Ricky Rupp
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Ricky N. Rupp is a United States Air Force lieutenant general who serves as the commander of United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force since August 26, 2021.[1] He most recently served as the commander of Air Force District of Washington. Previously, he was the director of operations of the United States Transportation Command.[2][3][4][5]
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1989–present |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
Commands held | United States Forces Japan Fifth Air Force Air Force District of Washington 320th Air Expeditionary Wing 22nd Air Refueling Wing 14th Airlift Squadron |
Awards | Air Force Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal (4) Legion of Merit |
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In July 2021, he was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as the commander of Fifth Air Force and the United States Forces Japan, succeeding Kevin Schneider.[6][7]