U.S. Air Force Capt. Joseph Walz, 421st Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, shakes hands with Airman 1st Class Cody Albert, 421st FS crew chief, during Operation Rapid Forge at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2019. Rapid Forge aircraft are forward deploying to the territory of NATO allies in order to enhance readiness and improve interoperability. Participation in multinational operations enhances the U.S. Air Force's relationship with partner militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valerie Seelye)