U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kostiantyn Khymchenko, 633d Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation, air conditioning journeyman, poses for a portrait, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, July 25, 2023. Khymchenko recently deployed to the United States European command, where he played a pivotal role working with senior leaders, as a translator. Khymchenko His experience and contributions led him to be named as one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year and inspired him to pursue becoming an an officer as he continues to serve in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mikaela Smith)