U.S. Air Force Col. Charles C. Merkel, 128th Air Refueling Wing commander, walks alongside 128th ARW leadership after observing non-operational aircraft used for aircraft recovery training at Volk Field Air National Guard base, Camp Douglas, Wisconsin, July 17, 2024. As part of the agile combat employment (ACE) training, Airmen were trained in different areas of their job operations to ensure multi-capability, interoperability, and efficiency during deployment and wartime situations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Cynthia Yang)