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    Wing commander's final flight [Image 16 of 17]

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    A bald military aviator in an olive green flight suit is being doused with water or champagne in what appears to be a traditional 'fini flight' or milestone celebration on a flight line. He stands with arms raised in a celebratory pose, smiling broadly, while liquid splashes across his torso. A military aircraft is visible in the background with a crew chief name placard reading 'TSGT R. REGISTER'.

    KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, MISSISSIPPI, UNITED STATES

    05.04.2017

    Photo by Maj. Marnee Losurdo 

    403rd Wing

    Col. Michael W. Manion, 403rd Wing commander, is sprayed with water after his final flight on a C-130J Super Hercules at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 4, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo/Maj. Marnee A.C. Losurdo)

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    Date Taken: 05.04.2017
    Date Posted: 05.05.2017 18:20
    Photo ID: 3360196
    VIRIN: 170504-F-IL418-017
    Resolution: 6016x4016
    Size: 10.34 MB
    Location: KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, MISSISSIPPI, US
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