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  • Weapons load competition sharpens readiness at Luke

    The 56th Fighter Wing Load Crew of the Quarter trophy sits on a table during the first quarter weapons load competition, April 17, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The winner of the competition will be announced May 1 at the 56th FW’s first quarterly awards ceremony. Exercises like the weapons

  • DAF announces updates to Military Leave Program

    The Department of the Air Force released an update to DAFI 36-3003, Military Leave Program, on Feb. 26. The revision incorporates changes mandated by the Department of War and streamlines leave policies to ensure Airmen and Guardians are fully aware of their entitlements.

  • CSAF and CMSAF Highlight AETC’s Strategic Impact on Force Readiness

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe visited Ebbing Air National Guard Base and Goodfellow Air Force Base March 9-10 to see how Air Education and Training Command is preparing Airmen for the demands of the operational Air Force. The visit

  • Showcasing Skilled 308th AMU Airmen

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, pose in front of an F-35A Lightning II, Nov. 19, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. These Airmen embody the 56th Fighter Wing’s commitment to mission-ready Airmen through mastering the basics. Their expertise ensures a lethal

  • 59th Medical Wing explores new technology with SimX demo

    The 59th Medical Wing hosted a demonstration of SimX’s Virtual Reality Operational Medical Training at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, giving leaders and educators a chance to explore how immersive technology could support medical readiness.The SimX system, known as VALOR (Virtual

  • Warrior Fitness Club boosts 331 RCS readiness

    The 331st Recruiting Squadron, a geographically separated unit with 31 locations dispersed across four states, launched the Warrior Fitness Club, a voluntary initiative designed to strengthen the physical and mental resilience of its members while enhancing unit readiness.