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  • U.S. Ambassador to Canada Visits Luke Ahead of Future RCAF F-35 Training

    The United States ambassador to Canada visited Luke Air Force Base this week to observe F-35 training operations and meet with Airmen and leaders supporting U.S. and partner-nation pilot training. The visit comes as Luke prepares to support future Royal Canadian Air Force F-35 pilot training, with

  • Phoenix Leaders Join 56th Fighter Wing for Simulated Deployment

    The 56th Fighter Wing hosted more than 50 honorary commanders for a simulated overnight deployment at the Barry M. Goldwater Range on Jan. 22, 2026, providing participants a firsthand look at the capabilities and precision of airpower operating across southern Arizona.

  • Maricopa County Law Enforcement visit the 56th FW

    A delegation of local Police Chiefs tours the flightline at the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, Jan. 6, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided the law enforcement leaders an opportunity to engage directly with maintenance Airmen and gain a deeper understanding of the technical

  • Six at Luke AFB Selected for Top Enlisted Rank

    U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. selects, pose for a photo after it was announced they were selected for promotion, Jan. 7, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Earning the rank of Chief Master Sgt. represents the highest level of achievement within the enlisted force. Chiefs serve as trusted

  • Luke Honors Fallen with Memorial Workout

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jack Roscoe, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, briefs Airmen on details regarding an annual memorial workout, Dec. 19, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The workout serves as a tribute to fallen EOD Airmen, honoring their sacrifice

  • Luke AFB and 161st LRS Execute $15.5M Munitions Offload

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing and the 161st Logistics Readiness Squadron operate K-Loaders and tractor trailers to transport munitions cargo from a Boeing 747 during a Special Assignment Airlift Mission, Dec. 19, 2025, at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Arizona.

  • Luke Air Force Base Honor Guard Ceremony

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Maria Berardo (left), 56th Force Support Squadron commander, and Senior Airman Elias Kokalis (right), 56th Fighter Wing honor guardsman, returns a salute during a coin presentation, Dec. 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The ceremony highlighted Airmen who