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210802-F-CR035-1179

Four C-17 Globemaster IIIs taxi down a runway prior to participating in a nine-ship formation flight during Exercise Defender Pacific 21 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 2, 2021. Defender Pacific 21 is a U.S. Army Pacific exercise that operationalizes the National Defense Strategy by practicing the strategic deployment, command and control, and employment of combat-credible forces into the region, and supports Indo-Pacific Command's Joint warfighting concepts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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210802-F-CR035-1041

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kathleen Cook, a loadmaster with the 7th Airlift Squadron, sets up anchor cables prior to a static-line jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Garuda Shield 21 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 2, 2021. Garuda Shield 21 is a joint-exercise with the Tentara Nasional Indonesia (Indonesian Armed Forces) intent on increasing airborne interoperability by conducting Airborne Operations into Indonesia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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210802-F-CR035-1016

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Austin Hix, a loadmaster with the 7th Airlift Squadron, sets up anchor cables prior to a static-line jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Garuda Shield 21 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 2, 2021. Garuda Shield 21 is a joint-exercise with the Tentara Nasional Indonesia (Indonesian Armed Forces) intent on increasing airborne interoperability by conducting Airborne Operations into Indonesia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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210804-F-CR035-1218

U.S. Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne Division prepare to execute a static-line jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III over Indonesia during Exercise Garuda Shield 21, Aug. 4, 2021. Garuda Shield 21 is a U.S. Army Pacific-sponsored exercise, which involved approximately 1,000 U.S. and 850 Indonesian Army Soldiers, that enhanced combined interoperability capabilities through training and cultural exchange. This exercise continued to solidify the U.S.-Indonesia Major Defense Partnership and advanced cooperation in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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210804-F-CR035-1192

U.S. Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne Division execute a static-line jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III over Indonesia during Exercise Garuda Shield 21, Aug. 4, 2021. Garuda Shield 21 is a U.S. Army Pacific-sponsored exercise, which involved approximately 1,000 U.S. and 850 Indonesian Army Soldiers, that enhanced combined interoperability capabilities through training and cultural exchange. This exercise continued to solidify the U.S.-Indonesia Major Defense Partnership and advanced cooperation in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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210804-F-CR035-1175

U.S. Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne Division execute a static-line jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III over Indonesia during Exercise Garuda Shield 21, Aug. 4, 2021. Garuda Shield 21 is a U.S. Army Pacific-sponsored exercise, which involved approximately 1,000 U.S. and 850 Indonesian Army Soldiers, that enhanced combined interoperability capabilities through training and cultural exchange. This exercise continued to solidify the U.S.-Indonesia Major Defense Partnership and advanced cooperation in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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210804-F-CR035-1162

U.S. Soldiers with the 82nd Airborne Division prepare to execute a static-line jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III over Indonesia during Exercise Garuda Shield 21, Aug. 4, 2021. Garuda Shield 21 is a U.S. Army Pacific-sponsored exercise, which involved approximately 1,000 U.S. and 850 Indonesian Army Soldiers, that enhanced combined interoperability capabilities through training and cultural exchange. This exercise continued to solidify the U.S.-Indonesia Major Defense Partnership and advanced cooperation in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rachel Williams)

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Employer Orientation Day

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - Civilian employers pose for a group photo before boarding a C-17 Globemaster III during Employer Orientation Day at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, Aug 6, 2021. Employer Orientation Day is an opportunity for Reserve Citizen Airmen to invite their civilian employers to visit the 446th Airlift Wing to observe and understand what Reservists do in support of national defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ann Butler)

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Employer Orientation Day

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - Col. Charles Metzgar, vice commander of the 446th Airlift Wing, welcomes civilian employers to the wing during Employer Orientation Day at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, Aug 6, 2021. Metzgar explains to employers how vital their support is for the wing during his mission briefing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ann Butler)

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Employer Orientation Day

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - Loadmasters perform pre-flight checks before taking off with civilian employers during Employer Orientation Day at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, Aug 6, 2021. The purpose of the event is for civilian employers to observe what Reserve Citizen Airmen do to support national defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ann Butler)

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AFRC Command Chief talks to new recruits

Chief Master Sgt. Timothy White, command chief of Air Force Reserve Command, speaks with new recruits assigned to the 446th Airlift Wing Development and Training Flight July 11, 2021, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The D&TF is a delayed entry program for new members of the Air Force Reserve to learn, develop and cultivate the basic skills necessary to becoming an Airman before attending Basic Military Training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Paolo Felicitas)

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446th Airlift Wing Diamond Council

Chief Master Sgt. Timothy White, command chief of the Air Force Reserve Command, center, and Chief Master Sgt. Travon Dennis, AFRC Command First Sergeant, center left, pose with 446th Airlift Wing's Diamond Council July 11, 2021, on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. First sergeants, known for the diamond in their rank, make up the Diamond Council and advise unit commanders on readiness, health, morale, welfare and quality of life issues within an organization. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Paolo Felicitas)

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Basic Post-flight Operation Inspection

Staff Sgt. Shelby Pick, 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, poses on top of C17 wing at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 11, 2021. C-17 Globemaster III aircraft supports the Air Mobility Command in global operations daily. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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Basic Post-flight Operation Inspection

Staff Sgt. Shelby Pick, 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, prepares for departure to the flightline at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 11, 2021. Crew chiefs perform servicing procedures and inspections to ensure aircraft safety. (U.S Air Force photo by Nije Hightower)

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Basic Post-flight Operation Inspection

Staff Sgt. Shelby Pick, 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, fastens harness in preparation for Basic Post-flight Operation (BPO) inspection at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 11, 2021. Basic Post-flight Operation is a thorough inspection of the aircraft after flight to ensure it’s suitable for another sortie. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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Basic Post-flight Operation Inspection

Staff Sgt. Shelby Pick, 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, inspects a C-17 Globemaster at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 11, 2021. Inspecting the top of the C-17 is a critical step in the Basic Post-flight Operation inspection checklist to identify anything broken or missing in need of repair. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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Basic Post-flight Operation Inspection

Staff Sgt. Shelby Pick, right, 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, and Senior Airman Steven Wood, 446th AMXS crew chief, pack up safety equipment at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 11, 2021. Pick successfully completed the Basic Post-flight Operations inspection of C17 Globemaster III aircraft. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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Chief Master Sgt. Saudi McVea Retirement Ceremony

CMSgt Saudi McVea, right, 446th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron chief enlisted manager, receives the Certificate of Retirement from Col. Cheryl Knight, 446th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron commander, during McVea’s retirement ceremony in hangar 9 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 10,2021. McVea honorably served for 42 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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Chief Master Sgt. Saudi McVea Retirement Ceremony

Ellis McVea, center, husband of CMSgt Saudi McVea, right, 446th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron Chief Enlisted Manager, receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Col. Cheryl Knight, 446th AES commander, left, during McVea’s retirement ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 10,2021. The Certification of Appreciation is intended to honor individuals who support a service member throughout their military career. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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Chief Master Sgt. Saudi McVea Retirement Ceremony

CMSgt Saudi McVea, right, 446th AES Chief Enlisted Manager, receives the Meritorious Service Medal from Col. Cheryl Knight, 446th AES commander, during McVea’s retirement ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 10,2021. The Meritorious Service Medal is presented to members who distinguish themselves by outstanding achievement or meritorious service to the United States. (U.S Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nije Hightower)

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