Patients first, cargo last
Staff Sgt. Derek Vogel and 1st Lt. Andrew Dunn of the 911th Aeromedical Squadron, unload a piece of medical equipment from a C-130 Hercules during an engines running off-load exercise, June 3, 2012. It is important for the AES to practice the procedure because of the noise, fumes, and safety issues that arise when the aircraft’s engines remain running. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan Hehnly/Released)