Deputy USAFE/AFAFRICA commander to take over Air Mobility Command

By Shelley K. Mesch / July 24, 2024 at 5:05 PM

Lt. Gen. John Lamontagne has been nominated to become commander of Air Mobility Command, pending Senate confirmation, the Defense Department announced today.

Lamontagne, who would be elevated to general, is the current deputy commander for U.S. Air Forces Europe and Africa.

He will replace Gen. Mike Minihan, who is set to retire later this year.

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