Lt. Christian Oswald, a newly commissioned U.S. Air Force pilot trainee; Senior Master Sgt. Keith Rowan, 168th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator; Lt. Annmarie Hackworthy and Lt. Greg Reppucci, newly commissioned U.S. Air Force pilot trainees; Dean Baxter, Fairbanks International Airport Operations; and North Pole Mayor Larry Terch pose for a group photo aboard an Alaska Air National Guard KC-135 Stratotanker during Red Flag-Alaska 25-2, June 24, 2025. Hosted by the 168th Wing, the civic leader flight provided local leaders and future pilots a firsthand look at aerial refueling operations and the professionalism of the Guardians of the Last Frontier. The tour highlighted the precision and teamwork required between tanker and receiver aircraft, offering future fighter pilots valuable insight into operations they will rely on in their careers. The Air Force Civic Leader Program continues to serve as a vital bridge between the military and the community, strengthening relationships, building understanding, and encouraging collaboration. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Julie Avey)
Date Taken: | 06.24.2025 |
Date Posted: | 07.02.2025 15:58 |
Photo ID: | 9144753 |
VIRIN: | 250624-Z-UF872-2085 |
Resolution: | 6048x4024 |
Size: | 10.22 MB |
Location: | EIELSON AFB, ALASKA, US |
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