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  • Bioenvironmental - Protecting the health and safety of all Thunderbolts

    In order to keep the more than 200 Luke F-16s up and flying, some Airmen are frequently exposed to chemicals, that if not monitored could become a health risk. To protect the Air Force's greatest asset at Luke, a squadron of 15 Airmen specializes in dealing with those types of issues. According to

  • New AZ DUI law gets tougher

    Arizona just got tougher on convicted DUI offenders and Brig. Gen. Tom Jones, 56th Fighter Wing commander, said Luke Airmen should take note. Last Friday, a bill was signed into law requiring drivers with a bloodalcohol content above .20 percent to spend 45 days in jail without any time

  • Quick tips to a healthier back

    Recurring back pain resulting from improper body mechanics or other nontraumatic causes is preventable. To help prevent injuries, engage in exercises that don't jolt or strain the back, always maintain correct posture and lift objects properly. Exercise may be the most effective way to correct low

  • Thunderbolt of the Week: Airman 1st Class Jason Lord

    Airman 1st Class Jason Lord, 56th Logistic Readiness Squadron, Refueling Unit OperatorHometown: Douglasville, Ga. Years in service: One Inspirations: My family Goals: To get a college degree and make senior airman below-the-zone Greatest feat: Passing my career development courses Self-description:

  • Commander addresses T-Bolts

    Brig. Gen. Tom Jones, 56th Fighter Wing commander, voiced his praises and concerns during commander's calls at the base theater and Club Thunderbolt May 14 through 18. While General Jones took the stage to recognize the accomplishments of outstanding Thunderbolts and organizations that contributed

  • Luke team kicks sand with AVP pros

    In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Luke members were teamed with members of the Association of Volleyball Professionals in an exhibition game Saturday at Westgate City Center in Glendale. "This is our first time involving the military," said Meg Bruno, event coordinator. "It's not very often

  • Airmen provide humanitarian aid

    GUELMIM, Morocco - More than 3,700 Moroc cans were treated by 37 American military members as part of an April 15 to 30 humanitarian assistance visit to Morocco called African Lion 2007. Airmen of the 944th Medical Squadron from Luke and other active duty and Reserve members of sister services

  • Thunderbolt of the Week: Senior Airman BryanStrole

    Senior Airman Bryan Strole, 63rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, Crew chief Hometown: Wake Forest, N.C. Years in service: Two Education: Rio Salado Community College, pursuing a bachelor's degree in technical management Inspirations: God and my family Goals: To obtain my bachelors degree and immediately

  • 101 Critical Days of Summer about to begin

    The 101 Critical Days of Summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, are a great time of year in Thunderbolt country.  Personal Responsibility - Personal Safety is this year's theme. Every Airman needs to take time to evaluate the importance of safety precautions for themselves and others. Our pools are

  • Warrior Weekly

    The ability to stop an aircraft in trouble when landing is paramount to the safety of Luke's pilots and Airmen.  The 56th Civil Engineer Squadron power production shop maintains the aircraft arrest system or barrier. The barrier is a thick cable with rubber donut-looking pieces to hold the cable off