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  • Airman 1st Class Alexander Cook, F-35 Heritage Flight Team public affairs, and Tech. Sgt. Brian Kimball, 501st Combat Support Wing photojournalist, pose for a photo with Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Gen. David Goldfein July 14, 2018 at Royal Air Force Fairford, England. As a member of F-35 HFT, Cook documents air shows around the world showcasing Air Force heritage.

    Taking advantage of opportunities

    Have you ever had an opportunity come up in your Air Force career that you were unsure of? Has the thought of failure kept you away from your full potential?
  • Members of the 62nd Fighter Squadron and 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit pose with Bo Jackson at Camelback Ranch during a visit to the Chicago White Sox spring training facility March 20, 2017. Jackson spoke about his appreciation for members of the military, including the importance of Luke Air Force Base to the Phoenix community. He also stressed upon the Airmen of Luke the importance of taking care of each other and focusing on "the little things."

    Bo Knows: It’s the little things

    Members of the 62nd Fighter Squadron and 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit recently had the opportunity to visit the Chicago White Sox spring training facility at Camelback Ranch. Twelve pilots, maintainers and squadron aviation resource management technicians spent four hours interacting with players and coaches during a pre-game practice.

  • Commentary: Critical thinking is the way of the future

    Many people in leadership positions, be it military or civilian, say education is the way of the future and believe through education problems can be solved, efficiency improved and the mission completed. I came from that world, graduating cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management. I found my analytical and

  • Character

    Character is what's deep inside each of us, it’s who we are on a daily basis, it's who we are when things go well and more importantly, when things go wrong. It’s who we are when we're in leadership positions, as well as with the family in our living rooms. Character is our moral and ethical strength; it is who we are when no one is looking.
  • Air Force Academy Superintendent Lt Gen Michelle Johnson signs the Martin Luther King Jr Proclamation on Jan 13, 2016 in honor of Black History Month (Air Force photo/Liz Copan)

    Academy celebrates African-American History

    This month, Lt. Gen. Michelle Johnson, the superintendent of the Air Force Academy, signed a proclamation in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and African-American History Month. Throughout January and February, several events have and will take place to commemorate and encourage reflection upon the national MLK theme of “Remember! Celebrate!

  • Improve yourself

    As the Holidays rapidly approach, many of us will reflect on our past year in the Air Force to see if it was time well-spent. We may look back at all we've done or haven't done, and decide whether or not we feel fulfilled; whether or not we have contributed to the mission, to our families, and to our investment in the future, both individual and

  • Improve yourself

    As the Holidays rapidly approach, many of us will reflect on our past year in the Air Force to see if it was time well-spent. We may look back at all we've done or haven't done, and decide whether or not we feel fulfilled; whether or not we have contributed to the mission, to our families, and to our investment in the future, both individual and

  • Building likability as a leader

    With the multitude of professional development courses we as Airmen attend, I just wanted to hit on some regularly discussed leadership behaviors. That said, we should also be striving to improve as we grow as leaders at all levels. These tips can be helpful whether you are leading peers or subordinates. Actively working on the following behaviors

  • Looking back: Industrial Revolution

    The Industrial Revolution changed the economic systems of the world. Without this transition in technology, our military wouldn't be the same today. Europe was the first to thrive in this new revolution through economic and social reforms starting in the 1850s and quickly spread around the world. People became richer and people were able to work

