C-17 Globemaster III - Moving a mountain

BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan—A C-17 Globemaster III from Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., moves up the taxiway as another begins its climb over the mountains surrounding this base. Airlift serves a vital role in ongoing operations in this landlocked country, bringing critical supplies and equipment to coalition forces supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Dave Honchul)