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  • VH1 brings Super Bowl concert to Luke

    Hundreds of Thunderbolts waited in line, some with faces painted and signs ready, in anticipation of seeing their favorite artists -- Fall Out Boy and Charli XCX.The VH1 and Papa John's Super Bowl Blitz: A Concert for the Troops event was hosted by Nick Lachey, former 98 Degrees band member, in

  • 'First Faces' shines light on Thunderbolt

    A Luke Thunderbolt has been nominated for the First Faces award, a monthly Air Education and Training Command Chaplain Corps program that honors Airmen who do great work that highlights diversity while doing the mission.Airman 1st Class Arta Rexhepi, 56th Medical Group public health technician, has

  • FSS squeaks by AAFES 49-44

    The 56th Force Support Squadron basketball team took on the Army and Air Force Exchange Service basketball team Jan. 28 at Luke Air Force Base and picked up a 49-44 victory.The 56th FSS stayed on top, but the game got closer as halftime approached. The first half ended with a score of 20-23."We

  • Luke 1 takes last Viper ride

    Brig. Gen. Scott Pleus, 56th Fighter Wing commander, took his last flight in an F-16 Fighting Falcon Jan. 23 symbolizing another step forward in realizing Luke Air Force Base's new mission -- training the world's greatest F-35 fighter pilots."My last flight in an F-16 is a personal milestone, but it

  • 61st AMU assigns first F-35 dedicated crew chiefs

    Even though being a crew chief may not seem like the most rewarding, their role is crucial in today's Air Force.Crew chiefs have played an invaluable part through the advancement of aviation over the past 100 years. They are technically proficient in most, if not all, aspects of aircraft maintenance

  • Luke hosts NFL Pro Bowl practice

    NFL Pro Bowl players came to the Luke Air Force Base football field January 22 to practice and sign autographs for service members and their families.Since 1938, the Pro Bowl has been an NFL tradition during which players are selected by the coaches, players themselves, and the fans. Players who are

  • Chrach saves lives, earns recognition

    "He has supported U.S. Secret Service missions for the president and vice president, as well as then Secretary of State Hillary Clinton," said Richard Harris, 56th Security Forces Squadron kennel master.This would be an impressive resume for any Airman, but tack on identifying a couple of improvised

  • Civilian answers AF call, gets dream job

    There are many reasons why people join the Air Force. Some do it for the educational benefits, while some join to travel the world and find adventure.For Kristina Inocencio, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron engineer technician, the Air Force is her calling.Inocencio worked as a pharmacy technician and

  • MDOS heartbeat of MDG

    The experts say it's OK not to be OK. The experts say those who get help and don't give up are the ones who make it through the tough times.The 56th Medical Operations Squadron plays an important role in helping and giving hope to those who need it in the Luke Air Force Base community."We operate as