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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shayne Carroll, 309th Fighter Squadron commander, shows a commemorative photo box to the family of Maj. Troy L. Gilbert during the Troy Gilbert Elementary School ribbon-cutting ceremony in Waddell, Arizona, Aug. 28, 2026. The presentation celebrated Gilbert's sacrifice and highlighted the unbreakable bond between Luke Air Force Base and the local community that continues to honor his service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

New elementary school strengthens Luke AFB, local community connection

Senior Airman Albert Morel
A scale model of an F-4 Phantom II sits displayed on a table during a Luke Air Force Base Scale Modeling Club visit to the Airman Leadership School at Luke AFB, Arizona, Aug. 10, 2026. The detailed model bridged generational gaps to pass down historical aviation lessons, helping future leaders build a stronger commitment to mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Albert Morel)

Forging the Next Generation of Lethal Combat Power Through Heritage

Senior Airman Albert Morel
Two U.S. Airmen walk out onto a flightline.

Passing the Torch: a commander’s final flight crosses paths with student pilot’s first in the F-35
Volunteers help military families pick first day of school outfits during the Back to School Bash held at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, July 14, 2026.

Luke AFB Chapel Hosts Back to School Bash
A U.S. Airman renders his first salute while assuming command of a Fighter Wing.

56th Fighter Wing ushers in new era under new commander, reassigned to Air Combat Command
Airmen assigned to the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron work together to establish a stable source of electricity during a Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force exercise.

Prime BEEF Training Drives Expeditionary Readiness for Luke Civil Engineers

Airman 1st Class Rebecca Wagner & Senior Airman Albert Morel
U.S. Air Force Col. Darryl Hebert, 56th Mission Support Group commander, left, receives the unit guidon from Lt. Col. Chris Bahrij, 13th Combat Air Base Squadron commander, during the squadron's inactivation ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, June 16, 2026.

13th Combat Air Base Squadron’s mission legacy

Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins

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