Staff Sgt. Eric Zimmerman, right, 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit lead weapons crew member, evaluates Senior Airman Mario Socorro, 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, as he inspects components of an inert GBU-12 Paveway II laser-guided bomb during a load competition, April 9, 2021, at Luke Air Force Base. Load competitions reinforce training practices and ensure Airmen are ready to meet the demands of the Air Force’s warfighting capabilities. Through friendly competition, the 56th Maintenance Group enhances lethality and readiness of Luke’s aircraft and maintainers.

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