Flying starts on the ground
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jade McGill, 31st Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, adjusts a drip pan to fix a hydraulic test stand, Feb. 25, 2015, at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The AGE flight provides heaters, hydrogen, electrical and air pressure support equipment for aircraft maintainers and ground emergency personnel. Consisting of military and civilian personnel, the flight is capable of supporting transitioning aircraft, at a moment's notice by sustaining 24-hour operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan Conroy/Released)