U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Patrick Bellar, a dedicated crew chief assigned to the 57th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, reveals the designation of an F-35 Lightning II as the 57th Wing’s flagship during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. A flagship in a squadron is an aircraft prominently displaying the commander of a unit’s name below the cockpit, symbolizing its role as the commander's designated aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Nesbitt)
| Date Taken: | 06.15.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.16.2026 16:28 |
| Photo ID: | 9754354 |
| VIRIN: | 260615-F-ST683-1545 |
| Resolution: | 4804x3203 |
| Size: | 3.65 MB |
| Location: | NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, NEVADA, US |
| Web Views: | 29 |
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