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    Nellis Weapons Load Crew of the Year Competition [Image 7 of 8]

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    A military aircraft maintainer or weapons technician is inspecting or installing a missile or guided munition on the underside of an aircraft on a flight line. The individual is wearing hearing protection, a face mask, and an olive drab flight suit, and is closely examining the seeker head of the weapon. The setting appears to be a desert airfield based on the arid terrain visible in the background.

    NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, NEVADA, UNITED STATES

    01.14.2021

    Photo by William Lewis  

    Nellis Air Force Base

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brandon Dickson, weapons technician from Thunder Aircraft Maintenance Unit, 57th Maintenance Squadron, prepares to load a munition on an A-10 Thunderbolt II, during the Load Crew of the Year competition at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 14, 202. These competitions challenge load crews to load munitions safely and swiftly with minimal discrepancies. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

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    Date Taken: 01.14.2021
    Date Posted: 03.05.2021 12:20
    Photo ID: 6543715
    VIRIN: 210114-F-UT528-1026
    Resolution: 4721x2808
    Size: 5.91 MB
    Location: NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, NEVADA, US
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    Downloads: 7

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    Military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are gathered on a flight line apron at what appears to be Nellis Air Force Base, indicated by the 'WA' tail codes visible on the aircraft. Multiple fighter jets, including an F-15 and F-16s with distinctive aggressor-style camouflage paint schemes, are displayed on the tarmac. The scene appears to be a formal static display or ceremony event with large groups of airmen assembled in formation.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms and face masks are working on a munitions cart on an airfield tarmac. The cart, labeled 'GZ411' and marked with an 'EXPLOSIVES 1.1' hazard placard, carries what appear to be air-delivered munitions or missiles. Mountains and a military aircraft taking off are visible in the background, suggesting a desert air base environment.
    A military technician wearing multicam/OCP camouflage tactical gloves is handling what appears to be an electrical or data connector on an aircraft component. The close-up shot focuses on the hands connecting or disconnecting a multi-pin circular connector, likely part of an avionics or weapons system interface. An aircraft, possibly a fighter jet, is visible in the blurred background under a clear blue sky.
    A military service member in olive/tan fleece uniform and glasses is working with munitions on what appears to be a flight line or airfield. The individual is handling what appears to be an air-to-air or air-to-ground missile secured on a munitions cart or trolley. The setting appears to be an outdoor military airfield during daylight hours with flat terrain visible in the background.
    Military personnel are operating an MJ-1C munitions lift truck (designated J750) on an airfield tarmac. Two individuals in camouflage uniforms are handling what appears to be an air-to-air missile or similar munition on the loader. The scene appears to be a weapons loading or maintenance operation conducted during early morning or late afternoon light.
    A U.S. Air Force airman wearing an OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with yellow reflective safety straps is performing maintenance or inspection work on an aircraft component, likely underneath a military jet. The airman, whose name tape reads 'TWINE,' is closely examining and handling what appears to be a missile or ordnance mounted under the aircraft's wing or fuselage. The image is taken on a flight line or airfield ramp in what appears to be a cold or overcast environment.
    A military aircraft maintainer or weapons technician is inspecting or installing a missile or guided munition on the underside of an aircraft on a flight line. The individual is wearing hearing protection, a face mask, and an olive drab flight suit, and is closely examining the seeker head of the weapon. The setting appears to be a desert airfield based on the arid terrain visible in the background.
    A military aircraft maintainer or ground crew member is inspecting or working on an aircraft component on a flight line. The individual is wearing standard ground crew safety equipment including hearing protection and a face mask, along with a high-visibility vest over a fleece jacket. They appear to be gesturing or signaling, possibly communicating with another crew member during a maintenance or pre-flight check.

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