354th MXG holds 2025 4th Quarter Load Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cody Fowler, 18th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew chief, secures a dummy CATM-120B missile onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a 4th Quarter Load Competition at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Jan. 9, 2026. During the competition, Airmen are assessed on their ability to load munitions onto their respective aircraft quickly and accurately, which is essential for growing technical skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Paczkowski)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Nicholas Paczkowski
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NIKON Z 8

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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4

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1/100

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500

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