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96th Aerial Port Squadron Airmen load a C-130J Hercules before a training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. 96th APS Airmen train regularly for deployment operations where they play a critical role in supplying the fight. This exercise tested their ability to manage the loading and offloading of multiple aircraft in dynamic combat conditions. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

96th Aerial Port Squadron Airmen load a C-130J Hercules before a training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. 96th APS Airmen train regularly for deployment operations where they play a critical role in supplying the fight. This exercise tested their ability to manage the loading and offloading of multiple aircraft in dynamic combat conditions. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

327th Airlift Squadron loadmasters assist in loading a C-130J Hercules before a low altitude training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. This training exercise provides aircrew the opportunity to experience multiple types of airdrops and drop zones while instilling tactical techniques and procedures for mobility operations. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)

LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. -- 96th Aerial Port Squadron Airmen load a C-130J Hercules before a training flight on October 5, 2019 at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. 96th APS Airmen train regularly for deployment operations where they play a critical role in supplying the fight. This exercise tested their ability to manage the loading and offloading of multiple aircraft in dynamic combat conditions. The robust and detailed training scenario allowed aircrew and air transportation specialists to operate in austere conditions, simulating enemies with an array of capabilities. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo by Senior Airman Chase Cannon)