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  • Many players join Luke in Operation Swift Savior

    The 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron and the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center collaborated to make history Sept. 16 through 20 during Operation Swift Savior, a patient evacuation exercise, at Luke Air Force Base.The exercise scenario began with a simulation of the president of the United States

  • CES pulls flag on CONS, crushing victory

    The 56th Civil Engineer Squadron flag football team achieved a victory against the 56th Contracting Squadron Sept. 26 at the Luke Air Force Base Bryant Fitness Center football field.Both teams began strong as they wrestled for yardage and the first touchdown. After a long battle the 56th CONS took

  • How Luke AFB services are affected by the government shutdown (and other FAQ)

    Note: This information is current as of Tuesday morning, Oct. 8 Support functions:- The Commissary is OPEN as of 9 a.m. Monday morning- The Base Exchange and Shoppette will remain open- The Bryant Fitness Center, Club Five Six, Falcon Dunes Golf Course, Fighter Country Inn and Thunderbolt Lanes will

  • Chief has left the building

    The decision was made. He was ready to retire and prepare for his life outside of the U.S. Air Force when he received a nomination to serve as the 2nd Air Force command chief.From a newly enlisted Airman in 1988 to the present command chief of a training wing, Chief Master Sgt. David Staton prepares

  • Luke commemorates POW/MIA day

    Many Americans often take their freedom for granted. They have the feeling that this gift was always there and forget the profound price paid for freedom.An event was held at Luke Air Force Base Sept. 20 that served as a reminder that a high price was, and still is being paid for the freedoms we

  • Luke Book Group enjoy lively discussions

    In the middle of the day, people from all walks of life gather at the Luke library for some fun. In a circle surrounded by books and enough information for the most avid reader, the Luke Book Group for adults meets up to enjoy lively discussions, food and each other's company. As part of the quality

  • Red Cross helps dental profession

    A journey that started almost a year ago came to completion Sept. 19 when two Red Cross volunteers finished their training with the 56th Dental Squadron."The two Red Cross volunteers, Alexandra Chopek and Lupe Dorantes, have been an integral part of the 56th DS team," said Capt. Elizabeth McCourt,

  • FSS basketball team wins intramural championship

    The 56th Force Support Squadron battled the Logistics Readiness Squadron team during the intramural basketball championship game Sept. 18 at the Luke Air Force Base Bryant Fitness Center gym. FSS won the title 41-38.FSS finished the regular season with a record of 8-3 and LRS with a record of 6-5.

  • LRS prepares to receive next generation aircraft

    Many units on base are beginning to change the way they do business as Luke Air Force Base transforms to incorporate the F-35 training mission.One of the units changing is the 56th Logistics Readiness Squadron materiel management flight."Not only does the F-35 arrival affect maintenance and

  • Emergency Management Flight: Keeping Thunderbolts at ready

    September is National Preparedness Month. Sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Preparedness Month encourages Americans to prepare, plan for and stay informed about emergencies. Airmen with the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Readiness and Emergency Management Flight are