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    The Spirit of Roberto Clemente: 911th AW honors “The Great One” [Image 2 of 7]

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    U.S. Air Force personnel from the 911th Airlift Wing are applying or unveiling nose art on a military transport aircraft (tail number 0601). The nose art reads 'The Spirit of Roberto Clemente,' honoring the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates baseball player. The ceremony appears to be taking place on a flight line during daylight hours.

    PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AIR RESERVE STATION, PENNSYLVANIA, UNITED STATES

    09.15.2026

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Leddick 

    911th Airlift Wing

    Steel Airmen assigned to the 911th Maintenance Squadron apply a name decal reading “The Spirit of Roberto Clemente” to a C-17 Globemaster III at Pittsburgh International Airport Air Reserve Station, Pennsylvania, Sept. 15, 2026. The aircraft’s name honors Clemente’s legacy of humanitarian service and his connection to Pittsburgh. (U.S. Air Force photo by Timothy Leddick)

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    Date Taken: 09.15.2026
    Date Posted: 09.16.2026 13:46
    Photo ID: 9938722
    VIRIN: 260915-F-KE594-1031
    Resolution: 6048x4024
    Size: 2.03 MB
    Location: PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AIR RESERVE STATION, PENNSYLVANIA, US
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    U.S. Air Force personnel from the 911th Airlift Wing are working on or near a military transport aircraft (tail number 0601) on a flight line. They appear to be installing or positioning a sign reading 'Roberto Clemente' on the aircraft's boarding stairs. This appears to be a naming ceremony or commemorative event honoring the legendary baseball player Roberto Clemente.
    U.S. Air Force personnel from the 911th Airlift Wing are applying or unveiling nose art on a military transport aircraft (tail number 0601). The nose art reads 'The Spirit of Roberto Clemente,' honoring the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates baseball player. The ceremony appears to be taking place on a flight line during daylight hours.
    A U.S. Air Force military transport aircraft, tail number 0601 assigned to the 911th Airlift Wing, is being decorated with nose art bearing the name 'Roberto Clemente'. A service member in camouflage uniform is standing on a mobile staircase applying or unveiling the artwork on the fuselage. The image is taken on a clear, sunny day on what appears to be a flight line or tarmac.
    A U.S. Air Force aircraft, tail number 0601, assigned to the 911th Airlift Wing, is shown on a flight line with nose art honoring baseball legend Roberto Clemente. Several airmen in camouflage uniforms are gathered around the front of the aircraft, performing ground operations. The image was taken outdoors under partly cloudy skies on what appears to be a military airfield.
    A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft, tail number 0601, assigned to the 911th Airlift Wing, is parked on a tarmac at an Air Force Reserve installation. The aircraft bears a special nose art dedication reading 'Roberto Clemente.' A water tower labeled 'Air Force Reserve' is visible in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft is parked on a tarmac at what appears to be an Air Force Reserve base. The aircraft bears the tail number 0601, is assigned to the 911th Airlift Wing, and has a nose art inscription reading 'Roberto Clemente'. A water tower labeled 'Air Force Reserve' is visible in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft is parked on a tarmac. The aircraft bears the nose art designation 'The Spirit of Roberto Clemente' along with tail number 0601 and unit marking 911th AW (Airlift Wing). Ground support equipment and vehicles are visible in the background.

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