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June 10, 2021
Luke AFB hosts Desert Challenge

The Luke Air Force Base Bryant Fitness Center hosted the annual paralympic ‘Desert Challenge Track and Field Training Camp’ May 23, 2021.
June 9, 2021
56th LRS increases productivity through Rapid Maintenance

In an effort to help increase the efficiency of flightline maintenance operations, the 56th Logistics Readiness Squadron opened a Rapid Maintenance Annex in April located near the flight line.With the addition of the annex, Airmen from the vehicle maintenance flight can expedite minor repairs or
May 20, 2021
Denmark F-35A embarks on first training flight over Luke AFB

The Royal Danish Air Force achieved a milestone in the F-35 training program by using a Denmark-owned F-35A Lightning II for the first time in a training flight over Luke Air Force Base, May 5, 2021.
May 18, 2021
Luke AFB observes National Police Week

Airmen from Luke Air Force Base Honor Guard participate in the S.S. Mayaguez Memorial Retreat Ceremony, May 14, 2021, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Established by Congress in 1962, National Police Week honors law enforcement officers who have lost their life in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by
May 14, 2021
Luke AFB improves launch and recovery with new app

The Air Force prioritizes searching for new ways to streamline processes, track progress and increase efficiency as a whole. Members of the 56th Fighter Wing introduced a new way of completing the mission through the Spark Cell Initiative,KILA.
April 26, 2021
First Danish F-35s land at Luke AFB

Royal Danish Air Force pilots delivered the first two RDAF F-35A Lightning II fighter jets to Luke Air Force Base, April 13, 2021, in preparation of pilot training. The aircrafts, assigned to the 308th Fighter Squadron will eventually be joined by five other Danish F-35s for use in the F-35 training
March 30, 2021
Two Luke K-9s retire after honorable service

Airmen from the 56th Fighter Wing participate in a military working dog retirement ceremony March 19, 2021, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Boss and Rango, 56th Security Forces Squadron military working dogs, retired after seven and eight years of service, respectively. As the Air Force prepares to
March 23, 2021
Luke Defenders and Local Law Enforcement Train for Real-World Integrated Response

During a base-wide exercise Feb. 26, 2021, the Luke Command Post Giant Voice System announced “Lockdown, Lockdown, Lockdown - Real-World Incident” triggering a full-scale emergency response.While almost everyone on the base sheltered in place, the screams of sirens and racing vehicles showcased the
March 5, 2021
Active Shooter Exercise Prepares Luke First Responders

Luke Airmen participate in an active shooter exercise Feb. 26, 2021, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The exercise took place at the Bryant Fitness Center, and evaluated the training, readiness and capability of Luke Airmen to respond to an active shooter threat. Exercises ensure Airmen meet
March 5, 2021
56th Fighter Wing Airman Grants 56 Wishes for Children

Community involvement and selfless service are common attributes of service members, and one Airman at Luke Air Force Base set the bar high in granting children’s wishes through the Make-A-Wish foundation.

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