190221-N-AN383-3094 SIGONELLA, Sicily (Feb. 21, 2019) Logistics Specialist 1st Class Ryan Estrella stands ready to retire a U.S. flag onto the ceremonial flame during a flag retirement ceremony at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella. NAS Sigonella is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia. (U.S. Navy photo by Gunner’s Mate Seaman Rashond Grant/Released)