Maj. Gen. William Spangenthal, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, being briefed about the proposed upgrades to the dormitory on base at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 8, 2021. Future plans are to renovate Ricks Hall to help create a better quality of life for Laughlin Airman living on base. Dorms for training programs require proper sustainment, restoration, and modernization to produce the Airmen needed for America’s defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David Phaff)