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    Spangdahlem launches final A-10 sortie in Europe [Image 8 of 9]

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    A ground crew member in olive drab flight suit with a high-visibility yellow belt is saluting an A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) aircraft on a flight line apron. The crew member is wearing hearing protection headset and black gloves, facing away from the camera toward the aircraft. A pilot is visible in the cockpit of the gray military jet, which bears U.S. Air Force markings including a star-and-bar insignia.

    SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, RHEINLAND-PFALZ, GERMANY

    05.14.2013

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Gustavo Castillo 

    52nd Fighter Wing

    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ethan Du Barton, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief from Kingman, Ariz., salutes U.S. Air Force Capt. Gregory Ulrich, 81st Fighter Squadron pilot from Fairfield, Calif. as he takes part in the final A-10 Thunderbolt II tactical sortie, May 14, 2013. Flying hours across the Air Force are being reduced; however, pilots strive to maintain their proficiency by training at every opportunity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gustavo Castillo/Released)

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    Date Taken: 05.14.2013
    Date Posted: 05.14.2013 12:13
    Photo ID: 931161
    VIRIN: 130514-F-VI983-194
    Resolution: 3280x4928
    Size: 1.05 MB
    Location: SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, RHEINLAND-PFALZ, DE
    Hometown: KINGMAN, ARIZONA, US
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    Three military aviators in olive green flight suits are seated in a briefing room, appearing to attend a mission briefing or debriefing. The foreground subject holds printed documents and wears squadron patches on his flight suit. The room walls are decorated with framed aviation photographs, plaques, awards, and what appears to be a map outline of Iraq.
    A military pilot seated in the cockpit of what appears to be an A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft is receiving a folded American flag from a ground crew member in camouflage uniform. The scene takes place inside a hangar with a corrugated metal roof and fluorescent lighting. This appears to be a ceremonial or pre-flight exchange of a flag, possibly for a commemorative flight.
    A military aircraft, identifiable as an A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog), is taxiing on a runway while receiving a traditional water cannon salute from fire trucks on both sides. This ceremony typically marks a significant occasion such as a final flight, retirement, or homecoming. A second A-10 aircraft is visible in the background, also passing through the water arch.
    A young child dressed in a miniature military flight suit is participating in what appears to be a ceremonial or special event on a military airfield tarmac. The child is holding a fire extinguisher hose while surrounded by adults including two personnel in olive green flight suits and two women in civilian clothing. The scene appears festive and celebratory, likely a 'pilot for a day' or similar Make-A-Wish type program at a military air base.
    The image shows a collection of military aviation name patches arranged in a grid pattern on what appears to be a display board or garment. Each patch is yellow/orange with black text and features military aviator wing insignia with a star. The patches appear to be personalized pilot name tags, likely from a military squadron or aviation unit.
    A military pilot in full flight gear gives a thumbs-up gesture while standing in front of what appears to be an A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft inside a hangar. The pilot is wearing a green flight suit with a tactical survival vest and holds a clipboard or documents in his other hand. The setting appears to be a military air base hangar with fluorescent lighting visible in the background.
    A military pilot is seated inside the cockpit of an aircraft, wearing a flight helmet and olive green flight suit. An American flag patch with gold border is prominently displayed on the cockpit canopy frame or window. The pilot appears to be conducting pre-flight checks or adjusting equipment.
    A ground crew member in olive drab flight suit with a high-visibility yellow belt is saluting an A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) aircraft on a flight line apron. The crew member is wearing hearing protection headset and black gloves, facing away from the camera toward the aircraft. A pilot is visible in the cockpit of the gray military jet, which bears U.S. Air Force markings including a star-and-bar insignia.
    Three military aviators in olive/sage green flight suits are engaged in a traditional 'fini flight' or milestone celebration on an airfield tarmac. Two personnel are spraying water on a third individual using what appears to be a water-filled fire extinguisher and a hose or bucket. The person being soaked is reacting with an animated expression while attempting to dodge or charge toward his colleagues.

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