Sergeant Alain Blanchette, Canadian, Mission Specialist, 430th Helicopter Squadron, Garrison Valcartier, Quebec City, ties down rotor blades as he conducts post flight duties on a CH-146 Griffon,Quebec, at Volk Field WI., July 21, 2006 at PATRIOT 2006. PATRIOT is the premier National Guard Bureau sponsored joint exercise. This exercise increases the warfighting capabilities of the National Guard, reserve, and active components of the Air Force and Army. Additionally, Canadian, United Kingdom, and Dutch forces are participating, increasing combined effectiveness. (US Air Force photo by MSgt Robert A. Whitehead) (Released).