Rep. Will Hurd (R-Texas) visits Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, for the Repair Airfield Drainage Project groundbreaking ceremony Nov 23, 2020. Congressman Hurd and Col. Craig Prather, 47 Flying Training Wing commander, explained how this project highlights the strong partnerships that exists between the base and local communities. The project will enhance mission capability and infrastructure, while providing additional resources to protect aircraft from flood damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt JT May III)