U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright, 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group commander, addresses the crowd during the 53rd WEG change-of-command ceremony at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2018. During his remarks, Boatright spoke of the importance of family and service as he looks forward to his new position. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Lance A. Wilkins, 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group outgoing commander, addresses the crowd during the 53rd WEG change-of-command ceremony at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2018. During his remarks, Wilkins spoke of fond memories he had while commanding the 53rd WEG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 325th Fighter Wing Honor Guard present the American Flag during the singing of the national anthem at the 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group change-of-command ceremony at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2018. Change of command ceremonies are a military tradition where the responsibility for squadrons, groups or wings are passed from one party to the other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. David Abba, 53rd Wing commander provides remarks before the 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group change-of-command ceremony at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2018. During his remarks, Abba focused on the accountability and responsibility that comes with commanding the 53rd WEG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon cockpit reflects the American Flag prior to the 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group change-of-command ceremony at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2018. The ceremony symbolized the passing of command from Col. Lance A. Wilkins, 53rd WEG outgoing commander to Col. Steven M. Boatright, 53rd WEG incoming commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen salute the American Flag during the 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group change-of-command ceremony at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., July 12, 2018. Prior to most official functions, such as a change of command, members will render the proper salute while the National Anthem is played. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook/Released)

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New leadership in weapons evaluation

Published July 24, 2018
By Airman 1st Class Solomon Cook
325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. --

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd

U.S. Air Force Col. Steven M. Boatright assumes command of 53rd