1st Quarter Weapons Load Comp
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Luke Schaetzle, 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons team chief, tends to a U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II, Jan. 10, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Weapons load crews are responsible for ensuring aircraft readiness, expertly handling munitions within a 30-minute time frame. Each team is evaluated on their speed, efficiency, and attention to detail, ensuring the mission's success under tight time constraints. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)