Air Force special tactics operators and simulated partner forces load a CV-22 Osprey assigned to the 8th Special Operations Squadron after executing a full mission profile during exercise Commando Crucible at Eglin Range, Fla., June 30, 2020. The exercise provided a rigorous operating environment that tested ST operators, their support teammates and outside agency participants on the abundance of moving parts and products required in a deployed environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rose Gudex)