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Inspiring the next generation to AIM high

U.S. Air Force Aviation Inspiration Mentorship (AIM) members and volunteers pose for a group photo during a Junior Aviation Day at the Del Rio Airport, Texas, May 18, 2024. Ten students from Laughlin’s AIM program attended the event to provide experiences and insights into various career paths to inspire the next generation of America’s greatest pilots. (Courtesy photo)

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Laughlin inspires the next generation to AIM high

A U.S. Air Force Aviation Inspiration Mentorship (AIM) member guides a participant on using a portable virtual reality flying simulator during a Junior Aviation Day at the Del Rio Airport, Texas, May 18, 2024. Three students from Laughlin’s AIM program attended the event to provide experiences and insights into various career paths to inspire the next generation of America’s greatest pilots. (Courtesy photo)

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Laughlin inspires the next generation to AIM high

U.S. Air Force Aviation Inspiration Mentorship (AIM) members and volunteers pose for a group photo during a Junior Aviation Day at the Del Rio Airport, Texas, May 18, 2024. Three students from Laughlin’s AIM program attended the event to provide experiences and insights into various career paths to inspire the next generation of America’s greatest pilots. (Courtesy photo)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Col. Michael McMillan, 340th Flying Training Group director of operations, Lt. Col. Andrew Calhoun, current 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, and Lt. Col. Christine Van Weezendonk, former 96th FTS commander, stand at attention after the transfer of command during the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. 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 Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Andrew Calhoun stands at attention after becoming the 96th Flying Training Squadron commander at the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. As commander, Calhoun will lead the recruitment, training and development of a 75-person Associate Reserve Instructor Pilot Corps and support personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Andrew Calhoun, current 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, accepts the 96th FTS guidon from Col. Michael McMillan, 340th Flying Training Group director of operations, during the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. The passing of the guidon to Calhoun signifies the acceptance of command of the 96th FTW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christine Van Weezendonk, former 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, turns over the 96th FTS guidon to Col. Michael McMillan, 340th Flying Training Group director of operations, during the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. As commander, Weezendonk lead the recruitment, training and development of a 75-person Associate Reserve Instructor Pilot Corps and support personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Col. Michael McMillan, 340th Flying Training Group director of operations, Lt. Col. Christine Van Weezendonk, former 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, and Lt. Col. Andrew Calhoun, current 96th FTS commander, stand at attention during the publication of the change of command orders during the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. 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 Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christine Van Weezendonk, former 96th Flying Training Squadron commander stands at attention after receiving the Meritorious Service Medal at the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. As commander, Weezendonk lead the recruitment, training and development of a 75-person Associate Reserve Instructor Pilot Corps and support personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael McMillan, 340th Flying Training Group director of operations, presents a Meritorious Service Medal to Lt. Col. Christine Van Weezendonk, former 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, during the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. The Meritorious Service Medal was established as the counterpart of the Bronze Star Medal for the recognition of meritorious noncombatant service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds)

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96th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael McMillan, 340th Flying Training Group director of operations, pins a Meritorious Service Medal onto Lt. Col. Christine Van Weezendonk’s flight suit, former 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, during the 96th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 10, 2024. The Meritorious Service Medal was established as the counterpart of the Bronze Star Medal for the recognition of meritorious noncombatant service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Johnathan Radtke, gives a speech after becoming the 87th Flying Training Squadron commander at the 87th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. As commander, Radtke will oversee 57 Airmen engaged in executing more than 11,870 T-38C Talon sorties yearly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Johnathan Radtke, stands at attention after becoming the 87th Flying Training Squadron commander at the 87th FTS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. As commander, Radtke will oversee 57 Airmen engaged in executing more than 11,870 T-38C Talon sorties yearly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. James Blech, 47th Operations Group commander, presents the guidon to Lt. Col. Johnathan Radtke, new 87th Flying Training Squadron commander, during the change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. 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 Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. James Blech, 47th Operations Group commander, accepts the guidon from Lt. Col. Christopher Johansson, 87th Flying Training Squadron commander, during the change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. 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 Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Johansson, former 87th Flying Training Squadron (FTS) commander, gives a speech during the change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. During his time in command, he oversaw the 87th FTS being nominated for and winning several awards, including the 47th Operations Group unit of the year, 2023 Wing Safety Championship award and a wing nomination for the 19th Air Force Top Operations Squadron Award. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. James Blech, 47th Operations Group commander, presents the meritorious service medal to Lt. Col. Christopher Johansson, 87th Flying Training Squadron commander, during the change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. The Meritorious Service Medal was established as the counterpart of the Bronze Star Medal for the recognition of meritorious noncombatant service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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87th Flying Training Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Johnathan Radtke, 87th Flying Training Squadron (FTS) commander, poses with his family in front of the commander’s jet at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 9, 2024. The heritage tail for the 87th FTS has the name of the commander painted just under the cockpit glass, honoring the commander’s role in the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Birdwatchers flock to Laughlin

Participants of the Birding the Border initiative use binoculars to search for birds across the water treatment pond at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 5, 2024. The Birding the Border festival is strategically located at the heart of the Central Flyway and at the intersection of three different ecoregions, offering bird enthusiasts a unique opportunity to observe a diverse array of bird species in southwest Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

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Birdwatchers flock to Laughlin

A Stilt Sandpiper bird dunks their head into the water treatment pond at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 5, 2024. The Stilt Sandpiper is frequently observed in Texas during its migration periods, particularly in the state's wetlands and coastal regions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

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