A special tactics Airman parachutes from the sky carrying an American flag during the opening ceremonies for the 2011 Air Mobility Rodeo at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., July 24. The Rodeo is a biennial, international airlift competition hosted by AMC which allows the United States and allied air forces to enjoy camaraderie while sharpening each other’s skills. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Carolyn Herrick)