Pararescuemen train for space shuttle launch recovery
After donning and adjusting his own parachute, Master Sgt. Alexander Abbey checks a fellow pararescueman's parachute before boarding an HC-130P/N on Friday, June 23, at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. The pararescuemen, assigned to the 308th Rescue Squadron, were training in open water rescue and recovery techniques to prepare them for space shuttle launch recovery support. (U.S. Air Force photo/1st Lt. Cathleen Snow)