A U.S. Air Force 4th Special Operations Squadron loadmaster

A U.S. Air Force 4th Special Operations Squadron loadmaster speaks to AC-130U Spooky aircrew members during Emerald Warrior 2015, Hurlburt Field, Fla., April 28, 2015. The 4th SOS plans, prepares and executes AC-130U Spooky gunship missions, providing precise delivery of 25/40/105 mm munitions supporting joint conventional and special operations forces. Emerald Warrior is the Department of Defense's only irregular warfare exercise, allowing joint and combined partners to train together and prepare for real world contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. DeAndre Curtiss/Released)