The Patriot Guard Riders met at Terminal C, Gate 10, where American Airlines staff issued security clearance for us to enter the boarding gates. Once through the TSA security checkpoint, we moved to gate C2 for the mission briefing. During the briefing, special attention was given to the protocol that we would follow once we were in position on the tarmac next to the aircraft. After a short time, we moved plane side to join the United Sates Army Honor Guard from 3rd Special Forces (Airborne), Fort Bragg, NC. The PGR formed four ranks and presented Honors as SGM Lubbers was transferred into the aircraft for his final trip home. After the Honor Guard performed their final salute, the PGR moved back into the terminal and were dismissed.