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[h=2]Paratroopers Take Artillery Training on Fort Bragg[/h]
Army Sgt. James Jackson, left, adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Army Sgt. Steven Adams, front, adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer as other soldiers load the weapon during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Adams, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Army Sgt. James Jackson, front, adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team
Army Sgt. James Jackson, front, prepares to fire an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Soldiers fire an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013.
Army Spc. Taral Franklin, left, tosses an empty canister ejected from an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Franklin, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Soldiers listen to instruction at a platoon fire direction center, which controls the firing, during a M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer night live-fire field training exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013
Soldiers in a platoon fire direction center provide targeting information to a battery of M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzers during a night live-fire field training exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013
Army Sgt. James Jackson adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a night live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Soldiers fire an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a night live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013
Army Sgt. James Jackson, left, adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Army Sgt. Steven Adams, front, adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer as other soldiers load the weapon during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Adams, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Army Sgt. James Jackson, front, adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team
Army Sgt. James Jackson, front, prepares to fire an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Soldiers fire an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013.
Army Spc. Taral Franklin, left, tosses an empty canister ejected from an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Franklin, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Soldiers listen to instruction at a platoon fire direction center, which controls the firing, during a M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer night live-fire field training exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013
Soldiers in a platoon fire direction center provide targeting information to a battery of M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzers during a night live-fire field training exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013
Army Sgt. James Jackson adjusts an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a night live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013. Jackson, an artilleryman, is assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division’s 3rd Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team.
Soldiers fire an M119A2 105mm lightweight howitzer during a night live-fire exercise on Fort Bragg, N.C., Jan. 16, 2013
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U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Sal Samoza, right, security force platoon sergeant for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, conducts pre-combat checks for PRT security force members prior to departing FOB Farah for a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Oscar Vasquez, right, broadcaster assigned to Armed Forces Network Afghanistan, and members of Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah await the arrival of a helicopter on FOB Farah before traveling to Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Army Pfc. Lorne Coleman, security force team member for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, conducts a satellite communication check prior to departing FOB Farah for a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
An employee of the Farah directorate of agriculture, irrigation and livestrock (DAIL) lines up with members of Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah prior to boarding a helicopter on for travel to a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah members and employees of the Farah directorate of agriculture, irrigation and livestock (DAIL) board a CH-47 Chinook helicopter at FOB Farah for travel to a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
Soldiers and sailors assigned to Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah and employees of the Farah directorate of agriculture, irrigation and livestock (DAIL) sit onboard a CH-47 Chinook helicopter prior to take off for a meeting in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Army Spc. Matt Cullen, left, security force team member for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, adjusts his gear while seated onboard a CH-47 Chinook helicopter prior to taking off for a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Oscar Vasquez, a broadcaster assigned to Armed Forces Network Afghanistan, captures b-roll after landing in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U. S. Army Spcs. Eric Saum and Cristian Loera and Pfc. Joshua Reitz, left to right, security force team members for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, patrol to the site of a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Army Pfc. Jacob Bobbe, security force team member for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, maintains security while PRT members and employees of the Farah directorate of agriculture, irrigationa and livestock prepare for a dismounted patrol to a meeting site in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Army Spc. Michael Jones, left, security force team member for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, patrols along side fellow security force team members to the site of a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
Sailors and soldiers assigned to Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah and employees of the Farah directorate of agriculture, irrigation and livestock (DAIL) walk to the site of a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Sal Somoza, center, security force platoon seargeant for Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, stops to talk to local children while patroling to the site of a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Daniel Baudin, nearest camera, assigned to Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, takes a break with fellow team members while patroling to the site of a key leader engagement in Lash-e Juwayn, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Oscar Vasquez, a broadcaster assigned to Armed Forces Network Afghanistan, captures footage while patroling to the site of a key leader engagement with sailors and soldiers assigned to Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) Farah, Jan. 24. PRT Farah met with key leaders in Lash-e Juwayn to discuss an ongoing irrigation project. PRT Farah's mission is to train, advise and assist Afghan government leaders at the municipal, district and provincial levels in Farah province, Afghanistan. Their civil military team is comprised of members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, the U.S. Department of State and the Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Navy photo by HMC Josh Ives/released)
Soldier provide security for key leader engagement with AUP
Soldiers with Blackfoot Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., provide security for a key leader engagement with the Afghan Border Police near Spin Boldak, Afghanistan, Jan. 24. The KLE allowed International Security Assistance Force leaders to discuss training schedules with ABP leaders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Shane Hamann, 102nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment.)
