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260511-X-DW038-1101

Members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron ride in a police vehicle during a National Police Week memorial ruck at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 11, 2026. The 30th SFS members rode behind Vandenberg Airmen as they rucked 4.5 miles on a route that featured various biographies of fallen defenders. The memorial ruck is a Police Week tradition held in tribute to the defenders and law enforcement personnel who gave their lives in the line of duty, honoring their sacrifice in the service of protecting others. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Neal Rodrigues, right, 129th Logistics Readiness Squadron logistics planner, presents a mentorship award to U.S. Space Force Senior Master Sgt. Tyrone Palmer, left, 18th Space Defense Squadron senior enlisted leader, during an Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 7, 2026. Rodrigues was the class leader and presented the gift in recognition of Palmer's mentorship throughout class 26-Delta’s ALS experience. ALS is designed to be an entry level leadership enhancement course to prepare senior airmen for positions of greater responsibility by strengthening their ability to lead, follow and manage while also gaining a broader understanding of the military profession and their role within the Air Force and Space Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Brian Johnson, left, Space Launch Delta 30 first sergeant, and U.S. Space Force Sgt. Emily Harmon, 18th Space Defense Squadron mission planning lead, sign the volleyball trophy during an Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 7, 2026. The first sergeants and senior enlisted leaders across base won the routine volleyball game against the graduating ALS class. ALS class 26-Delta graduated from the five-week course designed to prepare senior airmen to assume supervisory responsibilities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks during an Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 7, 2026. Wright spoke about the many perspectives a leader should have, highlighting how ALS graduates are entering into a supervisor role for the next generation of Airmen. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks during an Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 7, 2026. Wright attended the ceremony as the distinguished guest speaker, imparting words of wisdom and support to the ALS graduates, instructors and their friends and family. During his active-duty career, Wright served in the highest enlisted position in the U.S. Air Force providing direction for the enlisted force and representing their interests, as appropriate, to the American public, and to those in all levels of government. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, addresses base personnel during a Space Launch Delta 30 all-call at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. As the distinguished guest speaker, Wright gave insight into the importance of a work-life balance and the mentorship required by leaders of the military. Vandenberg personnel had the opportunity to ask Wright questions at the end of his speech. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks to members assigned to the 30th Medical Group at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Wright began his Air Force career as a dental assistant specialist and would later become the superintendent of the 3rd Dental Squadron and 18th Dental Squadron during his active-duty career. After his speech, Wright answered questions from 30th MDG personnel and recognized two servicemembers. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, watches a 30th Security Forces Squadron demonstration at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. The demonstration included a tactical field response, military working dog unit deployment and drone test-flight operation. The 30th SFS supports Vandenberg Spaceport and Test Range operations by defending assets, infrastructure and personnel. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260506-X-DW038-1001

Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks during a Space Launch Delta 30 all-call at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Wright spoke on the importance of health and wellness for active duty servicemembers and base personnel. During his active-duty tenure as the 18th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, Wright represented the highest enlisted level of leadership, and as such, provided direction for the enlisted force and represented their interests, as appropriate, to the American public, and to those in all levels of government. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, left, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, and Kaleth O. Wright, right, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, shake hands during a SLD 30 all-call at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Horne awarded a commander’s coin to the former Air Force enlisted leader after his closing remarks to show his appreciation for Wright’s visit to Vandenberg. As the distinguished guest speaker at the all-call, Wright spoke about his experiences in the military and answered questions from base personnel. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260506-X-DW038-1068

Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, holds a drone during a 30th Security Forces Squadron demonstration at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Wright caught the drone as a 30th SFS Airman piloted the vehicle downwards into his hands. The 30th SFS defends Vandenberg Spaceport and Test Range assets, infrastructure and personnel. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260506-X-DW038-1094

Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, stands with Airmen of the 30th Security Forces Squadron for a group photo at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Wright posed for a photo with 30th SFS Airmen after a unit field demonstration. The 30th SFS protects Vandenberg space launch facilities, ballistic missile test-launch sites, and protects and serves over 11,000 people on-base. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260506-X-DW038-1115

Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks to Airmen assigned to the 30th Security Forces Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Wright spoke about the importance of work-life balance and supporting family while in military service. After the speech, 30th SFS Airmen had an opportunity to ask Wright questions, with two servicemembers being specially recognized. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260506-X-DW038-1133

Kaleth O. Wright, retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks to Airmen assigned to the 30th Security Forces Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 6, 2026. Wright spoke about the importance of work-life balance and supporting family while in military service. During his active-duty tenure as the 18th Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, Wright served as the personal adviser to the Air Force Chief of Staff and the Secretary of the Air Force on all issues regarding the welfare, readiness, morale and proper utilization and progress of the enlisted force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260429-X-DW038-1002

Zia Walton, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron natural resource specialist, grabs a cage at Lake Canyon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 29, 2026. Walton checked traps near the docks during a Southwestern Pond Turtle survey. Vandenberg’s 30th CES environmental team includes biologists, geologists and archaeologists, all of which conduct more than 150 environmental inspections per year, the most of any Department of the Air Force installation. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260429-X-DW038-1006

A Southwestern Pond Turtle is held up at Lake Canyon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 29, 2026. The Southwestern Pond Turtle is proposed to be listed as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Vandenberg’s 30th CES environmental team provides plant and animal survey data to federal and state partners to assist in making informed listing decisions as a part of their Integrated Natural Resource Management Program, which is an integral part of Vandenberg’s environmental stewardship initiative. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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260429-X-DW038-1001

Zia Walton, right, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron natural resource specialist, and Taylor Spencer, left, volunteer, move brush aside at Lake Canyon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 29, 2026. Walton and Spencer checked nearby docks during a Southwestern Pond Turtle survey to document captures and assess habitat. Vandenberg’s environmental conservation efforts are maintained by a team of 40 civilians, cooperators and contractors — the largest environmental team in the U.S. Space Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Zia Walton, left, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron natural resource specialist, and Taylor Spencer, right, volunteer, process a Southwestern Pond Turtle at Lake Canyon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 29, 2026. Walton gathered biological data about the turtle and documented the findings. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Zia Walton, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron natural resources specialist, places a Southwestern Pond Turtle on a scale for weight measurement at Lake Canyon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 29, 2026. The turtle was weighed during an April Southwestern Pond Turtle survey after undergoing an initial assessment process. Surveys gather data on the population at Vandenberg within the installation’s bodies of water. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Zia Walton, left, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron natural resource specialist, and Taylor Spencer, right, volunteer, sit on a dock at Lake Canyon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., April 29, 2026. Walton and Spencer completed an assessment of a Southwestern Pond Turtle during an April survey. Vandenberg’s 30th CES environmental team routinely assesses the installation’s plant and animal habitats to provide updated information, underpinning VSFB’s environmental stewardship initiatives. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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