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    Gryphon Soldiers receive airlift equipment preparation training during field training exercise [Image 9 of 16]

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    A military service member in US Air Force ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) camouflage is securing cargo chains and tie-down equipment on what appears to be a military aircraft cargo floor. The individual is using chain binders and tensioning hardware to fasten load-securing chains to the aircraft's cargo deck tie-down rails. The scene depicts standard military cargo loading and securing procedures.

    JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

    05.07.2018

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher McCullough 

    201st Expeditionary Military Intelligence Brigade

    An Air Force loadmaster from the 62nd Airlift Wing at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., secures an M1151 Humvee (HMMWV) aboard a C-17 Globemaster III before the aircraft departs for an airfield in central Washington State May 7, 2018. The movement is part of a field training exercise being conducted by the 201st Expeditionary Military Intelligence Brigade and is designed to provide more realistic load training for the Air Force and more airlift equipment preparation training for the Army. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Chris McCullough)

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    Date Taken: 05.07.2018
    Date Posted: 05.07.2018 22:16
    Photo ID: 4367017
    VIRIN: 180507-A-ET795-032
    Resolution: 4928x3264
    Size: 2.54 MB
    Location: JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WASHINGTON, US
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    Several U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are exiting a brick building carrying large military rucksacks and duffel bags. They appear to be loading onto a white civilian-style bus parked directly outside the building entrance. The scene suggests a unit deployment, mobilization, or transport movement.
    Military personnel in combat uniforms are boarding a large gray military transport aircraft marked with tail number 0216, assigned to the 62nd Airlift Wing (AW) and 446th AW. The soldiers are carrying large rucksacks and duffel bags as they ascend the boarding stairs. An Air Mobility Command insignia is visible on the fuselage, identifying this as a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III.
    The image is taken from beneath a large military transport aircraft, looking through its two underwing jet engines toward a flight line of multiple similar aircraft parked in sequence. The perspective creates a dramatic framing effect using the engine nacelles as foreground elements. The setting appears to be a military air base with hangars, light towers, and ground support infrastructure visible in the background.
    The image shows the terminal building at McChord Field, a U.S. Air Force base located in Washington State. A large aircraft tail fin is visible in the foreground, partially obscuring the view of the terminal. The building displays a 'Welcome to McChord Field' sign both as static lettering on the facade and as an LED marquee sign.
    A military loadmaster in green flight suit is marshaling a tan/desert-colored HMMWV (Humvee) toward the open rear cargo ramp of a large military transport aircraft, identified as a C-17 Globemaster III based on the tail markings showing 'AMC' and 'McChord' with serial number 00216. The operation is taking place on a tarmac under partly cloudy skies. This appears to be a vehicle loading operation at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in Washington State.
    A military loadmaster in olive green flight suit is directing a tan/desert-colored HMMWV (Humvee) as it is loaded onto a large military cargo aircraft via the rear ramp. The aircraft appears to be a C-17 Globemaster III or similar large strategic airlifter, identifiable by its high-wing configuration, rear loading ramp, and overhead cargo lighting. The operation is taking place on a paved airfield tarmac under clear daylight conditions.
    The interior of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III, shows HMMWV (Humvee) military vehicles being loaded onto the cargo deck. At least two tan/desert-colored Humvees are visible being guided into position by loadmaster personnel. The aircraft's distinctive curved fuselage interior, cargo tie-down rails, and roller-equipped floor are clearly visible.
    A desert-tan HMMWV (Humvee) military vehicle is being loaded or secured inside the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III. Several military personnel in uniform are visible guiding and securing the vehicle within the aircraft's cavernous interior. The vehicle bears unit markings and tie-down chains are visible securing it to the cargo floor.
    A military service member in US Air Force ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) camouflage is securing cargo chains and tie-down equipment on what appears to be a military aircraft cargo floor. The individual is using chain binders and tensioning hardware to fasten load-securing chains to the aircraft's cargo deck tie-down rails. The scene depicts standard military cargo loading and securing procedures.
    A military HMMWV (Humvee) is being secured inside the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III. An airman in ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) is kneeling on the cargo floor, working to attach tie-down chains to the vehicle. The Humvee bears unit markings '201/HHC' and 'HHC5', with named assignments '1LT ROJEK' and 'PFC SMITH' visible on the windshield.
    A military C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft with tail number 00216, assigned to McChord Air Force Base, has its nose visor raised and cargo ramp deployed. A tan/desert-colored HMMWV (Humvee) military vehicle is being loaded or offloaded from the aircraft's front cargo bay. A ground crew member in a flight suit is directing the vehicle using hand signals.
    A military HMMWV (Humvee) is being loaded or unloaded from a large U.S. Air Force cargo aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III, via a rear loading ramp. A ground crew member in olive flight suit is directing the vehicle with hand signals. The scene takes place on a military airfield tarmac under partly cloudy skies.
    A military HMMWV (Humvee) is being loaded or unloaded from a large military cargo aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III, via its rear loading ramp. A crew member in olive green flight suit is standing to the right of the ramp, appearing to guide the vehicle. The scene takes place on a military airfield tarmac with other aircraft visible in the background.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform is securing a tan/desert-colored HMMWV (Humvee) inside what appears to be a military cargo aircraft using heavy chains. The vehicle bears the unit marking '201/HHC' and identifier 'D0146', with 'TIE DOWN' labels visible on the front bumper. The loadmaster or crew member is crouched near the front axle, attaching or tightening chain tie-downs to floor anchor points on the aircraft's cargo deck.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are boarding a large military transport aircraft via its rear cargo ramp. Soldiers are carrying heavy tactical backpacks and full combat gear as they walk up the ramp in a line. The setting appears to be a military airfield during daylight hours.
    A large U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft is parked on a tarmac, photographed from a low rear-angle perspective. The aircraft bears tail markings identifying it as belonging to AMC (Air Mobility Command) and McChord Air Force Base, with serial number 00216. Multiple other military aircraft are visible in the background on what appears to be a flight line or airshow setting.

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