Sabers compete in annual load crew competition Published Jan. 22, 2020 By Senior Airman Jovante Johnson 52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Two U.S. Air Force load crews from the 52nd Maintenance Group stand ready to begin the annual weapons load crew competition in Hangar 1 at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 17, 2020. Load crews are not only tested on how fast they can load weapons onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon but also on their individual dress and appearance, written knowledge and organization of tools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jovante Johnson)