The newly chief master sergeant selects stand with U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. William J. Rew, vice commander of Air Combat Command, during a promotion-release ceremony at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Nov. 8, 2012. Chief master sergeants must exemplify the finest qualities of an Airman, while striving to further develop their leadership and management skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson/Released)