Flying Tigers depart for RT 24-1
A U.S Air Force loadmaster assigned to the 71st Rescue Squadron prepares to load personnel and cargo onto an HC-130J Combat King II during Exercise Ready Tiger 24-1 at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, April 8, 2024. Loadmasters are responsible for supervising the loading and unloading of cargo, vehicles and people on a variety of aircraft. During Ready Tiger 24-1, exercise inspectors will assess the 23rd Wing's proficiency in employing decentralized command and control to fulfill air tasking orders across geographically dispersed areas amid communication challenges, integrating Agile Combat Employment principles such as integrated combat turns, forward aerial refueling points, multi-capable Airmen, and combat search and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Benjamin Williams)