56th FW commander's fini flight ends with a splash

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jason Rueschhoff, 56th Fighter Wing commander, returns in an F-35 Lightning II after his finialflight while his son renders him a salute, June 14, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The final flight, commonly known as a fini flight, is a tradition for pilots and certain aircrew members who are retiring or moving to another base. Rueschhoff is a command pilot with over 2,900 hours in the F-35 and A-10, including 267 combat hours and has commanded at the squadron, group, and wing levels. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson

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200

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