Strengthening Laughlin's partnerships and the future of Air Power

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness (middle), 17th Training Wing commander, sits in a T-6A Texan II simulator while a group of Airmen watch during a tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 9, 2024. Laughlin’s flight simulators provide a controlled environment for practicing various flight scenarios. The tour highlighted the existing collaboration and paved the way for future joint endeavors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

Strengthening Laughlin's partnerships and the future of Air Power

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness (left), 17th Training Wing commander, sits in a T-6A Texan II simulator while a group of Airmen watch during a tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 9, 2024. Student pilots use flight simulators to enhance skills and techniques between flights. The tour facilitated an exchange of best practices and experiences, enabling both training wings to explore opportunities for improvement in training programs and support systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

Strengthening Laughlin's partnerships and the future of Air Power

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander, sits in a T-6A Texan II simulator during a tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 9, 2024. Laughlin’s flight simulators closely mimic realistic flight experiences, and aids pilots in practicing scenarios not replicable in actual flights. The tour aimed to create a forum for dialogue on how to improve inter-base cooperation, addressing any challenges and leveraging strengths for mutual benefit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

Strengthening Laughlin's partnerships and the future of Air Power

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 17th Training Wing and 47th Flying Training Wing discuss flight simulator operations during a tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 9, 2024. Student pilots utilize flight simulators to experience and react to situations that are challenging or hazardous to replicate in actual flight conditions. The tour aimed to strengthen partnerships and foster collaboration in developing the next generation of Air Force leaders and pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

Strengthening Laughlin's partnerships and the future of Air Power

U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness, 17th Training Wing commander, sits in a T-6A Texan II simulator during a tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 9, 2024. Laughlin’s advanced flight simulators offer realistic scenarios including aircraft malfunctions and changing weather to build confidence and competence in student pilots. The tour aimed to strengthen partnerships and foster collaboration in developing the next generation of Air Force leaders and pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)

Strengthening Laughlin's partnerships and the future of Air Power

Published Feb. 12, 2024
By Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman
47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- U.S. Air Force Col. Angelina Maguinness (middle), 17th Training Wing commander, sits in a T-6A Texan II simulator while a group of Airmen watch during a tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 9, 2024. Laughlin’s flight simulators provide a controlled environment for practicing various flight scenarios. The tour highlighted the existing collaboration and paved the way for future joint endeavors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keira Rossman)