EOD: A job for the Air Force’s best and bravest

Few tasks require as much attention to detail as disarming an explosive device. When called upon, the 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal flight supports the wing’s mission of training the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat ready Airmen by performing tactically and

Lightning Integrated Technicians Make Strides in the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit

The 2018 Luke initiative to increase F-35A Lightning II maintenance efficiency through the creation of a team of unified maintenance specialties called Lightning Integrated Technicians has expanded to all 120 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit Airmen and maintenance on 15 F-35As.

F-16 Fighting Falcon Heritage Aircraft gets New Look with Vintage Style

The former 56th Fighter Wing flagship F-16 Fighting Falcon, tail number 89-2056, got a paint job and it’s taking its new look to the skies above Luke Air Force Base, Ariz.

New Air Traffic Control Trainer Course better prepares Airmen to control the skies

The Air Force recently developed an Air Traffic Control Trainer Course, the first trainercourse designed for a specific career field, to improve retention rates.

Metals Technology: Innovating the future of airpower

From aircraft parts to specialized tools, the Airmen at the 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology flight manufacture and fix any asset that comes their way.

F-35 Demo Team develops new ground performance

While the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team pilot and commander Capt. Andrew “Dojo” Olson has been hard at work refining the aerial maneuvers for their all-new demonstration, the maintainers have also been practicing their newly developed ground performance.

Mountain Home AFB Civic Leaders visit Luke

Mountain Home AFB Civic Leaders visit Luke

Netherlands Chief of Defense visits Luke

A Tragedy Felt by Many

Tragedy is a part of life. But what can make or break an individual is how they deal with such tragedies.

Team Luke essential part of AF development, hosts Revitalizing Squadron Task Force

As the largest fighter wing in the world, Luke AFB often has the responsibility of sharing important practices and methods stemming from the innovation of our Airmen – both in and out of uniform.