U.S. Air Force Col. John Ethridge, right, relinquishes command of the 49th Wing, to Maj. Gen. Roy W. Collins, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, during a change of command ceremony at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, June 4, 2026. The change of command ceremony is an American military tradition deeply rooted in history, signifying the authority of the incoming commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Michelle Ferrari)
| Date Taken: | 06.04.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.05.2026 15:47 |
| Photo ID: | 9728769 |
| VIRIN: | 260604-F-F4417-1106 |
| Resolution: | 5573x3708 |
| Size: | 3.85 MB |
| Location: | HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, NEW MEXICO, US |
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