Angels in free fall

BEDFORD, England -- Pararescuemen from the 56th Rescue Squadron practice free fall maneuvers during advanced free fall skills and wind tunnel training Aug. 25, 2011. As "Guardian Angel" operators, the Airmen are tasked with the recovery and medical treatment of personnel in both humanitarian and combat environments, often employing free fall parachuting systems that require an advanced degree of skill and body control. The purpose of the simulated free fall is to practice body position, stability, emergency procedures and link up procedures in a controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lausanne Morgan)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Lausanne Morgan

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