Maintenance Airmen keep C-17 wheels turning

Staff Sgt. Daniel McQuistio inspects a C-17 Globemaster III rotor for deficiencies while performing a brake inspection Aug. 5, 2010 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. The maintainers are responsible for ensuring the tire and break systems of the C-17 meet specific guidelines to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Abner Guzman)

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Photo essay: McChord Airmen keep wheels turning

Published Aug. 10, 2010
By Abner Guzman
62nd Airlift Wing Public Affairs

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. (AFNS) -- Airmen assigned to the 62nd Maintenance Squadron perform tire maintenance on C-17 Globemaster IIIs here Aug 5. Tire maintenance is essential in ensuring the safety of the aircraft crew and integrity of the airframe.

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Maintenance Airmen keep C-17 wheels turning

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