Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacob Moniz (center left), 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron lead production superintendent, shows the Honorable Michael Duffey (center), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, the handmade tools that the 56th Fabrication Flight uses for the F-35A Lighting II Jan 21,2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided Department of War leaders with direct insight into how training and operations are executed at Luke AFB. In return, Luke Airmen gained the opportunity to share on-the-ground perspectives that help inform enterprise-level decisions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (center), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses aircraft maintenance operations with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Wilson (right), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit senior enlisted leader, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided Department of War leaders with direct insight into how training and operations are executed at Luke AFB. In return, Luke Airmen gained the opportunity to share on-the-ground perspectives that help inform enterprise-level decisions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (center right), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses the canopy of an F-35A Lighting II with 56th Fighter Wing Airmen, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke Airmen execute operational support functions that enable the safe and effective training of future F-35 pilots. Their professionalism and repeatable execution ensure consistent standards that translate into readiness across the force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (left), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses aircraft maintenance operations with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Wilson (right), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit senior enlisted leader, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Duffey looks over how the Department of War equips forces with modern, reliable and sustainable systems. Him seeing Luke AFB’s training infrastructure firsthand supports long-term readiness and maximizes the return on defense investments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (left), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses aircraft maintenance operations with U.S. Air Force Capt. Alexis Andros (right), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Wilson (middle), 62nd AMU senior enlisted leader, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Duffey oversees Department of War acquisition efforts that shape how the military fields, sustains, and modernizes critical weapon systems. His visit to Luke AFB highlighted how fifth-generation fighter training directly informs acquisition priorities and ensures capabilities align with operational needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

Published Jan. 28, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins
56 FW/PA

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacob Moniz (center left), 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron lead production superintendent, shows the Honorable Michael Duffey (center), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, the handmade tools that the 56th Fabrication Flight uses for the F-35A Lighting II Jan 21,2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided Department of War leaders with direct insight into how training and operations are executed at Luke AFB. In return, Luke Airmen gained the opportunity to share on-the-ground perspectives that help inform enterprise-level decisions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)