Luke AFB EOD X-Ray Field Training

A mock unmanned aerial system with simulated explosives (center) and a new X-ray system (left) are staged on a field during an exercise, April 21, 2024, at Camp Navajo, Arizona. U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 56th Fighter Wing arrived in northern Arizona to enhance their skills and train with new

From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Larry Covington (center), 56th Force Support Squadron catering craftsman, sautés vegetables during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Learning to cook together provides opportunities for Airmen to bond with peers, build friendships, and

AETC Commander Launches Immersive Learning Challenge to Airmen; Proposals Due May 15

The Commander's Challenge calls upon AETC units to develop innovative proposals that leverage immersive learning technology, like Dreamscape Learn, to transform their training programs. Submissions are due via email to AETC.ELE.Workflow@us.af.mil NLT 15 May 2025.

AETC Commander Launches Immersive Learning Challenge to Airmen; Proposals Due May 15

The Commander's Challenge calls upon AETC units to develop innovative proposals that leverage immersive learning technology, like Dreamscape Learn, to transform their training programs. Submissions are due via email to AETC.ELE.Workflow@us.af.mil NLT 15 May 2025.

Belgian Air Chief visits Luke AFB

General Notice: Potential Labor Dispute

A potential labor dispute exists between the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers and Lockheed Martin - Rotary and Mission Systems. The Air Force and Luke AFB adhere to a policy of strict neutrality on labor relation’s issues. All base personnel must remain impartial and not

Haboob Havoc 2025

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing, Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, performs a strafing run during Haboob Havoc, March 29, 2025, over Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona. Haboob Havoc is a total force competition that provides a way for pilots to demonstrate their

Luke AFB EOD Team Trains with Zambia

U.S. Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen assigned to the 56th Civil Engineering Squadron showcase their mission and train with Zambia Air Force and Army personnel, February 2025, in Livingstone, Zambia. The Airmen selected for the training event provided instruction on explosive safety,

Luke AFB concludes final U.S. F-16 divestment

The 56th Fighter Wing flew the final U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcon flight out of Luke Air Force Base, March 24, 2025, delivering it to the 16th Weapons Squadron at Nellis AFB.

Luke participates in Military Appreciation game

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Michelle Gagnon, 607th Air Control Squadron plans and programs flight chief, sings the National Anthem during the 2025 Military Appreciation game, Mar. 23, 2025 at the Camelback Ranch baseball complex, Glendale, Arizona. Airmen from Luke Air Force Base and the greater