Col. Michael Lewis, 15th Operational Group commander, passes the 65th Airlift Squadron Guidon to Lt. Col. Dustin Dere, 65th AS incoming commander, on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii, June 7, 2024. The change of command ceremony, marked by the passing of the guidon, signifies the official transfer of power from one commander to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mark Sulaica)