U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. William Rawls, Air Force Recruiting Service chief recruiter, leads a crowd in the AFRS Spark Plug chant at a ceremony recognizing the organization meeting its recruiting goals for the fiscal year, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Oct. 1, 2024. In fiscal year 2024, AFRS successfully recruited over 27,900 Airmen and Guardians, playing a pivotal role in sustaining the Air and Space Forces. As the gateway for individuals seeking to serve, AFRS’s mission is to inspire, engage, and recruit the highest quality personnel to ensure the U.S. Air Force remains capable, agile, and ready to meet global challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan R. Mallard)