Brig. Gen. Kevin Merrill, director of Strategic Plans, Programs and Requirements, Air Force Reserve Command, speaks to Development and Training Flight trainees about how they will play a critical role in the future of the Reserve during their unit training assembly weekend immersion tour of AFRC, Robins Air Force Base, Ga. Aug. 3, 2024. The D&TF Program is intended to mentally and physically prepare Air Force Reserve members for the transition from civilian to military life in preparation for basic military training and technical school. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Bobby Pilch)