KOREA
U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, prepares to disembark an A-10 Thunderbolt II as he concludes his fini flight for the aircraft at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea.

(Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten, U.S. Air Force)

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, flew his fini flight in the A-10 Thunderbolt II as the aircraft prepares to retire from service at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 2, 2025.

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