# @af_academy on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DEVJURczCCc
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/25787304-af-academy-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-01-02T16:45:45.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** U.S. Air Force Academy (@af_academy) — https://gondola.cc/af_academy

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Today, we mourn the loss of Cadet 1st Class K. Emily Jean Foster, 23, of Eagle, Idaho. 

Emily passed away on Tuesday while at home with her family due to complications from brain tumors that were discovered on Dec. 14, 2024. 

Emily was a member of the Class of 2025, a Geospatial Sciences major, a soaring instructor pilot with the 94th Flying Training Squadron, and a graduate of our Prep School. She was selected to attend pilot training following graduation.

“We were deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of our teammate, Cadet First Class K. Emily Jean Foster, over the holiday break. She was a stellar cadet, leader, mentor and friend throughout her time here at the Academy and we are shaken by her loss. We will support Emily’s family, Cadet Squadron 14, her friends and colleagues and the entire Academy team during this difficult time.”- Academy Superintendent Lt Gen Tony Bauernfeind.

A full complement of support services including Academy chaplains, mental health professionals, leaders, and others are in place for cadets, faculty and staff.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Emily's family, friends and loved ones. Emily, may you find blue skies and tailwinds as you rest forever in peace.

#NeverForgotten #Preppies4Life

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