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  • The first Belgian F-35A arrives at Luke AFB

    The first Belgian F-35A Lightning II arrived at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, Dec. 3, 2024. This milestone marks the beginning of Belgium’s transition from the F-16 Fighting Falcon to the advanced F-35A, ushering in a new era for the Belgian Air Component.

  • Luke Leaders Serve Holiday Meal

    U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, carves a turkey during a Thanksgiving meal, Nov. 28, 2024, at the dining facility on Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The tradition of 56th FW leadership serving holiday meals exists to demonstrate gratitude and leadership, while

  • Cadets Take Flight: AFROTC Cadets Soar Aboard C-17 at Luke AFB

    Air Force ROTC cadets from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University had the opportunity to board a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III, Nov. 21, 2024 at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, where they gained valuable insights into airlift operations and witnessed the capabilities of the F-35A Lightning II

  • Luke says farewell to F-16 sims

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Donald Huggins, 69th Fighter Squadron instructor pilot, welcomes attendees to a farewell ceremony for the last F-16 Fighting Falcon simulators, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Currently under decommissioning, the simulators have been used since 1975 and

  • Desert Hammer Ignites Airmen Readiness

    Exercise Desert Hammer, hosted by the 944th Fighter Wing and joined by Airmen from the 56th Fighter Wing, sharpened Airmen readiness by immersing them in realistic deployment scenarios and cross-training them across multiple specialities to enhance adaptability in austere environments.

  • EOD engages in 137th Memorial Workout

    U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Robbie Laney, 56th Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician, lifts a barbell during the 137th EOD Memorial Workout, Nov. 22, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event commemorates the fallen Airmen of EOD, reflecting on their sacrifices. It serves as a reminder of the

  • SMSgt. Brian Williams: the man of iron

    Senior Master Sgt. Brian Williams' career began in 2001 as a security forces Airman and has been defined by his resilience and dedication. Despite surviving severe injuries from an IED explosion in Afghanistan in 2012, including the loss of his leg, he fought to remain on active duty. Williams has

  • Luke AFB leadership recognizes chief master sgt. selects

    U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Cristoforo Ceroni (right), 607th Air Control Squadron operations superintendent, and Senior Master Sgt. Brian Williams (left), 56th Security Forces Squadron superintendent, smile for a photo with their chief master sergeant promotion plaques, Nov. 5, 2024, at Luke

  • Salute on the Track

    Three A-10C Thunderbolt II’s assigned to the Tucson Air National Guard, honor guardsmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing (left), the Air Force Singing Sergeants (right), and U.S. Air Force Air National Guard Major Nathan Tarr (center), 161st Air Refueling Wing chaplain, perform the opening ceremony

  • Retired Maj. Gen. Leonard, homeschoolers visit Luke AFB

    Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Brook Leonard, prior 56th Fighter Wing commander (2016-2018), and a group of homeschooled students from the local area tour the flightline, Nov. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Leonard served in the U.S. Air Force until 2022, retiring out of Peterson Space