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 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 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 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 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

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

Col. Stuart M. Rubio (left), 403rd Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Barbara J. Gilmore (right), 403rd Wing command chief, present Lt. Col. Sabrina Hawkins, with the Company Grade Officer of the Quarter award at a commander's call at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., Sept. 12, 2021. Hawkins was recognized for her efforts during the months of April through June. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Pittman) 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

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

Col. Stuart M. Rubio (left), 403rd Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Barbara J. Gilmore (right), present Staff Sgt. Paul Johnson with the Non-commissioned Officer of the Quarter award at a commander's call Sept. 12, 2021. Johnson works as a crew chief for the 403rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael Farrar) Share

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

Col. Stuart M. Rubio, 403rd Wing commander, recognizes members of the 403rd Maintenance Group during a commander’s call at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi, September 12, 2021. The group worked extensively to restore the wing of a WC-130J assigned to the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron after a fire burned a basketball-sized hole through it. (Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Michael Farrar) Share

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

Col. Stuart M. Rubio, 403rd Wing commander, shakes Lt. Col. Marla Stewart's hand after presenting her with the Field Grade Officer of the Quarter award during a commander's call at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. Sept. 12, 2021. Stewart was recognized for her work within the 403rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron during the months of January through March this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Pittman) Share

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

Chaplain (Maj.) Bitrus Cobongs, 403rd Wing Chaplain, gives the invocation before the 403rd Wing 20th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Ruck March, which was hosted in rembrance of those who lost their lives during the events of 9/11. The march was led by the 403rd Security Forces Squadron and was open to all members of Keesler Air Force Base, both military and civilian. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jessica Kendziorek) Share

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss.

The 403rd Wing hosted a 20th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Ruck March in rembrance of those who lost their lives during the events of 9/11. The march was led by the 403rd Security Forces Squadron and was open to all members of Keesler Air Force Base, both military and civilian. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jessica Kendziorek) Share