Combat Airlifter of the Week
Col. Patrick Rhatigan, 19th Airlift Wing commander, along with Chief Master Sgt. Jimmy Ku, the 19th Maintenance Group command chief, congratulate Senior Airman Brandon Vernatt, a 41st Airlift Squadron loadmaster, on his selection as the Combat Airlifter of the Week Sept. 15, 2014, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. Vernatt, a Snow Hill, N.C., native, played a crucial role in the recent preparation of the 41st AS deployment by ensuring 26 loadmasters completed their flying requirements prior to departure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Scott Poe)