GUERNSEY, Wyo.

Special tactics operator from 17th Special Tactics Squadron secures his parachute after a high altitude, low opening jump from a C-130 Hercules during the Rally in the Rockies 2021 exercise Sept. 13, 2021. The exercise involves various units training across three states, training to conduct all-domain operations against a near-peer adversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

GUERNSEY, Wyo.

Special tactics operator from 17th Special Tactics Squadron secures his parachute after a high altitude, low opening jump from a C-130 Hercules during the Rally in the Rockies 2021 exercise Sept. 13, 2021. The exercise involves various units training across three states, training to conduct all-domain operations against a near-peer adversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

GUERNSEY, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve C-130H Hercules approaches the landing zone during the Rally in the Rockies 2021 exercise, Sept. 13, 2021, Guernsey, Wyo. This is a multi-day training exercise that spans Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

GUERNSEY, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve C-130H Hercules turns around at the end of a runway before taking off during the Rally in the Rockies 2021 exercise, Sept. 13, 2021, Guernsey, Wyo. This is a multi-day training exercise that spans Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

GUERNSEY, Wyo.

A 302nd Airlift Wing C-130H Hercules takes off from a landing zone after transporting personnel and equipment during the Rally in the Rockies 2021 exercise, Sept. 13, 2021, Guernsey, Wyo. This was in preparation of a search and rescue scenario that integrated various units conducting personnel recovery in a simulated hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

RAWLINGS, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve Command C-130J takes off of a highway in Wyoming on Sept. 13, 2021. This was the kickoff event for Rally in the Rockies 2021, an exercise designed to test our lethal, combat-ready force. Reserve Citizen Airmen play an integral role in global and national security, providing critical capabilities both at home and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

RAWLINGS, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve C-130J Super Hercules comes in for a landing on a four-lane highway in Wyoming on Sept. 13, 2021. This was the kickoff event for Rally in the Rockies 2021. The exercise incorporates personnel across the joint force and robust integration of mobility and fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

RAWLINGS, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve C-130J Super Hercules reverses down a four-lane highway in Wyoming on Sept. 13, 2021. This was the kickoff event for Rally in the Rockies 2021. The exercise incorporates personnel across the joint force and robust integration of mobility and fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

RAWLINGS, Wyo.

An A-10 Warthog orbits above the C-130J Super Hercules as it reverses down a four-lane highway in Wyoming on Sept. 13, 2021. This was the kickoff event for Rally in the Rockies 2021, an event designed to test the ability to land in a variety of environments. Reserve Citizen Airmen play an integral role in global and national security, providing critical capabilities both at home and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

RAWLINGS, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve Command C-130J reverses down a four-lane highway in Wyoming on Sept. 13, 2021. This exercise kickoff event tested the ability to land in a variety of scenarios. The Rally in the Rockies 2021 exercise applies a variety of combat concepts to enable agile mission execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

RAWLINGS, Wyo.

An Air Force Reserve Command C-130J takes off of a highway in Wyoming on Sept. 13, 2021. This was the kickoff event for Rally in the Rockies 2021, an exercise designed to test our lethal, combat-ready force. Reserve Citizen Airmen play an integral role in global and national security, providing critical capabilities both at home and abroad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Ashley Walker) Share

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

Col. Stuart M. Rubio, 403rd Wing commander, speaks during the commander’s call at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., Sept. 12, 2021. Rubio spoke about topics including Covid-19 vaccination, and other important subjects. (Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael Farrar) Share