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Col. Smith performs final flight as 20th FW commander

U.S. Air Force Kristoffer Smith, 20th Fighter Wing commander, performs pre-flight checks during his fini flight at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., May 28, 2024. As the 20th FW commander, Smith is responsible for the mission readiness of the wing’s 79 aircraft and 18 squadrons, stewardship of Shaw and the welfare of over 8,000 active duty Airmen, Soldiers and civilians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Steven Cardo)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Steven Cardo
VIRIN: 240528-F-VV695-1088.JPG
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NIKON Z 6

LENS

NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

APERTURE

32/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/800

ISO

320

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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