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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, embraces the moment of his last flight, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. Welch’s final flight served as a tribute to his impactful leadership of the 19th Operations Group, commemorating his dedication to the mission of the 19th Airlift Wing at Little Rock Air Force Base and the lasting influence he will leave on its Airmen and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airmen Kameron Green)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, hugs his wife at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. After his final flight as the commander of the 19th Operations Group, Welch embraced his family showing that the fini-flight tradition serves not only as a celebration of professional milestones, but also as a meaningful tribute to the support system on the ground that made the journey possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Kameron Green)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Christina Welch, wife of U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Welch, commander of the 19th Operations Group, marshals a C-130J Super Hercules at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. For Welch, this moment marked the conclusion of his command of the 19th Operations Group, as family, friends, and fellow service members gathered to express their gratitude and respect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Kameron Green)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, is sprayed with champagne after completing his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. The flight commemorated Welch’s dedication and service to the 19th OG, and honored his time in its command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, taxis into a parking space on the flightline after completing his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. The flight commemorated his time leading the 19th OG and his dedication to the 19th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, flies a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. During the flight, Welch and his crew conducted an airdrop as well as a series of low level maneuvers across Arkansas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, flies a C-130J Super Hercules during his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. The flight covered multiple facets of tactical airlift, including an air drop and low level flight operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, flies a C-130J Super Hercules over a lake during his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. The flight commemorated Welch’s time and service leading the 19th OG, and supporting the 19th Airlift Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Chad Overton, 314th Operations Group commander, photographs Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander (left) and Maj. Richard Ledson, 19th Airlift Wing chief executive officer (right), as they prepare to take off in a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. The flight commemorated Welch’s time leading the 19th OG and his support of the 19th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, prepares a C-130J Super Hercules for his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. The flight commemorated the time Welch spent leading the 19th OG and his support of the 19th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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19th OG commander completes his final flight at Little Rock AFB

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, reads through a binder before taking off in a C-130J Super Hercules for his final flight at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. During the flight, Welch and his crew conducted an airdrop and low level flying operations across Arkansas, and finished the flight with an overhead pass over his friends and family on the ground. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)

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Mission Readiness Begins at Home Through MFRC Support

Airmen participate in a financial readiness class at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Feb. 19, 2026. The class provided instruction on budgeting, saving, and financial planning to enhance personal stability and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Bates-Jones)

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Mission Readiness Begins at Home Through MFRC Support

Members of the Military and Family Readiness Center welcome and assist a service member at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Feb. 19, 2026. Their dedication recently earned the team the Air Force A1 Annual Award for Force Support Capabilities, recognizing superior performance in delivering programs and services that enhance community, resilience, and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Bates-Jones)

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Mission Readiness Begins at Home Through MFRC Support

U.S. Air Force Wayne Ojala, 19th Force Support Squadron flight chief, and John Dempsey, 19th Force Support Squadron community readiness consultant, pose for a photo at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Feb. 19, 2026. As members of the 19th FSS team, they oversee and deliver readiness initiatives that connect Airmen with critical resources throughout their military careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Bates-Jones)

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Mission Readiness Begins at Home Through MFRC Support

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Robert Martin, 19th Force Support Squadron Readiness Noncommissioned Officer, works at his computer at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Feb. 19, 2026. Staff members maintain an open-door policy and emphasize customer service, providing accessible support and resources to Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Bates-Jones)

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Mission Readiness Begins at Home Through MFRC Support

Informational pamphlets are displayed on a resource table at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Feb. 19, 2026. In addition to offering classes and readiness programs, the center hosts open houses, community dinners, and maintains a food pantry to support Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Bates-Jones)

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25 Years of dedicated service: FCC provider supports military families

Malissa Kaye, a Family Child Care provider, engages with children during a supervised painting activity at her childcare home at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 1, 2026. FCC programs provide safe, nurturing environments that support early childhood development and consistency for military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Ortega Corona)

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25 Years of dedicated service: FCC provider supports military families

Malissa Kaye, a Family Child Care provider, serves drinks to children after outdoor play activities at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 1, 2026. FCC providers support mission readiness by offering dependable, flexible childcare for military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Ortega Corona)

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25 Years of dedicated service: FCC provider supports military families

Malissa Kaye, a Family Child Care provider, poses with children at her home-based childcare program at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 1, 2026. Kaye has provided childcare services to military families for 25 years, offering a stable and supportive environment for children of all ages. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Ortega Corona)

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25 Years of dedicated service: FCC provider supports military families

Children laugh and play during outdoor activities at a Family Child Care residence at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 1, 2026. FCC providers like Malissa Kaye create structured, home-based environments that promote stability, development and social interaction for children of military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Ortega Corona)

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