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479th Flying Training Group’s “Aviator of the Day” Ava Seymour receiving her honorary wings at a graduation ceremony in the Naval Aviation Museum. Ava was pinned on by Captain Jose Soto, 479th FTG instructor, “The most meaningful honor I’ve been given in my Air Force career” said Soto referring to awarding Ava her wings, April 18, 2025, at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida. The “Aviator for a Day” program opens its hangars to children battling serious medical challenges, offering them a chance to suit up, take flight in simulators, and receive honorary aviator wings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Captain Laura Kane)
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