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Balancing act: loadmasters prepare cargo

Senior Airman Jessica Jones, 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmaster, directs a forklift to lower cargo onto the ramp of a C-130J Super Hercules at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 29, 2016. Aircraft loadmasters are responsible for properly loading, securing and escorting cargo and passengers, and ensuring the plane is properly balanced with the weight of the cargo evenly distributed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron packs in his parachute after a jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron jumps from a C-130J Super Hercules during mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. This mission rehearsal is key to ensure pararescuemen are ready for real world missions throughout Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron readies a smoke canister to mark placement for the team preparing to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. This mission rehearsal is key to ensure pararescuemen are ready for real world missions throughout Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron lay down panels as other team members ready themselves to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A C-130J Super Hercules, from the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, hauls pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they prepare to jump for a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The C-130J Super Hercules can be used for a variety of missions, including being used as a jump platform. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron lay down panels as other team members ready themselves to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron glides to the ground after a jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron hauls in his parachute after a jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron hauls in his parachute after a jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron hauls his parachute after jumping from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. This mission rehearsal is key to ensure pararescuemen are ready for real world missions throughout Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron tests the wind as team members prepare to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Testing the wind allows the pararescuemen to be better prepared when they jump from aircraft towards a specific drop zone. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron lay down panels as other team members ready themselves to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron test the wind as team members prepare to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Pararescue specialists rescue and recover downed aircrew from hostile or otherwise unreachable areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A C-130J Super Hercules hauls pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they prepare to jump for mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The C-130J Super Hercules was used as a jump platform for pararescuemen from the 83rd RQS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron jumps from a C-130J during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Pararescuemen from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron jump from a C-130J during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

A pararescueman from the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron jumps from a C-130J Super Hercules during a mission rehersal at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. Members of the 83rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron are aided by the 774th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron as they conduct a mission rehersal to stay up to date on their training and tactics in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel and NATO's Resolute Support Mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Staff Sgt. Joshua Bredwell, 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron load master, conducts pre-flight checks on the C-130J Super Hercules at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The C130J Super Hercules made its first flight in 1954 and has the longest run for aircraft production of any military aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)
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Always ready: "These things we do, that others may live"

Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Letz, 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron loadmaster, walks towards the back of a C-130J Super Hercules during pre-flight checks at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, April 28, 2016. The C-130J Super Hercules is used for troop and cargo transport throughout Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman)
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