9/13/2010 - SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – Robert D. Gaylor, fifth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, speaks during the 2010 Air Force Ball Sept. 10. Chief Gaylor’s speech addressed what he considers the four biggest differences between today’s Air Force and the Air Force of his day: training, technology, tribe (family) and trust. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)

9/13/2010 - SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – Col. Christopher Weggeman, left, 52nd Fighter Wing commander; Robert D. Gaylor, center, fifth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force; and Airman Jonathan Atstupenas cut the cake using a saber during the 2010 Air Force Ball Sept. 10. The event celebrated the Air Force’s 63 years as an independent service. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)

9/13/2010 - SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – Col. Christopher Weggeman, right, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, presents Robert D. Gaylor, fifth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, a check for $100 donated to the Wounded Warrior Fund in his name during the 2010 Air Force Ball Sept. 10. Chief Gaylor was the keynote speaker during the event, themed, “Remembering our heritage and embracing our future.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)

9/13/2010 - SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – The U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band clarinet quartet serenades attendees at the 2010 Air Force Ball Sept. 10. The theme of Air Force Ball was, “Remembering our heritage and embracing our future.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)