374th AW commander's farewell fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, pilots a C-130J Super Hercules during his final flight over mainland Japan, July 8, 2024. As commander of the 374th AW, Roddan was responsible for eighteen squadrons in the Department of Defense’s only tactical airlift wing in the Pacific theater, with Airmen stationed in Japan, Singapore, and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, flies a C-130J Super Hercules alongside 1st Lt. Sarah Cathey, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J pilot, during his final flight over mainland Japan, July 8, 2024. As a command pilot with over 4,100 hours in the C-130E and C-130J, Roddan maintained currency and capacity to fly tactical airlift operations alongside his assigned forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Sarah Cathey, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilot, flies a C-130J during the final flight of Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, over the Pacific Ocean, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron flies along the coast of the Izu Peninsula, Japan, July 8, 2024. The C-130J was the second aircraft in a two-ship formation for the final flight of Col. Andrew Roddan as the 374th Airlift Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Sarah Cathey, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilot, flies a C-130J during the final flight of Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, toward the Izu Peninsula, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, pilots a C-130J Super Hercules during his final flight over mainland Japan, July 8, 2024. During his command of the 374th AW, Roddan continued to meet requirements as a C-130 instructor pilot, completing flights in support of operational missions throughout his tour of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, pilots a C-130J Super Hercules during his final flight over the Izu Peninsula, Japan, July 8, 2024. During his command of the 374th AW, Roddan continued to meet requirements as a C-130 instructor pilot, completing flights in support of operational missions throughout his tour of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

An Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron conducts final approach at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8 ,2024, during Col. Andrew Roddan’s, 374th Airlift Wing commander, final flight. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, exits a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron after his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, is sprayed with champagne following his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. As commander of the 374th AW, Roddan was responsible for eighteen squadrons in the Department of Defense’s only tactical airlift wing in the Pacific theater, with Airmen stationed in Japan, Singapore, and Australia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, is sprayed with champagne following his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, is sprayed with champagne following his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, is splashed with water following his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, is splashed with water following his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, was doused in champagne and water following his final flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, completed his final flight over mainland Japan, July 8, 2024. The final flight — also known as a fini flight — is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft.

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight

Col. Roddan completes fini flight