A-10 crew chief learns the ropes

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8/4/2011 - U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Eric Eckmann, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, waits for his turn to launch an A-10C Thunderbolt II at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 3, 2011. Crew chiefs are responsible for ensuring everything from the tip to tail of the aircraft is maintained to the most rigorous standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephanie Mancha) Hi-res



8/4/2011 - U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Eric Eckmann, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, marshals an A-10C Thunderbolt II to taxi at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 3, 2011. Eckmann has been at Moody a little more than a month and is working toward his 5-skill level. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephanie Mancha) Hi-res



8/4/2011 - U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kevin Donovan, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, removes chocks from the wheels of an A-10C Thunderbolt II prior to a flight at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., Aug. 3, 2011. Crew chiefs maintain and repair aircraft and aircraft equipment, inspect and perform various functional checks and ensure aircraft are in optimal condition after flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephanie Mancha) Hi-res

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