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    Brig. Gen. Michael Alfaro's promotion ceremony [Image 3 of 7]

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    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in olive drab flight suits are shaking hands in what appears to be an official military ceremony. The individual on the right is identified by his name tag as 'Mike Alfaro' and wears a master pilot wing badge along with a USAF Reserve patch. The setting includes an American flag and a blue Air Force flag in the background.

    RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, UNITED KINGDOM

    08.30.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown 

    48th Fighter Wing

    U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Kurt Helphinstine, left, special assistant to the commander, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa, congratulates Brig. Gen. Michael Alfaro, 48th Fighter Wing commander, during a promotion ceremony at RAF Lakenheath, England, Aug. 31, 2026. Helphinstine recognized Alfaro’s years of service and continued commitment to the Air Force mission as he became a general officer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delanie Brown)

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 07:00
    Photo ID: 9908512
    VIRIN: 260831-F-TM115-1005
    Resolution: 3005x3624
    Size: 2.52 MB
    Location: RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, GB
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    A U.S. Air Force service member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform stands at a wooden podium addressing a small group of attendees in what appears to be a formal conference or briefing room. The gathering includes both military personnel in uniform and civilians, with heads bowed suggesting a moment of prayer or solemn reflection. A military unit emblem/patch is visible on the wood-paneled wall behind the speaker.
    A military ceremony is taking place in a formal conference room, where two uniformed personnel in olive green flight suits are exchanging salutes. Name placards are visible on the table in front of them, suggesting a promotion or swearing-in ceremony. Family members, including a young girl holding a tablet, observe from the left side.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in olive drab flight suits are shaking hands in what appears to be an official military ceremony. The individual on the right is identified by his name tag as 'Mike Alfaro' and wears a master pilot wing badge along with a USAF Reserve patch. The setting includes an American flag and a blue Air Force flag in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force service member in an olive green flight suit is having insignia or rank pinned onto his uniform by two females, likely family members, during a formal military ceremony. Three flags are visible in the background: the U.S. flag, a United Kingdom flag, and a U.S. Air Force flag, suggesting this may be taking place at a joint or overseas installation. The scene is consistent with a promotion or award ceremony.
    A military ceremony is taking place in a formal conference room, likely a promotion or award ceremony. Three individuals are handling a blue flag with gold fringe, which appears to be a US Air Force general officer flag featuring a single star. Name placards are visible on the conference table, suggesting family members are present for the occasion.
    A military promotion ceremony is taking place in a formal conference room setting. Two uniformed personnel are displaying a blue one-star brigadier general flag with gold fringe, indicating a promotion to the rank of Brigadier General. Name placards are visible on the conference table, suggesting family members are present or expected for the ceremony.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in an olive green flight suit is posing while holding a blue one-star general officer flag with gold fringe. He is smiling and standing in front of multiple flags including the U.S. flag, a Union Jack (UK flag), and U.S. Air Force-related flags. The setting appears to be an official military ceremony or promotion event.

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