A U.S. Air Force loadmaster assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing performs preflight checks before takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 31, 2026. Vital to Air Force special operations, loadmasters are responsible for safely managing cargo, passengers, and combat systems during high stakes missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton) (This photo has been altered for security purposes)
| Date Taken: | 03.31.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.09.2026 00:08 |
| Photo ID: | 9604105 |
| VIRIN: | 260331-F-IK699-1094 |
| Resolution: | 4110x2767 |
| Size: | 3.09 MB |
| Location: | KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JP |
| Web Views: | 4 |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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