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  • In the Wild Blue Yonder: Luke AFB jets in flight

    U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II’s assigned to the 61st Fighter Squadron and an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 309th Fighter Squadron, fly in formation, Jan. 19, 2024, over Luke AFB, Arizona. The F-35A is an agile, versatile, high-performance, 9 G-force capable multirole fighter that

  • AF Year in Photos

    This year's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This annual feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

  • 311th AMU conducts high-power engine immersion demonstration

    The 311th Aircraft Maintenance Unit conducted a high-power engine run maintenance immersion exercise on November 16, 2023, here.This demonstration offers an in-depth look for non-F-16 maintainers and non-maintenance personnel from across the base into the high-power maintenance procedures essential

  • 49th EMS sheet metals shop keeps Holloman’s F-16s mission ready

    Whether it's giving them new paint jobs or providing outlying repairs and inspections, the 49th Equipment Maintenance Squadron structural maintenance flight, or sheet metal, ensures that Holloman’s F-16 Vipers are structurally sound and mission ready.

  • Holloman | 49th CMS facilitates the production of hydrazine

    To enhance mission readiness, the 49th Component Maintenance Squadron facilitates the production of hydrazine, a colorless and highly reactive compound that is used for rocket fuel. Hydrazine is a backup fuel used in F-16 Vipers. When it’s released, it creates a chemical reaction that allows pilots

  • Luke AFB showcases aircraft at Mesa Aviation Day

    Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, showcased an F-35A Lightning II and F-16 Fighting Falcon at the Mesa Gateway Aviation Day, Jan. 24, 2023, in Mesa, Arizona.

  • Altus KC-135 supports Viper Demo Team

    A KC-135 Stratotanker from Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, refueled two F-16 Fighting Falcons enroute from Shaw AFB, South Carolina, Sept. 29, 2022.

  • Luke | Honorary commander takes flight

    Being an honorary commander affords many unique opportunities to those selected to represent their community in hopes of positively effecting public support. For Jill Kimmerle, the chance to fly in an F-16 Fighting Falcon was the highlight of her time as an honorary commander.