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    Dust Devils Turn the Page: VX-31 Welcomes New Commanding Officer [Image 5 of 13]

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    CHINA LAKE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    03.06.2025

    Photo by Michael Smith 

    Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division

    Fire trucks spray a water-arch salute over Cmdr. Christopher “Murdock” Putre’s F/A-18F Super Hornet following his final flight as VX-31’s commanding officer at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake on March 6, 2025. The tradition symbolizes the conclusion of his tour leading the squadron. VX-31 supports the fleet by testing modifications and integrating advanced weapons systems. (U.S. Navy photo by Michael L. Smith)

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    Date Taken: 03.06.2025
    Date Posted: 03.10.2025 19:22
    Photo ID: 8907223
    VIRIN: 250306-N-TC277-1130
    Resolution: 5472x3648
    Size: 2.29 MB
    Location: CHINA LAKE, CALIFORNIA, US

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