U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hadassah Rudder, 15th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, prepares a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Dec. 10-13, 2024. As a loadmaster, Rudder plays a vital role in ensuring the success of global airlift operations, while her personal story highlights the diverse backgrounds of those who serve. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller) More