Airmen complete cargo load training

Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing load a K-loader on a C-130 Hercules during a readiness inspection May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The inspection tested Yokota’s ability to receive and deploy forces and equipment during contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Desiree Economides/Released)

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An Airman with the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron drives a K-loader onto a C-130 Hercules while being ushered by Senior Airman Chris Hofer, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. As the Pacific Airlift Hub, Yokota would receive and deploy forces and equipment during contingency operations in the Asia-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Desiree Economides/Released)

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Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing secure a K-loader inside a C-130 Hercules May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. As part of a readiness inspection, Airmen tested their ability to receive and deploy forces and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Desiree Economides/Released)

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Airmen from the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron attach chains to a K-loader May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The K-loader was loaded on a C-130 Hercules during a readiness inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Desiree Economides/Released)

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Augmentees with the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron and Airmen from the 36th Airlift Squadron work together to secure a K-loader inside a C-130 Hercules May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The Airmen loaded the equipment as part of a readiness inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Desiree Economides/Released)

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A 60K-loader sits idly before being used to move cargo onto a C-130 Hercules May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. A C-130 Hercules can carry up to 45,000 pounds in cargo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman David Owsianka/Released)

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An Airman from the 730th Air Mobility Squadron drives a Halvorsen 60K-loader during a Samurai Readiness Inspection at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 14, 2015. The readiness inspection was designed to evaluate the wing's ability to perform its mission and respond to regional crisis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David C. Danford/Released)

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Airman 1st Class Josh Utley, 730th Air Mobility Squadron airframe journeyman, tightens cargo on a 60K-loader May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The loader can transport up to six pallets of cargo at a time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman David Owsianka/Released)

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An Airman from the 730th Air Mobility Squadron marshals a forklift during a Samurai Readiness Inspection at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 14, 2015. The inspection tested Yokota's ability to receive and deploy forces and equipment during contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David C. Danford/Released)

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The C-130 Hercules aircrew prepares to load cargo onto the aircraft May 14, 2015, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The C-130H was originally designed as a troop, medivac and cargo transport aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman David Owsianka/Released)

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Airmen complete cargo load training

Published May 14, 2015
By 374th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- Airmen from throughout Yokota Air Base, Japan, proved their ability to receive and deploy forces and equipment during a readiness inspection May 13-15, 2015. Running 24-hour operations, the units showcased their expertise to support contingency operations by working together.