Aviators assigned to the 34th Bomb Squadron at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., gather for a step briefing May 19, 2020, to receive mission plans for a long-range, long-duration Bomber Task Force mission in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility. BTF missions demonstrate the commitment of the U.S. to integrate with NATO and allied partners and ensure regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christina Bennett)