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Explore the incredible story of Paul S. Lasen (USAFA '59), the oldest living graduate, who returned to the cockpit for a flight with the Thunderbirds at age 83.

Explore the incredible story of Paul S. Lasen (USAFA '59), the oldest living graduate, who returned to the cockpit for a flight with the Thunderbirds at age 83.

Return to the Wild Blue Wonder

From flying 128 combat missions in Vietnam to reclaiming his place in the sky at age 83, Paul S. Lasen (Class of 1959) exemplifies the spirit of the Academy’s pioneers. Read about his historic flight with the Thunderbirds and his journey as the oldest living graduate of the Long Blue Line.

A tribute to Col. Max Miller ’59—USAFA’s first class, 600 combat missions, and a lifetime of service bridging generations and traditions.

A tribute to Col. Max Miller ’59—USAFA’s first class, 600 combat missions, and a lifetime of service bridging generations and traditions.

“Make Every Day Count” Col. Max Miller ’59 Reflects on 70 Years of USAFA Legacy

On July 11, 1955, Col. Max Miller stepped into history as one of USAFA’s first cadets. Seventy years later, he’s still serving, mentoring, and inspiring.

“A lifetime of flying, leading and serving with Major General Hank Canterbury,” Lightspeed Executive Vice President and instrument-rated private pilot, Teresa De Mers, hosts USAFA Class of 1959 General Hank Canterbury. Hank tells funny and poignant stories of his 30-year career in the US Air Force and as a family man.

“A lifetime of flying, leading and serving with Major General Hank Canterbury,” Lightspeed Executive Vice President and instrument-rated private pilot, Teresa De Mers, hosts USAFA Class of 1959 General Hank Canterbury. Hank tells funny and poignant stories of his 30-year career in the US Air Force and as a family man.

Interview with Hank Canterbury: Flying, Leading, Serving

Major General Hank Canterbury shares his Air Force Aviation career and how he qualified as the overall top aviator graduate of the USAFA.

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