U.S. Air National Guard members of the 103d Airlift Wing stand to applaud Col. Robert Krueger, the incoming commander of the unit, and Col.Neal Byrne, the outgoing commander of the unit, as they prepare to conduct a formal change of command ceremony at Bradley Air National Guard Base, East Granby, Conn., May 3, 2026. Attended by family, friends, fellow Guardsmen, and senior leadership, the ceremony highlighted the achievements of Col Byrne and welcomed Col Krueger to his new role as commander of the "Flying Yankees". (Photo by U.S. Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Emme Drummond)