Dyess hosts Air Force Ball for 78th Anniversary
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Martin Castillo, 317th Airlift Wing command chief, and Col. Justin Diehl, 317th AW commander, present a token of appreciation to Brig. Gen. Corey Simmons, Air Mobility Command director of strategy, plans, programs and requirements, during the Dyess Air Force Ball at the Abilene Convention center, Abilene, Texas, Sept. 6, 2025. The event celebrated the Air Force’s 78th birthday. (U.S Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Schellenberg)