Airlift through USCENTCOM
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Yamir Burch, 40th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, secures cargo in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, July 10, 2025. A loadmaster's duties include mathematically preplanning the correct placement of the load on the airplane, providing passenger comfort and safety, securing cargo and taking part in airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Jones)