Naval Air Station Sigonella Command Master Chief Anna Wood assists an Afghanistan evacuee getting off of a Air Force KC-10 Extender at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Aug. 22, 2021. NAS Sigonella is currently supporting the Department of Defense mission to facilitate the safe departure and relocation of citizens, Special Immigration Visa recipients, and vulnerable Afghan populations from Afghanistan. NAS Sigonella’s strategic location enables , allied, and partner nation forces to deploy and respond as required to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Central Command.

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