191226-N-UJ449-1037 SIGONELLA, Sicily (Dec. 26, 2019) Capt. Kevin Pickard, commander of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, briefs members of a Congressional delegation from the House Foreign Affairs Committee at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Dec. 26, 2019. NAS Sigonella’s strategic location enables U.S, allied, and partner nation forces to deploy and respond as required to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa and Central Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Josh Cote/Released)