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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, parks an F-16 Fighting Falcon after completing his final flight as the AFCENT commander April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit, or the last time they fly an aircraft. As the commander, Grynkewich leads AFCENT, in concert with partners, to deliver dominant Coalition combat power and integrated Command and Control to secure and stabilize the region. ((U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Chris Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, parks an F-16 Fighting Falcon after completing his final flight as the AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit, or the last time they fly an aircraft. As the AFCENT commander, Grynkewich is responsible for maintaining and fielding combat-ready forces in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Airman 1st Class Chelsea Kindle, 79th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, guides Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, to his parking spot as he completes his final flight as AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit, or the last time they fly an aircraft. As a combat-rated pilot within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Grynkewich maintains currency and capacity to fly combat operations alongside his deployed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, completes his final flight as the AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit, which includes a celebration with family and friends along the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, thanks Airman 1st Class Chelsea Kindle, 79th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, for her support to his final flight as the AFCENT commander April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. Crew Chiefs are responsible for maintaining aircraft readiness to ensure all components are in safe operating order, and their expertise is critical to enabling combat sortie generation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, speaks with Airman 1st Class Jose Burgos Arroyo, 79th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, after completing his final flight as the AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. Crew Chiefs are responsible for maintaining aircraft readiness to ensure all components are in safe operating order, and their expertise is critical to enabling combat sortie generation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, center right, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, and his spouse, Shannon Grynkewich, center left, pose for a group photo with AFCENT Airmen and senior leaders during Gen. Grynkewich’s final flight as the AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit, which includes a celebration with family and friends along the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Members of Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) congratulate Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, right, 9th AF (AFCENT) commander, during his final flight as AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit after a successful tour, which often includes celebrating among friends and family. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Lt. Gen. Grynkewich completes final flight as AFCENT commander

Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, and his spouse, Shannon Grynkewich, talk to their son via video call during Gen. Grynkewich’s final flight as the AFCENT commander, April 9, 2024, at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The fini-flight is an Air Force tradition marking pilots’ departure from a unit, which often includes a celebration among family, friends, and Airmen upon landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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New Task Force 99 commander

Lt. Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich, 9th Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, left, presides over a change-of-command ceremony in which Col. Robert G. Smoker succeeds Lt. Col. Erin K. Brilla as Task Force 99 commander during a ceremony at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, Feb. 23, 2023. Smoker joins the 9 AF (AFCENT) team from State College Air Station in Pennsylvania, most recently the commander of the 193rd Air Intelligence Squadron. Smoker and his team of Airmen who operate out of Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, will continue Task Force 99 efforts, working with vendors and leaders from academia and government agencies, as well as coalition partners, to innovate and experiment with technology in 9 AF (AFCENT)’s 21-country area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Javier Cruz)
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Cargo in, cargo out

Airmen assigned to the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron are taking part in quick reaction team training focusing on how to properly inspect cargo prior to being loaded onto an aircraft at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 8, 2021. This type of training aids the Airmen with getting accustomed to operating within the spectrum of their career field and ensure they are ready to go at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kristine Legate)
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Cargo in, cargo out

Airmen assigned to the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron are taking part in quick reaction team training focusing on how to properly inspect cargo prior to being loaded onto an aircraft at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 8, 2021. This type of training aids the Airmen with getting accustomed to operating within the spectrum of their career field and ensure they are ready to go at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kristine Legate)
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Cargo in, cargo out

Airmen assigned to the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron are taking part in quick reaction team training focusing on how to properly inspect cargo prior to being loaded onto an aircraft at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 8, 2021. This type of training aids the Airmen with getting accustomed to operating within the spectrum of their career field and ensure they are ready to go at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kristine Legate)
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Cargo in, cargo out

An Airman assigned to the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron quick response team (QRT) operates a forklift at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 8, 2021. The 387th QRT operated a variety of cargo transferring machinery as part of a training exercise that expanded their multifunctional abilities needed for forward deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn J. Ergish)
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Cargo in, cargo out

An Airman from the 387th Air Expeditionary Wing quick response team (QRT) directs a teammate during cargo vehicle training at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 8, 2021. This training equips the QRT with the multifunctional skills needed to complete a broad spectrum of jobs within their unit, preparing them to forward deploy in small groups when the mission requires it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn J. Ergish)
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Cargo in, cargo out

An Airman from the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron quick response team (QRT) directs a teammate during cargo vehicle training at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 8, 2021. This training equips the QRT with the multifunctional skills needed to complete a broad spectrum of jobs within their unit, preparing them to forward deploy in small groups when the mission requires it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn J. Ergish)
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Cargo in, cargo out

An Airman from the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron quick response team (QRT) performs a joint inspection on a vehicle at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 7, 2021. The 387th QRT completed joint inspection training to ensure their readiness in determining the space needed for expediting cargo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn J. Ergish)
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Cargo in, cargo out

Tech. Sgt. D’Angelo Evans, 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron special handling technician, instructs the 387th Air Expeditionary Squadron quick response team on how to perform joint inspections on cargo at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, Feb. 7, 2021. Joint Inspections are performed on all cargo and equipment to determine the weight and amount of cargo space it will need on an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn J. Ergish)
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Air National Guard supports airlift operations at Ali Al Salem

A C-17 Globe Master III taxis past a C-130 Hercules at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, July 3, 2019. The units are currently deployed here providing tactical airlift to the Central Command Area of Responsibility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Capt. Stephen Hudson/Released)
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Air National Guard supports airlift operations at Ali Al Salem

U.S. Air Force C-130s from the Montana and Connecticut Air National Guard currently assigned to the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing sit side by side on the tarmac at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, July 3, 2019. The units are currently deployed here providing tactical airlift to the Central Command Area of Responsibility. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Capt. Stephen Hudson/Released)
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