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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, speaks to the crowd during his retirement ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

Esmerelda Largaespada, left, is given a flag by Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, holds the flag presented to him during the flag pass at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Davidson, left, Africa Command Washington Liaison Office, director, speaks at the retirement ceremony of Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

Esmerelda Largaespada, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, present the Military Child Medal to his three children at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Davidson, left, Africa Command Washington Liaison Office, director, presents a Certificate of Appreciation, to Esmerelda Largaespada, center, and Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Davidson, left, Africa Command Washington Liaison Office, director, presents a Certificate of Appreciation, to Esmerelda Largaespada, center, and Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Davidson, left, Africa Command Washington Liaison Office, director, presents a Certificate of Appreciation, to Esmerelda Largaespada, center, and Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

Esmerelda Largaespada, left, pins the retirement pin to the uniform of Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Davidson, left, Africa Command Washington Liaison Office, director, presents the Certificate of Retirement to Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Davidson, left, Africa Command Washington Liaison Office, director, presents the Legion of Merit to Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, right, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The retirement ceremony celebrated the 29 year career of Largaespada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bendel Rushing, incoming commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), renders a first salute to his squadron during the 434th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. Prior to assuming command, Lt. Col. Rushing served as the Director of Operations and a T-6A Instructor Pilot for the 85th Flying Training Squadron at Laughlin, where he oversaw a $26 million flying hour program and facilitated more than 32,000 sorties annually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bendel Rushing, incoming commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), addresses squadron members for the first time during the 434th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. Rushing assumed command of the squadron from Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Bendel Rushing, incoming commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), accepts the 434th FTS guidon from Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, during a change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. Change of command ceremonies represent a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry, outgoing commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), prepares to relinquish the squadron guidon to Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, during the 434th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The ceremony marks the end of Cherry’s command, which began Sept. 5, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph McCane (left), 47th Operations Group commander, Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry (middle), outgoing commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), and Lt. Col. Bendel Rushing (right), incoming 434th FTS commander stand at attention during the 434th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The ceremony marked the official transition of leadership within the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry, outgoing commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), renders a final salute to his squadron during the 434th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. Cherry served as the commander of the 434th since Sept. 5, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry, outgoing commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), speaks to squadron members during a change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. Cherry thanked his team for their dedication during his command, which began in September 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, presents the Meritorious Service Medal certificate to Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry, outgoing commander of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS), during the squadron’s change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. The Meritorious Service Medal recognizes service members for outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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434th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, delivers remarks during the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS) change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2025. McCane presided over the ceremony and recognized Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry’s leadership while welcoming Lt. Col. Bendel Rushing as the new commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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