# @af_academy on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjn7MYAtm6t
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/8950865-af-academy-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/thumbnails/d1016e2f95.jpg
- **Posted:** 2022-10-12T18:31:53.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** U.S. Air Force Academy (@af_academy) — https://gondola.cc/af_academy

## Caption

Cadets gave first responders from Custer County Search and Rescue a rousing round of applause last week -  recognizing them for their life-saving rescue of a cadet. 

Last spring several cadets were hiking in southern Colorado when one lost his footing and fell over 200 feet down a steep embankment.  His fellow cadets called for help and Custer County personnel were among those who safely reached the cadet, provided critical medical care and got him to a hospital. 
The cadet involved in the accident is continuing his recovery at home after an extended stay in the hospital and treatment and rehabilitation at a VA medical center. 

Community partnerships are vital to the Academy - from supporting our military members and families to responding to emergencies on and off base.  We appreciate the relationships we have with agencies and organizations across the Colorado Springs area. 
#wingmen #community

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