U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Charles Vincent, a loadmaster assigned to the 123rd Airlift Wing, Kentucky Air National Guard, gives the thumb’s-up during a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pre-flight checklist prior to takeoff from Karup Air Base, Denmark, on June 4, 2026. The 123rd AW is providing tactical airlift support to NATO Allies throughout the month of June in support of Ramstein Flag 2026, an Allied Air Command large-scale, air-focused, multi-location and joint operating area exercise that kicks off June 8 with 18 participating nations and more than 200 aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Lt. Col. Dale Greer)