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Luke Holds Annual Weapons Load Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Derek Rushing (center), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew chief and Staff Sgt. Dylan Kinney (right), 56th Maintenance Group squadron lead crew chief, participate in an annual weapons load competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The competition highlighted teamwork on the flightline, where coordinated crews rely on communication, trust, and the basics of their trade to accomplish the mission together. While the event celebrates the pride and culture of the maintenance community, it also reflects a mindset focused on readiness, where every task contributes to mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Elias Carrero
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NIKON Z 6

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TAMRON 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD A058Z

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71/10

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1/640

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100

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