Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-12
U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Peyton Stimson, 47th Student Squadron student pilot, receives his silver wings with assistance from his guest during the graduation ceremony of Class 26-12 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 11, 2026. Aviation wings are issued to pilots who have achieved a certain level of proficiency and training, and are a symbol of hard work, training, and dedication. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)