left), an 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmaster, directs the loading of cargo on a C-17 Globemaster aircraft July 12, 2022 at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. The C-17, assigned to Al Udeid Airbase, Qatar, flies missions throughout the region transporting cargo and passengers. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael J. Kelly)
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