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From one leader to the next, the legacy continues

Col. Michael Trimble, 19th Operations Group incoming commander, renders his first salute to the men and women of the 19th OG during a change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 30, 2026. The ceremony allowed the troops of the unit a physical representation of the change of authority, a time honored military tradition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)
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From one leader to the next, the legacy continues

Col. Bret Echard, 19th Airlift Wing and installation commander, passes the guidon to Col. Michael Trimble, 19th Operations Group incoming commander, center, during a change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 30, 2026. The ceremony served as a visual representation of the changing of authority over the unit, allowing the troops a tangible opportunity to see the passing of the reigns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)
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From one leader to the next, the legacy continues

Col. Bret Echard, 19th Airlift Wing and installation commander, left, receives a guidon from Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group outgoing commander, center, during a change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 30, 2026. During the ceremony, Welch relinquished his command over the 19th OG, and welcomed Col. Michael Trimble, the incoming commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)
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From one leader to the next, the legacy continues

Lt. Col. John Fugate, 19th Operations Support Squadron commander, leads a formation in rendering the last salute for Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group outgoing commander during a change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 30, 2026. Fugate acted as the commander of troops, leading a formation of Airmen from career fields across the 19th OG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)
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From one leader to the next, the legacy continues

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group outgoing commander, speaks to the audience during the 19th OG change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 30, 2026. During his tenure as commander, Welch led the unit in executing 10,394 sorties, including over 5,000 in contingency and combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)
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From one leader to the next, the legacy continues

Col. Christopher Welch, 19th Operations Group commander, accepts a legion of merit medal from Col. Bret Echard, 19th Airlift Wing and installation commander during a change of command ceremony at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 30, 2026. During the ceremony, Team Little Rock watched as the guidon was passed to Col. Michael Trimble, 19th OG incoming commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Julian Atkins)
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Combat Airlifters of the Months

Tech. Sgt. Shawn R. Bellona, 19th Combat Air Base Squadron Unit Deployment Manager, is selected as one of the Combat Airlifters of the Month for April 2026.
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Combat Airlifters of the Months

Senior Airman Yale Duhaylongsod, 19 Communications Squadron Cybersecurity Technician is selected as one of the Combat Airlifters of the Month for April 2026.
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Combat Airlifters of the Months

Senior Airman Jennifer Fraser, 19th Operations Support Squadron Commander’s Support Staff Technician, is selected as one of the Combat Airlifters of the month for April 2026.
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Combat Airlifters of the Months

Tech. Sgt. Mariana Gwizdak, 29th Weapons Squadron Cyber Operations Section Chief, is selected as one of the Combat Airlifters of the Month for April 2026.
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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, looks to the sky after 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 leaves 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, left, and Col. Bret Echard, 19th Airlift Wing commander, poses for a photo at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. Camaraderie is a defining part of a service member’s career, forged through shared challenges, long hours, and a collective sense of purpose. Col. Echard flew alongside Col. Welch for his final flight before his departure from the 19th Operations Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 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, left, and Col. Metodi Roulev, 19th Airlift Wing deputy commander, pose for a photo with family and friends, at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, April 21, 2026. Welch marked the end of his term as commander of the 19th Operations Group with a final “fini-flight,” after which he will formally pass command to his successor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 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, looks back at a C-130J Super Hercules, 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, 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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