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    Ready for the Mission: 148th FW Welcomes New Commander [Image 1 of 7]

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    A large formation of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are assembled on an airfield tarmac in front of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon jet. The aircraft's tail fin displays the word 'DULUTH' in blue lettering along with the serial number 'AF 414', indicating it belongs to the Duluth-based 148th Fighter Wing, Minnesota Air National Guard. The scene appears to be a formal military ceremony or group photo event.

    DULUTH, MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES

    08.01.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Tylin Rust 

    148th Fighter Wing

    Airmen assigned to the 148th Fighter Wing, Minnesota Air National Guard, attend a change of command ceremony at the 148th Fighter Wing, Duluth, Minnesota, Aug. 1, 2026. The ceremony marked the transition of leadership from U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Aysta to Col. Curt Grayson, as he assumed command of mission-ready Airmen who are dedicated to countering present and future threats. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Tylin Rust)

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    Date Taken: 08.01.2026
    Date Posted: 08.10.2026 14:20
    Photo ID: 9856283
    VIRIN: 260801-Z-BB071-1103
    Resolution: 6048x4024
    Size: 5.61 MB
    Location: DULUTH, MINNESOTA, US
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    A large formation of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are assembled on an airfield tarmac in front of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon jet. The aircraft's tail fin displays the word 'DULUTH' in blue lettering along with the serial number 'AF 414', indicating it belongs to the Duluth-based 148th Fighter Wing, Minnesota Air National Guard. The scene appears to be a formal military ceremony or group photo event.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues is speaking at a podium during an official ceremony for the 148th Fighter Wing. The setting appears to be a hangar or large indoor military facility, with the American flag and military unit flags displayed prominently behind the speaker. The backdrop features a blue drape with the 148th Fighter Wing emblem.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place, likely at the 148th Fighter Wing based on the visible emblem on the blue tablecloth. An Army officer in olive green uniform is exchanging a guidon/flag with an Air Force officer in dress blues, representing the formal transfer of command. A third Air Force officer stands at attention to the right as a witness to the ceremony.
    A military change of command ceremony is taking place in what appears to be a hangar or gymnasium decorated with blue draping. An Army officer in green uniform is passing or receiving a guidon (unit flag on a staff) to/from an Air Force officer in dress blues, signifying a transfer of command. Additional uniformed personnel stand at attention on the stage, with multiple flags including the US flag and Air Force flags visible in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in dress blues is speaking at a podium during an official ceremony for the 148th Fighter Wing. He is gesturing with his right hand raised, pointing upward, while addressing an audience. The setting appears to be inside a hangar or large facility decorated with unit insignia and an American flag.
    A military ceremony or event is taking place indoors, likely in a gymnasium or multipurpose facility. Three uniformed personnel, appearing to be U.S. Air Force members based on their dark blue dress uniforms, are addressing a large crowd of civilian attendees. The central figure, a female officer, is holding a microphone and appears to be speaking or presenting.
    A military officer in dress blue uniform is delivering a speech at a wooden podium bearing a military shield/crest emblem. The audience consists of a mix of uniformed military personnel in camouflage and dress uniforms, as well as civilians, seated in rows of chairs. The setting appears to be a military facility such as a hangar or large indoor venue with blue and white striped walls.

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