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  • Lucky number 13 graduate from class 07-ABC

    Saturday, thirteen of the U.S. Air Forces' newest Viper pilots will culminate seven months of demanding training and receive their graduation certificates. Class 07-ABC from the 61st Fighter Squadron "Top Dogs" will join the ranks of a select group of aviators fortunate enough to fly the F-16. They

  • Phoenix military and veterans hospitality room now open

    Sky Harbor Airport now has a place for traveling veterans to relax.  Last October, the volunteer hosts at the Phoenix Military and Veterans Hospitality Room greeted their first guest. Since its opening, the hospitality room, located in Terminal 2, has provided comfort to more than 1,500 traveling

  • Mosquito Surveillance program buzzes around Luke

    West Nile Virus and other mosquitoborne diseases that can lead to serious illness or death can be a concern this time of year. However, positive steps are taken each year at Luke to prevent mosquito infestations that could lead to infections. Maj. Gabrielle Childs, 56th Aerospace Medicine Squadron

  • Thunderbolt of the Week: Staff Sgt. Allen Gould

    Staff Sgt. Allen Gould, Detachment 12, 372nd Training Squadron,Military Training Flight chief Hometown: Glen Ellyn, Ill. Years in service: 10 Education: Pursuing a Community College of the Air Force degree Previous assignments: Kadena Air Base, Japan; Hill Air Force Base, Utah Inspirations: My

  • Family advocacy helps parents understand stress

    Luke's Family Advocacy Outreach Program helps parents learn skills to cope with the stresses of parenthood. Classes offered are New Parent Support, Dads 101 and 1-2-3 Parent Magic, according to Frank Pavone, 56th Fighter Wing Medical Operations Squadron Family Advocacy Program manager. Education

  • Luke Chief on hand for Tuskegee commander's visit to Al Asad, Iraq

    AL ASAD AIR BASE, Iraq -- "For a brand new Air Expeditionary Group, from when you stood up in January until now, you've accomplished your mission in the proud and professional manner that is your legacy as Tuskegee Airmen," said Brig. Gen. Robin Rand, commander of the famed 332nd Air Expeditionary

  • Pilot for day gets eyeful, earful

    A 7-year-old boy became pilot for a day May 4 when he visited the 62nd Fighter Squadron, and was put through the rigors of a full day of pilot training. Christian "Champ" Simmons is being treated at Phoenix Children's Hospital for leukemia.  He was selected to participate in the Pilot-For-a-Day