Former Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney McKinley speaks to Airmen during the Dyess Annual Awards Banquet Feb. 10, 2017, at the Abilene Civic Center in Abilene, Texas. McKinley arrived at Dyess Feb. 9 for a visit of the base and to speak at the Dyess Annual Awards Banquet where he emphasized the importance of leadership and Air Force heritage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emily Copeland)