Soldiers with Blackfoot Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., and Security Force Assistance Team 8, comprised of members of the Texas Army National Guard, leave a key leader engagement with leaders of the Afghan Border Police near Spin Boldak, Afghanistan, Jan. 24. The KLE was focused on assessing the training needs of the ABP. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Shane Hamann, 102nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment.)
Task Force Condor pilots protect from above
An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter from Troop C, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), idles on the flight line on Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, Jan. 24, 2013. Pilots for these aircraft must constantly study in order to stay relevant and knowledgeable with ever-evolving technology. This kind of knowledge and competency pay off during aerial support missions throughout the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anna Rutherford, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
U.S. Army Warrant Officer 4 Les McNellie and Maj. Joseph Minor skim an Afghan ridgeline from an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter in Parwan province, Afghanistan, Jan. 24, 2013. McNellie, a native of Tampa, Fla., is the brigade master gunner for 101st Combat Aviation Brigade and Minor is an experimental test pilot. The Apaches of Troop C, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), are crucial battlefield enablers for ground forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anna Rutherford, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, piloted by U.S. Army Maj. Joseph Minor and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Les McNellie, shoots a steady stream of 30 millimeter rounds at a test fire area in Parwan province, Afghanistan, Jan. 24, 2013. McNellie, a native of Tampa, Fla., is a brigade master gunner and experienced combat veteran with Troop C, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). Accomplished pilots such as McNellie and Minor are vital assets to the aviation community and the troops on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anna Rutherford, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
Soldiers with Blackfoot Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., provide security for a key leader engagement with the Afghan Border Police near Spin Boldak, Afghanistan, Jan. 24. The KLE allowed International Security Assistance Force leaders to discuss training schedules with ABP leaders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Shane Hamann, 102nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment.)
Soldiers with Blackfoot Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., and Security Force Assistance Team 8, comprised of members of the Texas Army National Guard, leave a key leader engagement with leaders of the Afghan Border Police near Spin Boldak, Afghanistan, Jan. 24. The KLE was focused on assessing the training needs of the ABP. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Shane Hamann, 102nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment.)
