4 Feb 2015

F-35 nears completion of all-weather testing

For the past four months, an F-35 Lightning II has endured extreme weather temperatures to certify the fleet to deploy to any corner of the world.

30 Jan 2015

Luke 1 takes last Viper ride

Brig. Gen. Scott Pleus, 56th Fighter Wing commander, took his last flight in an F-16 Fighting Falcon Jan. 23 symbolizing another step forward in realizing Luke Air Force Base's new mission -- training the world's greatest F-35 fighter pilots."My last flight in an F-16 is a personal milestone, but it also represents a big change for all the 56th

30 Jan 2015

Luke AMU assigns first F-35 dedicated crew chiefs

A crew chief's role is crucial in today's Air Force.Crew chiefs have played an invaluable part through the advancement of aviation over the past 100 years. They are technically proficient in most, if not all, aspects of aircraft maintenance and work with specialized maintainers to keep aircraft flying and mission capable. Without crew chiefs, the

29 Jan 2015

Lackland MDW Gateway Academy graduates first class of innovators

The inaugural class of the 59th Medical Wing's Gateway Academy at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center graduated Jan. 14, 2015, marking a first for an organization whose quest is to bring innovative thinking to patient health care.The Gateway Academy launched in November 2014. Developed by the 59th MDW's Gateway Innovation Center, the curriculum

29 Jan 2015

Biomedical Sciences Corps is celebrating their 50th Anniversary

The Air Force designated Jan. 26 to 30 as Biomedical Sciences Corps Appreciation Week, to recognize and highlight the achievements of the men and women who comprise the BSC.Please join the Air Force in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the BSC and recognizing the contributions of these outstanding men and women who dedicate their lives to improve