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Scott Air Force Base

Jared Anderson communicates with the control tower from a radio aboard a C-40C during his visit for the Pilot for a Day program July 7, 2011, at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. Jared, who is diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, was nominated to come to Scott and be a pilot for a day. The program gives seriously ill children a close up look at the Air Force. His day consisted of multiple events and tours to include a C-21A taxi ride, a military working dog demonstration, tower tour, and a ride in a flight simulator. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Brian J. Valencia)

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Photos: Pilot for a day returns to Scott

Published July 8, 2011
By Staff Sgt. Brian J. Valencia
375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs

SCOTT AFB, ILL. -- Jared Anderson, who is diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, was nominated to come to Scott and be a pilot for a day. The program gives seriously ill children a close up look at the Air Force.

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