Task Force Condor pilots protect from above
An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter from Troop C, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), idles on the flight line on Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, Jan. 24, 2013. Pilots for these aircraft must constantly study in order to stay relevant and knowledgeable with ever-evolving technology. This kind of knowledge and competency pay off during aerial support missions throughout the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anna Rutherford, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
U.S. Army Warrant Officer 4 Les McNellie and Maj. Joseph Minor skim an Afghan ridgeline from an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter in Parwan province, Afghanistan, Jan. 24, 2013. McNellie, a native of Tampa, Fla., is the brigade master gunner for 101st Combat Aviation Brigade and Minor is an experimental test pilot. The Apaches of Troop C, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), are crucial battlefield enablers for ground forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anna Rutherford, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
An AH-64 Apache attack helicopter, piloted by U.S. Army Maj. Joseph Minor and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Les McNellie, shoots a steady stream of 30 millimeter rounds at a test fire area in Parwan province, Afghanistan, Jan. 24, 2013. McNellie, a native of Tampa, Fla., is a brigade master gunner and experienced combat veteran with Troop C, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). Accomplished pilots such as McNellie and Minor are vital assets to the aviation community and the troops on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anna Rutherford, 115th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)
Members of the 22nd Airlift Squadron from Travis Air Force Base and members of the new 303rd Emergency Rescue Squadron here, finalize a successful mission after unloading three HH60 helicopters from a C5 Galaxy. The squadron is replacing the Heavy Marine Helicopter 464th Detachment A, who has been handling the mission here for the past ten years. The arrival of the 303rd will better equip Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa for personnel recovery due to the helicopters’ capabilities. This is one more tool that CJTF-HOA uses to be the preferred security partner of choice in an increasingly secure, stable, and developing East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Young)
Members of the 22nd Airlift Squadron from Travis Air Force Base and members of the new 303rd Emergency Rescue Squadron here, unload one of three HH60 helicopters from a C5 Galaxy. The squadron is replacing the Heavy Marine Helicopter 464th Detachment A, who has been handling the mission here for the past ten years. The arrival of the 303rd will better equip Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa for personnel recovery due to the helicopters’ capabilities. This is one more tool that CJTF-HOA uses to be the preferred security partner of choice in an increasingly secure, stable, and developing East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Young)
Members of the 22nd Airlift Squadron from Travis Air Force Base and members of the new 303rd Emergency Rescue Squadron here, unload one of three HH60 helicopters from a C5 Galaxy. The squadron is replacing the Heavy Marine Helicopter 464th Detachment A, who has been handling the mission here for the past ten years. The arrival of the 303rd will better equip Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa for personnel recovery due to the helicopters’ capabilities. This is one more tool that CJTF-HOA uses to be the preferred security partner of choice in an increasingly secure, stable, and developing East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Young)
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justin Thomas, a loadmaster with the 22nd Airlift Squadron from Travis Air Force Base, works with his crew and members of the new 303rd Emergency Rescue Squadron here to unload a HH60 helicopter from a C5 Galaxy. The squadron is replacing the Heavy Marine Helicopter 464th Detachment A, who has been handling the mission here for the past ten years. The arrival of the 303rd will better equip Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa for personnel recovery due to the helicopters’ capabilities. This is one more tool that CJTF-HOA uses to be the preferred security partner of choice in an increasingly secure, stable, and developing East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Young)
[h=2]South Korea And U.S. Marine Hold Winter Exercise[/h]
U.S. Marines from 1st battalion 3rd marine deployed from Hawaii, and South Korean Marines participate in the U.S. and South Korean Marines joint winter exercise on February 7, 2013 in Pyeongchang-gun, South Korea. The South Korean troops train in temperatures below minus 20 degrees celsius to defend the country against any possible attacks from North Korea.
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters stand in the snow awaiting transport at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 3, 2013. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment pull an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter into position to be loaded on an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 7, 2013. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment prepare to load an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter onto an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 7, 2013. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Destiny observe while an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter is towed up the cargo ramp of an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane at Bagram Aifield, Afghanistan, Feb. 7, 2013. Soldiers maintain safety while conducting cargo operations. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Destiny maintain the balance of an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter while pushing it into position in the cargo bay of an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 7, 2013. Soldiers work as a team to prevent injuries or damage the helicopters or cargo aircraft. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Destiny maneuver an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter into the space between two other Kiowas already loaded onto an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane at Bagram Airield, Afghanistan, Feb. 7, 2013. Loading cargo onto an aircraft is a team effort ensuring the safety of the Soldiers loading the cargo. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment ensure safe conduct while loading an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter onto an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 8, 2013. Safety is paramount when moving heavy object in tight spaces to avoid injuries. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment load an OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter into the cargo bay of an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane tail first to fit in between aircraft already loaded onboard at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 8, 2013. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Soldiers from 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, Task Force Destiny, pose in the mouth of an Antonov AN-124 cargo plane after loading OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, Feb. 8, 2013. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Duncan Brennan, 101st CAB public affairs)