25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Todd Wydra, 51st Maintenance Group commander, left, passes the guidon to Maj. Nicholas Linville, incoming 25th Fighter Generation Squadron commander, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command and the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Maj. Nicholas Linville, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron incoming commander, renders his first salute to his squadron during the 25th FGS change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. Change of command ceremonies symbolize the transfer of command responsibility and accountability from one individual to another which is physically represented by the passing of the guidon, the tangible symbol of the unit, from the outgoing commander to the incoming commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Maj. Nicholas Linville, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron incoming commander, his wife Dr. Kelsey Linville Ed.D, and daughter, Olive Linville, pose for a photo during a change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. Air Force change of command is a significant event that recognizes the accomplishments of the outgoing commander and marks the beginning of a new chapter for the unit under the incoming commander's leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Maj. Nicholas Linville, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron incoming commander, gives his first speech to his squadron during the 25th FGS change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. Change of command ceremonies are time-honored traditions deeply rooted in American military history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Todd Wydra, 51st Maintenance Group commander, left, passes the guidon to Maj. Timothy Benifield, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron commander, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command and the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Maj. Timothy Benifield, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron commander, renders his final salute to his squadron during a change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. The 25th Fighter Squadron was activated under the 51st Wing at Osan AB, Republic of Korea on Oct. 1, 1993. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Todd Wydra, 51st Maintenance Group commander, left, presents a Meritorious Service Medal to Maj. Timothy Benifield, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron commander, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. The MSM is a military decoration awarded by various branches of the Armed Forces to recognize distinguished or outstanding meritorious service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Col. Todd Wydra, 51st Maintenance Group commander, delivers opening remarks during the 25th Fighter Generation Squadron change of command at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. During the ceremony, U.S. Air Force Maj. Nicholas Linville took control of the 25th FGS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)

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25th FGS Change of Command

Published June 7, 2023
By Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- U.S. Air Force Col. Todd Wydra, 51st Maintenance Group commander, left, passes the guidon to Maj. Nicholas Linville, incoming 25th Fighter Generation Squadron commander, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2023. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command and the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)