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250910-F-TO640-1303

Col. Salvatore La Luce, Italian air force outgoing base commander, gives final remarks during the Italian air force change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 10, 2025. Change of Command ceremonies are essential for preserving military heritage and ensuring a seamless transition of leadership, fostering continuity and stability within the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Left, U.S. Air Force Col. Beau Diers, 31st Fighter Wing commander, pins the Meritorious Service Medal onto Col. Salvatore La Luce, Italian air force outgoing base commander, during the Italian air force change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 10, 2025. The MSM is a military decoration awarded to those who display outstanding meritorious achievement during their time of service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Essence Myricks)

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The Italian Veteran Association stands in formation during the Italian air force change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 10, 2025. Change of Command ceremonies are essential for preserving military heritage and ensuring a seamless transition of leadership, fostering continuity and stability within the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Italian air force Maj. Gen. Marco Lant, combat forces commander, salutes a formation during the Italian air force change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 10, 2025. The Combat Forces Command fosters integration between different platforms and supports synergy with the land and maritime armed force components, ensuring maximum Combat Airpower readiness and effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Essence Myricks)

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The Band of the 1^ Regione Aerea, Milan, plays during the Italian air force change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 10, 2025. Col. Giuseppe Gatto, Italian air force incoming base commander, has attended various professional qualification courses such as the Tactical Leaders Program at the Florennes Air Base in Belgium and Operational Tactics Instructor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Italian air force honor guard stands in formation during the Italian air force change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Sept. 10, 2025. The change of command ceremony is a military tradition that publicizes the official transfer of responsibility between two commanding officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Curtis Stevens, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, and Senior Airman Ian Wargo, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo next to their assigned HH60-W Jolly Green II at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. A DCC is an experienced aircraft mechanic who is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a specific aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Raka Adam, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, and Senior Airman Daniel Welcome, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo next to their assigned HH60-W Jolly Green II at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. The title ‘Dedicated Crew Chief’ comes with the expectation of being the subject matter expert for maintaining this aircraft and your name affixed to the side. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nathaniel Schmidt, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, and Airman First Class Christian Nowak, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo next to their assigned HH60-W Jolly Green II at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. The title ‘Dedicated Crew Chief’ is a role earned through skill, grit and pride in expertly maintaining aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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From left, U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Emily Cruz-Marchany, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, and Staff Sgt. Ian Mader, 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo next to their assigned HH60-W Jolly Green II at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. These technicians are entrusted to uphold the highest standard of maintenance discipline and are expected to be the subject matter experts for all maintenance operations on their assigned aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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Service members, family and friends stand to honor the new 56th Rescue Generation Squadron dedicated crew chiefs during a recognition ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 4, 2025. A DCC is an experienced aircraft mechanic who is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a specific aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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2025 Change of Commands

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Haralambos Theologis, 57th Rescue Squadron incoming commander, accepts command of the 57th RQS during the change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 3, 2025. The 57th RQS leads, organizes, trains and equips Guardian Angel weapons system and combat support teams to conduct day and night personnel recovery operations in combat, as well as provide combatant commanders with options to report, locate, recover and reintegrate isolated personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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2025 Change of Commands

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brent Smith, incoming 510th Fighter Squadron commander, takes command of the 510th FS during the change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 2, 2025. The passing of the guidon signifies the transfer of leadership and responsibility from the outbound commander to the inbound. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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2025 Change of Commands

From right, U.S. Air Force Col. Anthony Bryant, 31st Maintenance Group incoming commander, receives the guidon from U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st Fighter Wing commander, during the change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 9, 2025. The passing of the guidon represents the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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2025 Change of Commands

From left, U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph Stangl, 31st Maintenance Group commander, passes the guidon to U.S. Air Force Maj. Sarah Furrer, 31st Maintenance Squadron incoming commander, signifying the assumption of command during the 31st MXS change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 6, 2025. Change of command ceremonies are a military tradition that represent a formal transfer of authority and responsibility for a unit from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Essence Myricks)

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U.S. and Italian air forces conduct MARE with local first responders

An Italian firefighter extinguishes a fire during a Major Accident Response Exercise in San Quirino, Italy, June 26, 2025. A MARE is a training exercise simulating a major accident or incident to test emergency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephan Bang)

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U.S. and Italian air forces conduct MARE with local first responders

Italian air force Fire Rescue Team members light a fire for a simulated downed aircraft during a Major Accident Response Exercise in San Quirino, Italy, June 26, 2025. The 31st Fighter Wing, Italian air force and local Italian first responders joined together to test emergency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephan Bang)

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U.S. and Italian air forces conduct MARE with local first responders

The 31st Fighter Wing, Italian air force and local Italian first responders execute a Major Accident Response Exercise in San Quirino, Italy, June 26, 2025. A MARE is a training exercise simulating a major accident or incident to test emergency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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U.S. and Italian air forces conduct MARE with local first responders

Italian firefighters rescue U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jonathan Jaskulsky, 31st Communication Squadron tech control facility supervisor, from a simulated downed aircraft during a Major Accident Response Exercise in San Quirino, Italy, June 26, 2025. The 31st Fighter Wing, Italian air force and local Italian first responders joined together to test emergency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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U.S. and Italian air forces conduct MARE with local first responders

Italian firefighters stand ready to extinguish a fire on a simulated downed aircraft during a Major Accident Response Exercise in San Quirino, Italy, June 26, 2025. The 31st Fighter Wing, Italian air force and local Italian first responders joined together to test emergency response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stephanie Serrano)

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