Surprise promotion
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Tech. Sgt.Donny Barton, 470th Air Base Squadron, is congratulated by Col. Lee Wight, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, for achieving a Stripes for Exceptional Performers Promotion to technical sergeant Feb. 19, 2009. Each year a limited number of Airmen receive a STEP promotion for continually doing outstanding work. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jenifer H. Calhoun)