Jan. 9, 2019 National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day On January 9th of each year, our nation’s citizens celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. To all of our 56th Security Forces Defenders, we thank you for your around the clock effort as we train the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat ready Airmen.
Jan. 2, 2019 Emerald Knight’s Shine Restored After closing its doors more than three years ago, the 308th Fighter Squadron, also known as at the Emerald Knights, was reactivated at Luke Air Force Base in November 2018.
Dec. 26, 2018 Hope Fills the Heart Hope can come in many forms, and for the children who visited Luke Air Force Base for the “Day of Hope”, December 21, 2018, hope came from the Airmen of the 56th Fighter Wing.
Dec. 20, 2018 41 years of DOD service, comes to an end for this aviation enthusiast With a black camping chair, a sack of cold sandwiches, and a very large camera, Harvey Brugger, 56th Operation Support Squadron air traffic controller, sits between runways, doing what he loves: aviation photography.
Dec. 19, 2018 Defenders partner with local law enforcement for annual Shop with a Cop In a celebration of holiday spirit, members of the 56th Security Forces Squadron helped children from low-income families pick out toys during the annual Glendale Shop with a Cop charity event, Dec. 15, 2018, at Glendale, Ariz.
Dec. 18, 2018 Healthier Food Starts Early Little thunderbolts at the youth center learned about healthy options for snacks and meals. "Go foods" have a huge impact on how our children stay happy and healthy.