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250731-Z-UF872-2034

Representatives from Gwichyaa Zhee were presented with prints of the Alaska Air National Guard's KC-135 aircraft with the village's tail flash during the naming ceremony at Eielson Air Force Base on July 31, 2025. As part of the tribute, 168th Wing dedicated crew chiefs shared the operational history and missions the aircraft has supported, highlighting its service and connection to the community. The ceremony honored the deep bonds between the 168th Wing of the Alaska Air National Guard and interior Alaska villages. The aircraft tail flashes were first officially named by the wing in 2020. The first KC-135 revealed in 2020 was named after the village of Minto. Gwichyaa Zhee, Grayling, Huslia, Tetlin, Telida, and Tanana were also proudly displayed on the aircraft. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Julie Avey)

PHOTO BY: Senior Master Sgt. Julie Avey
VIRIN: 250731-Z-UF872-2034.JPG
FULL SIZE: 4.1 MB
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

450/100

SHUTTERSPEED

10/800

ISO

2500

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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