U.S. Air Force Col. Philip Lancaster, the deputy commander of the Eleventh Air Force, takes off in an F-16 Fighting Falcon of the 18th Fighter Interceptor Squadron during his final flight at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 17, 2026. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition celebrating a pilot's achievements prior to a permanent change of station or retirement; Lancaster is retiring after 26 years of distinguished service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin Connaher)
| Date Taken: | 07.17.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.20.2026 19:35 |
| Photo ID: | 9821433 |
| VIRIN: | 260717-F-LX370-1004 |
| Resolution: | 4177x2785 |
| Size: | 3.02 MB |
| Location: | JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA, US |
| Web Views: | 8 |
| Downloads: | 2 |
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