JAPAN
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hailey Edie configures a HGU-55/P Helmet at Yokota Air Base.

(Photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hailey Edie, 374th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, configures a HGU-55/P Helmet at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. AFE is transitioning all C-130J Super Hercules aircrew and operational support flyers to the MBU-20/P mask to enhance uniformity and cut cost while providing an optimal fit for members.

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