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Super Saber Appreciation Day 2025: Celebrating Independence Day

U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, delivers opening remarks during Super Saber Appreciation Day at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, July 4, 2025. The event welcomed hundreds of attendees, including service members, families, and local community leaders from the surrounding region to celebrate Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

Members assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, pose for a photo after completing a foreign object debris walk on the runway at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 20, 2025. The FOD walk followed the completion of a large-scale lighting restoration project, reinforcing airfield safety and cultivating a culture of readiness and teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Levi Poore, 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron execution support technician, prepares a hole for a new runway light fixture during an airfield restoration project at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 12, 2025. The overhaul of the airfield lighting system bolstered Airmen’s technical proficiency and directly contributed to the 52nd Fighter Wing’s mission capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Boyce Mitchell, 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron pavement and equipment apprentice, carries equipment across the flightline at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 12, 2025. Airmen manually installed 149 in-ground runway light fixtures during a restoration project that improved visibility and operational reliability, enhancing readiness and enabling agile combat employment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, taxis on the flightline after a major runway lighting system overhaul at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 23, 2025. The new lighting system ensures the flight line remains fully mission capable, enabling the 52nd Fighter Wing’s F-16 Fighting Falcons to launch safely and maintain operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sydney Franklin)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron, pull electrical wiring through a manhole during the rewiring phase of a runway lighting project at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 12, 2025. The large-scale project involved the replacement of 149 light fixtures, making it the largest restoration of the airfield lighting system in more than 20 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, taxis on the runway after a major runway lighting system overhaul at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 23, 2025. The aircraft returned from a temporary duty assignment to a revitalized runway, ready to resume flying operations after the 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron completed a major airfield lighting replacement project. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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52nd CES conducts large-scale runway lighting restoration

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, lands on the runway after a major runway lighting system overhaul at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 23, 2025. The aircraft returned from a temporary duty assignment to Aviano Air Base, Italy, where some operations were relocated during an airfield lighting restoration at Spangdahlem AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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Spangdahlem AB welcomes new leadership and reaffirms mission readiness

U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, renders his first salute as commander during the 52nd FW change of command ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 30, 2025. As the new commander, Lutmer now commands five groups, 23 squadrons, and nine geographically separated units across five countries, with approximately 5,000 military and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)

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Spangdahlem AB welcomes new leadership and reaffirms mission readiness

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, Third Air Force commander, left, passes the 52nd FW guidon to U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer, 52nd FW incoming commander, during the 52nd FW change of command ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 30, 2025. Lutmer came from Aviano Air Base, Italy, where he served as the commander of the 31st Operations Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)

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Spangdahlem AB welcomes new leadership and reaffirms mission readiness

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton, 52nd Fighter Wing outgoing commander, renders his last salute as commander during the 52nd FW change of command ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 30, 2025. During his command, Crofton led more than 5,000 Airmen across nine geographically separated units in five countries, overseeing $6.9 billion in protection-level assets and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)

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Spangdahlem AB welcomes new leadership and reaffirms mission readiness

Airmen assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing attend the 52nd FW change of command ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 30, 2025. During the ceremony, U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer took command of the 52nd FW from U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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Spangdahlem AB welcomes new leadership and reaffirms mission readiness

U.S. and German service members attend the 52nd Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 30, 2025. U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton, relinquished command of the 52nd FW to U.S. Air Force Col. William Lutmer during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Gretchen McCarty)

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Col. William D. Lutmer

The official portrait of Col. William D. Lutmer, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, current as of June 27, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Max J. Daigle)

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Col. Daniel R. Lindsey

The official portrait of Col. Daniel R. Lindsey, deputy commander of the 52nd Fighter Wing at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, current as of June 20, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Darius Frazier)

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Col. David A. Whitehorn

The official portrait for U.S. Air Force Col. David A. Whitehorn, commander of the 52nd Medical Group at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, current as of June 23, 2025. (Courtesy Photo)

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Fini flight honors 52nd FW commanders

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, smiles at 52nd FW members during his fini flight at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, May 19, 2025. The event celebrated Crofton’s final operational flight with the 52nd FW, recognizing his leadership in overseeing F-16 Fighting Falcon operations, multinational exercises, and readiness initiatives during his command at Spangdahlem Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

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Fini flight honors 52nd FW commanders

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, is carried by 52nd FW members during his fini flight ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, May 19, 2025. The ceremony consisted of a final flight and symbolic displays, such as water salutes and champagne sprays, to signify the completion of a command or operational flying role. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

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Fini flight honors 52nd FW commanders

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Crofton, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, taxis in an F-16 Fighting Falcon during his fini flight at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, May 19, 2025. The fini flight is a long-standing U.S. Air Force tradition that marks the final flight of an aircrew member’s current assignment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

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Fini flight honors 52nd FW commanders

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ley, 52nd Fighter Wing deputy commander, hugs his daughter following his fini flight at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, May 19, 2025. Upon completion of the flight, family, friends, and fellow Airmen gathered on the flightline to celebrate Ley’s leadership and dedication to the 52nd FW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

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