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  • Photos: Arizona legislators visit Luke Air Force Base

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. John Marshall, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, briefs Arizona Legislative representatives on funding requests, March 19, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kim and her team discussed the 56th FW’s mission, capabilities, and issues impacting Luke AFB and its

  • Graduating the future of flight: Class 25-07

    Twenty-three U.S. Air Force officers were awarded the coveted silver wings as a symbol of their hard work and training during a graduation ceremony held March 20, 2025.

  • Luke AFB participates in Bamboo Eagle 2025

    The 13th Combat Air Base Squadron participated in exercise Bamboo Eagle, a large-scale operation consisting of multiple eight-day exercises conducted across various locations and major commands within the U.S. Air Force, last month at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida.

  • Clearing Skies, Protecting Lives: 56th Fighter Wing Air Traffic Control

    Air traffic controllers at Luke Air Force Base safeguard pilots and ensure successful training missions by coordinating the safe movement of aircraft, including F-35A Lightning IIs. They manage complex airspace, make critical decisions under pressure, and adapt to evolving threats to keep the Air

  • Crusader Challenge 25-01

    U.S. Airmen assigned to Maxwell Air Force Base participate in the Crusader Challenge March 14, 2025. The Crusader Challenge is a five-day readiness exercise for Airmen, helping them build cohesiveness, teamwork and honing combat skills through various challenges.

  • Junior NCOs step up to lead the U.S. Air Force

    From a childhood marked by instability, Staff Sgt. Michael Arumugam found purpose and belonging in the U.S. Air Force. Discover how his journey of personal growth culminated in a moving ceremony celebrating his promotion to NCO and his commitment to mentoring the next generation of Airmen.