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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Helaena Jillian Cuaresma, Senior Airman Mina Hinman and Airman 1st Class Sean Bogen, all 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsmen, salute the Italian flag after lowering the American flag during a retreat ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 26, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard also works closely with Italian military counterparts, bridging the combined heritage between cultures through ceremonies and shared traditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Helaena Jillian Cuaresma, a 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsman, hoists down the American flag during a retreat ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 26, 2025. Unlike stateside bases where joining the Honor Guard is an alternate special duty that replaces Airmen’s main, everyday job for six months, overseas Honor Guard is a completely voluntary commitment, taken on in addition to their regular duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mina Hinman, a 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsman, holds the American flag during a retreat ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 26, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard team has participated in details ranging from retirement flag foldings and award events, to solemn POW/MIA recognitions and even a funeral. The Honor Guard’s motto, “To Honor with Dignity,” fully captures the spirit of their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shawn Forget, a 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsman, presents the American flag to a U.S. Army veteran’s next of kin at Corvo Communal Cemetery, Pordenone, Italy, March 27, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard team was called to perform a military funeral for a U.S. Army veteran in the local area, a rare opportunity for an overseas base. Whether it’s presenting the colors at a change of command or honoring a fallen veteran, this team of volunteers consistently shows up to be a visual representation of the Air Force core values. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shawn Forget, a 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsman, prepares to present the American flag during a U.S. Army veteran’s funeral at Corvo Communal Cemetery, Pordenone, Italy, March 27, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard team was called to perform a military funeral for a U.S. Army veteran in the local area, a rare opportunity for an overseas base. Last year, the team supported 72 ceremonies across base and the local community.

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

From left, U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Latimer Paris and Airman 1st Class Shawn Forget, both 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsmen, fold the American flag during a U.S. Army veteran’s funeral at Corvo Communal Cemetery, Pordenone, Italy, March 27, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard team was called to perform a military funeral for a U.S. Army veteran in the local area, a rare opportunity for an overseas base. Last year, the team supported 72 ceremonies across base and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

From left, U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shawn Forget, Airman 1st Class Latimer Paris and Senior Airman Mina Hinman, all 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsmen, stand at attention during a U.S. Army veteran’s funeral at Corvo Communal Cemetery, Pordenone, Italy, March 27, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard team was called to perform a military funeral for a U.S. Army veteran in the local area, a rare opportunity for an overseas base. Whether it’s presenting the colors at a change of command or honoring a fallen veteran, this team of volunteers consistently shows up to be a visual representation of the Air Force core values. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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Pride, Precision and Professionalism

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shawn Forget, a 31st Fighter Wing honor guardsman, stands at attention during a U.S. Army veteran’s funeral at Corvo Communal Cemetery, Pordenone, Italy, March 27, 2025. The 31st FW Honor Guard team was called to perform a military funeral for a U.S. Army veteran in the local area, a rare opportunity for an overseas base. Last year, the team supported 72 ceremonies across base and the local community. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jenna A. Bond)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Joshua Curtis, 31st Medical Group commander, speaks at the Air Force Assistance Fund kickoff at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 24, 2025. The AFAF is an annual effort to raise funds for the charities that provide support to our Air Force family in need, including active duty, retirees, reservists, guard and dependents, including surviving spouses. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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Aviano AB’s AFAF campaign kicks off

U.S. Air Force Col. Joshua Curtis, 31st Medical Group commander, speaks to attendants of the Air Force Assistance Fund kickoff at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 24, 2025. Curtis spoke about the importance of the AFAF and how it contributed over $32,000 in aid to Aviano AB last year. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Douglas Lorance)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

Cadets from the United States Air Force Academy rugby team learn about flight equipment during a tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. In order to gain a better understanding of how Wyvern Nation performs day-to-day operations and prepare them for their transition to the occupational side of the U.S. Air Force, the team toured multiple squadrons in the wing, including the 555th Fighter Squadron, the 56th Rescue Squadron and the 57th Rescue Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

Cadets from the United States Air Force Academy rugby team learn about flight equipment during a tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. In order to gain a better understanding of how Wyvern Nation performs day-to-day operations and prepare them for their transition to the occupational side of the U.S. Air Force, the team toured multiple squadrons in the wing, including the 555th Fighter Squadron, the 56th Rescue Squadron and the 57th Rescue Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

Cadets from the United States Air Force Academy rugby team learn about flight equipment during a tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. In order to gain a better understanding of how Wyvern Nation performs day-to-day operations and prepare them for their transition to the occupational side of the U.S. Air Force, the team toured multiple squadrons in the wing, including the 555th Fighter Squadron, the 56th Rescue Squadron and the 57th Rescue Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

Cadets from the United States Air Force Academy rugby team learn about flight equipment during a tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. In order to gain a better understanding of how Wyvern Nation performs day-to-day operations and prepare them for their transition to the occupational side of the U.S. Air Force, the team toured multiple squadrons in the wing, including the 555th Fighter Squadron, the 56th Rescue Squadron and the 57th Rescue Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

United States Air Force Academy Cadet 1st Class Colt Stroub, USAFA rugby team flanker, gifts a rugby ball to Col. Beau Diers, 31st Fighter Wing deputy commander, at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. The team conducted a U.S. Air Forces Europe wide tour with a community relations focus as they compete against local teams while touring. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

Cadets from the United States Air Force Academy rugby team receive a mission brief on the 57th Rescue Squadron during a tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. The team conducted a U.S. Air Forces Europe wide tour with a community relations focus as they compete against local teams while touring. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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USAFA visits Aviano AB

U.S. Air Force Capt. Kyle Bundesmann, 57th Rescue Squadron combat rescue officer, briefs the United States Air Force Academy rugby team about the mission of the 57th RQS during a tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. In order to strengthen relations with our Allies and partners, the team toured U.S. Air Forces Europe bases and competed against local teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Isaiah Legarda, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron structural journeyman, works on a roundabout display at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. The static display will include a wyvern and the 31st Fighter Wing mission statement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brooke Wise)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eucklid Canlas, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron pavement and equipment journeyman, levels cement at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. The Wyvern static display project is scheduled to be completed for the 31st Fighter Wing’s 31-year anniversary in May. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brooke Wise)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Civil Engineer Squadron work on a roundabout display at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2025. The new static display will include a wyvern and the 31st Fighter Wing mission statement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brooke Wise)

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