(e.g. yourname@email.com)

Forgot Password?

    Digital Visual Information Distribution System Logo

    Joint service members load cargo for Nepal lifesaving operations [Image 1 of 13]

    Issued by: on
    VIRIN:
    Date Created:
    City:
    State:
    Country:
    Military personnel are loading or unloading a Caterpillar skid-steer loader (marked USN 45-05717) onto or off a large military transport aircraft via a rear cargo ramp. The operation is taking place on an airfield tarmac, with a control tower visible in the background. Personnel in MultiCam/OCP uniforms are guiding the equipment during the operation.

    KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    08.31.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman Cayla Hunt 

    Pacific Air Forces

    U.S. service members guide a skid-steer loader onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 1, 2026. The rapid deployment of the 374th Airlift Wing's C-130J Super Hercules highlights U.S. Pacific Command's forward posture and capability to deliver rapid, precise lifesaving aid across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cayla Hunt)

    IMAGE INFO

    Date Taken: 08.31.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 01:11
    Photo ID: 9908043
    VIRIN: 260901-F-BT644-3890
    Resolution: 5489x3652
    Size: 4.2 MB
    Location: KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 4
    Downloads: 0

    PUBLIC DOMAIN  

    This work, Joint service members load cargo for Nepal lifesaving operations [Image 13 of 13], by SrA Cayla Hunt, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright.

    GALLERY

    Military personnel are loading or unloading a Caterpillar skid-steer loader (marked USN 45-05717) onto or off a large military transport aircraft via a rear cargo ramp. The operation is taking place on an airfield tarmac, with a control tower visible in the background. Personnel in MultiCam/OCP uniforms are guiding the equipment during the operation.
    Three military personnel in U.S. Navy NWU Type III (woodland camouflage) uniforms are gathered on what appears to be a tarmac or airfield surface. One sailor is operating a military olive-drab skid steer loader (compact track loader) with a front bucket attachment, while two others stand nearby conversing. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation with an overcast sky in the background.
    Two military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are working inside the cargo hold of a military aircraft, securing cargo with heavy chains and a chain binder/load binder tool. They are kneeling on the aircraft's cargo floor, which features standard tie-down rails, while working with a large pile of heavy-duty chains. The scene depicts standard cargo securing operations typical of military airlift missions.
    Four military personnel in U.S. Army/Air Force OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are working inside the cargo hold of a military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar airlifter. They appear to be securing or configuring cargo tie-down fittings and floor tracks. The scene depicts a loading or pre-mission preparation operation.
    A US Air Force military cargo truck is operating on what appears to be an airfield tarmac, transporting palletized cargo secured with netting. The olive-drab vehicle is marked 'US AIR FORCE' and identifier '04E00025', and is towing an additional flatbed trailer. The setting appears to be an active military air base under overcast skies.
    A U.S. Air Force service member stands in front of a large military aircraft, wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a U.S. flag patch and a unit patch on the left sleeve. The individual is equipped with hearing protection earmuffs, tactical gloves, and a high-visibility orange safety belt, indicating active flight line or aircraft ground operations duties. The portrait-style photograph is taken from a low angle, giving the subject a commanding presence.
    A US Air Force military flatbed truck is transporting a palletized cargo load across an airfield tarmac. The cargo is secured with netting on what appears to be a standard military air cargo pallet. The setting appears to be a military airfield, likely in a tropical or coastal region based on the vegetation and sky conditions.
    A young male technician or military personnel wearing an olive/tan t-shirt and glasses is working overhead, reaching up with both arms toward a metallic component. The image is taken from a low angle looking upward, showing the interior of what appears to be a military aircraft or vehicle. Red equipment cases and olive-green canvas or paneling are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft (tail code YJ, 5 AF, serial 833) is being serviced on a flight line ramp under overcast skies. Ground crews are simultaneously loading cargo pallets via the rear ramp and refueling the aircraft using a military fuel tanker truck. The scene depicts a typical forward operating base or expeditionary airfield logistics operation.
    Military personnel are loading or unloading a large palletized cargo shipment from what appears to be a military transport aircraft. The cargo is secured with multiple tan/olive-colored cargo straps and wrapped in clear plastic sheeting over cardboard boxes. At least two service members in camouflage uniforms are visible managing the operation.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a loading or unloading operation at the rear of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, on a wet tarmac under overcast skies. A military flatbed vehicle or loader is positioned directly at the aircraft's open rear ramp, with multiple service members working on and around it. The setting appears to be an active military airfield with lighting towers visible in the background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are loading or unloading cargo secured with netting and straps onto or from a large military aircraft. The scene appears to take place on a flight line or tarmac, with multiple service members actively handling the netted cargo pallet. The low-angle perspective emphasizes the scale of the aircraft and the physical effort involved in the operation.
    A military operator wearing communication headphones and an olive drab shirt is seated inside the cab of a U.S. Army vehicle, looking upward attentively. The vehicle bears a visible U.S. Army identification marking '04E00025' on its exterior. Additional personnel in military attire are visible in the background.

    MORE LIKE THIS

    CONTROLLED VOCABULARY KEYWORDS

    No keywords found.

    TAGS

    Pacific Air Forces
    374th Airlift Wing
    36 AS
    Partnership
    Kadena Air Base

    OPTIONS

  •   Register/Login to Download
  •   Validate Your Account to Download
  •   Connect My Placements
  •   Download Photo
  •   Download Gallery
  •   Add to My Albums
  •   Create TinyURL
  •   Connect to Placements
  •   Add to Playlist
  •   Distribute Photo
  •   Schedule Social Post
  •   Edit Photo
  •   Add Gallery to Playlist
  •   Distribute Gallery