Wednesday, April 21, 2010

52nd Fighter Wing Load Crew Competition

Released by 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs:



4/21/2010 - Staff Sgt. Rafael Gabriel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew team chief, performs final steps from a checklist after loading munitions onto an A-10C Thunderbolt II during the 52nd Fighter Wing Load Crew of the Quarter competition April 16, 2010. The competition pitted three of the wing's best load crews against each other to crown the best for the first quarter of 2010. The competition consisted of a dress and appearance evaluation and composite tool-box inspection. The teams were challenged to have the fastest times while completing a munitions load with no safety write-ups. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nick Wilson)



4/21/2010 - Staff Sgt. Rafael Gabriel, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load team chief, ensures an A-10C Thunderbolt II's gun panel is closed during aircraft preparation at the 52nd Fighter Wing Load Crew of the Quarter competition April 16, 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nick Wilson)



4/21/2010 - Airman 1st Class Zachary Rubinstein, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew team member, ensures the MHU-83 jammer boom is in the correct position during the 52nd Fighter Wing Load Crew of the Quarter competition April 16, 2010. The MHU-83 jammer was chosen for the competition because of its challenging maneuverability as compared to other jammers. Airman Rubinstein bested two other Airmen and was crowned 52nd FW Jammer Driver of the Quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nick Wilson) Hi-res

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