A 2014 Wings of Freedom Open House spectator simulates a rocket launch from the Command Center Alpha simulator on the flightline Sept. 13, 2014. Command Center Alpha is a recruiting tool used by the Air Force to allow the public to have an idea of the Air Force mission. The open house, headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, highlighted various aerial demonstrations and static displays for the public free of charge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Franklin R. Ramos/Released)