Staff Sgt. Kenji Brooks, 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron Aircraft Ground Equipment craftsman, receives a certificate of rank from Col. Jay Silveria, 48th Fighter Wing commander, after being promoted to technical sergeant under the Stripes for Exceptional Performers program Sept. 1, 2009, at RAF Lakenheath, England. STEP promotions are earned by outstanding Airmen who set themselves apart with superior working skills and leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Eboni Knox)