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Luke F-35s, F-16s train daily

An F-16D Fighting Falcon assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron prepares for takeoff, Dec. 15, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 310th FS, which adopted its “Tophat” nickname in 1987, was originally activated Feb. 9, 1942, in Harding Field, Louisiana, where it flew the P-39 Airacobra and the P-40 Warhawk. There are four F-35A Lightning II fighter squadrons and four F-16 fighter squadrons that directly support the base’s mission of training the world’s greatest fighter pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brooke Moeder)

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Luke F-35s, F-16s train daily

An F-16D Fighting Falcon assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron taxis onto the runway, Dec. 15, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. During training, the forward cockpit is used by a student pilot with an instructor pilot in the rear cockpit. There are four F-35A Lightning II fighter squadrons and four F-16 fighter squadrons that directly support the base’s mission of training the world’s greatest fighter pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brooke Moeder)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Senior Airman Kevin Bates (left) and Staff Sgt. Crysta Bass, 310th Aircraft Maintenance unit weapons load crew members, inspect an F-16 Fighting Falcon, June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Approximately 280 personnel from the 310th AMU and back shops including sheet metal, metals technology, aerospace ground equipment and fuels work together to maintain 310th Fighter Squadron operations. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Butler)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Airmen assigned to the 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit perform maintenance on an F-16 Fighting Falcon, June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Approximately 280 personnel from the 310th AMU and back shops including sheet metal, metals technology, aerospace ground equipment and fuels work in conjunction to maintain 310th Fighter Squadron operations. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Butler)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Senior Airman Robert Paul, 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit engine technician, communicates with maintainers while performing a post-flight inspection on an F-16 Fighting Falcon, June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Maintenance Airmen work three shifts and often work weekends and holidays providing around-the-clock support to fighter squadrons. AMUs ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Butler)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Senior Airman Jack Hettich, 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics technician, takes inventory of drill bits June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. AMU Airmen follow strict guidelines for tool accountability to ensure flightline safety. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Butler)

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Nighttime on the flightline

An F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron is ready for maintenance June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Maintenance Airmen work three shifts and often work weekends and holidays ensuring around-the-clock support to fighter squadrons. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Nighttime display panels illuminate the backseat control panel of an F-16D Fighting Falcon assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron, June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The F-16’s systems were tested after a night flying training mission. Maintenance Airman ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Staff Sgt. Timothy Clark, 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics technician, maintains an F-16D Fighting Falcon, June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The AMU includes crew chiefs, weapons, electrical and environmental, avionics and engine specialty Airmen that work together to maintain operations. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron “Tophats” sits in a hangar June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The AMU includes crew chiefs, weapons, electrical and environmental, avionics and engine specialty Airmen that work in conjunction to maintain operations. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Airman 1st Class Jack Gearhart, 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, performs maintenance on an F-16D Fighting Falcon, June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The AMU includes approximately 280 personnel including crew chiefs, weapons, electrical and environmental, avionics and engine specialty Airmen that work in conjunction to maintain operations. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Airmen from the 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit transport an F-16D Fighting Falcon to the flightline June 23, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The 310th AMU has approximately 280 personnel who are responsible for 27 F-16’s. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

An F-16C Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron, taxis after a flight June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. F-16 pilots train to fly and fight in all conditions; night flying is a critical capability for around-the-clock combat operations. More than 70 F-16s are assigned to Luke AFB to enable the wing’s mission of training the world’s greatest fighter pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

Airman 1st Class Blake Davidson, 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit assisted dedicated crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon into position after a flight June 24, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Maintenance Airmen work three shifts and often work weekends and holidays providing around-the-clock support to fighter squadrons. AMUs ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Nighttime on the flightline

An F-16C Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 310th Fighter Squadron, parks after a flight June 23, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Approximately 280 personnel are assigned to the 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit where Airmen provide around-the-clock support to the 310th FS. Maintenance Airmen ensure mission success through their daily duties which include inspecting, repairing, troubleshooting, performing scheduled maintenance and loading munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Leala Marquez)

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Pilots mark 50-year reunion learning about the future of airpower

Maj. Hunter Powell, 63rd Fighter Squadron F-35 Lightning II instructor pilot, gives a mission brief to the Undergraduate Pilot Training class of 1967 April 12, 2017, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The group visited the squadron as part of their 50-year reunion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Hensley)

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Pilots mark 50-year reunion learning about the future of airpower

Maj. Hunter Powell, 63rd Fighter Squadron F-35 Lightning II instructor pilot, talks to the Undergraduate Pilot Training class of 1967 about how F-35 pilots train at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The pilots visited the 63rd FS April 12, 2017 and were briefed on what the F-35 does at Luke and how it impacts the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Hensley)

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Pilots mark 50-year reunion learning about the future of airpower

Maj. Hunter Powell, 63rd Fighter Squadron F-35 Lightning II instructor pilot, and the Undergraduate Pilot Training class of 1967 pose for a group photo after visiting the 63rd FS April, 12, 2017, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The UPT class was able to see the F-35 up close and learn how Luke is building the future of airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Hensley)

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F-35 Weapons Loading

Weapons load crew members from the 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit, 309th AMU, 310th AMU, and the 425th compete during the 4th quarter weapon's loading competition Dec. 18 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. This quarter featured the first time the F-35 was used in the competition against the F-16 Fighting Falcon at Luke.

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