The Air Force recognized four Airmen for their exceptional leadership qualities during the 2026 Lance P. Sijan Award ceremony at the Pentagon, presented by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach.
More than 1,000 Airmen are trained in Rapid Damage Repair and other Civil Engineer specialty courses annually, strengthening mission readiness through technical expertise, mentorship and teamwork.
USAF Gen. Wilsbach hosted Argentine Air Chief Brig. Gen. Valverde to strengthen defense cooperation after key talks across the U.S. focused on fleet modernization, F-16 training, and C-130 sustainment.