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190th Air Refueling Wing

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190th ARW Innovation Readiness Training at Aviano AFB

190th Air Refueling Wing

May 19, 2023 | 3:34

The 190th ARW did Innovation Readiness Training at Aviano AFB. During this time multiple Airmen give their viewpoint on working at an overseas active duty AFB

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