  • Breaking 90%

    "Lee, get off my track!" the instructor yelled. The time clock showed that 21 minutes had passed. Everyone in my flight was finished with the mile and a half run except me. I didn't finish. Before that we had been mock tested on the sit-up and push-up portion of the test. I performed six sit-ups and zero push-ups--zero! I could not believe I was
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-17 Jul
We’ve showed you tips for beating the heat, but make sure you look out for your furry friends, too! 🐶☀️ #summersafety #petsafety
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-16 Jul
Thunderbolts - have you heard there were updates to AFI 36-2903? Check out some of the major changes in this short video and then get smart on all of them by reviewing the full list here: https://go.usa.gov/xU9kX
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-16 Jul
Krav Maga instructors visited Luke Air Force Base last week to teach our Security Forces #defenders combative techniques that they can use in their daily operations to ensure the safety of themselves and our personnel. Upon completion of the seven-day Krav Maga training, the members became instructor certified to teach military and government employees.
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-15 Jul
Did you know the AFMS - Luke - 56th Medical Group​ operates a pharmacy in Scottsdale 2 days a week to better serve the beneficiaries in the east valley? Here’s what you need to know: 1️⃣ open Mon & Thur 0900-1500 2️⃣ located at 7301 E 4th St, Suite 7 Scottsdale AZ 3️⃣ call 623-856-3450 for assistance 4️⃣ to refill a prescription call 623-856-3969
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-13 Jul
Each week an Airman is recognized from the 56th Fighter Wing as the Thunderbolt of the Week for their outstanding performance and dedication to duty. Join us in congratulating the amazing Airmen of Thunderbolt nation!
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-12 Jul
Have you seen those scenes in movies where the computer geniuses track the bad guys trying to break into a network and stop them?! Well we just got our own version...kind of. 💻⛔️🔍 Luke's network security was recently upgraded with the Mission Defense Team reaching initial operating capability. The MDT monitors base network traffic and communicates any threats, anomalies, or suspicious activity. Learn more about how the Air Force is transforming Communication Squadrons to optimize #cyber security for weapons systems and networks.
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-11 Jul
“What this program is going to do is provide the stability for the AMU to produce a consistent turn-pattern of aircraft..to produce more pilots, more efficiently, with a higher quality of training.” As part of an effort to increase #F35 maintenance effectiveness and efficiency the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit created a team of unified maintenance Air Force specialties called Lightning Integrated Technicians. Learn how these #Airmen have exceeded Air Education and Training Command mission capable rates with fewer technicians than traditional manpower constructs. https://go.usa.gov/xUBHb
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-10 Jul
The U.S. Air Force F-35 Heritage Flight Team is heading to the UK to take part in the #RAF100 festivities this weekend!
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-10 Jul
Thunderbolts - don't make dinner plans for Thursday night...come out to Club Five Six and take part in the PF Chang's food truck!
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-09 Jul
We recently had the honor of hosting Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Donovan. During his visit he gained insight into #F35 training operations and served as the guest speaker for the 61st Fighter Squadron F-35A basic course graduation. ⭐️ Fun Fact! Under Secretary Donovan graduated from the 426th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron at Luke in 1983 as an F-15 Eagle pilot and his initial instructor pilot was an exchange officer from the Royal Australian Air Force. The #61FS continues the legacy of #Mateship and strengthening alliances today. 🇺🇸 🇦🇺 Read more here: https://go.usa.gov/xUWUC
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-07 Jul
“As you progress in your career and you advance in rank, you find that your responsibilities change and your role in the organization changes. You take what you get and you learn from it. Every experience you have, you take something away.” For DeLand, Fla. native Capt Kristi Machado her journey from college graduate to Enlisted Airman to Force Support Officer is one of optimism and pragmatism that led her to becoming the leader she is today. Read more here: https://go.usa.gov/xUjtp #KnowYourMil
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-05 Jul
Chief Wright just announced an update to the Enlisted Force Structure. Take a few min to review and if you have any questions let us know and we’ll do our best to get them answered.
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Luke56thFW-04 Jul
Hope everyone is celebrating big (and safe!) today! 🎇🇺🇸
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-03 Jul
We had a blast at LukeEvents Freedom Fest Friday night! If you couldn't make it or need more fireworks in your life here are a few place around the West Valley you can find them tomorrow night! 🎇Westgate Firework Fest | 5-9pm 🎇⚾️Surprise Fourth of July baseball game and fireworks | game starts at 5:30pm, fireworks 8:30pm 🎇Goodyear's Star-Spangled 4th | 6-10pm 🎇Buckeye's Old-Fashioned Independence Day Celebration | 7-9pm 🎇Red, White and Boom! at The Wigwam | 6-8:30pm 🎇Tolleson 4th of July Celebration | starts at 4pm 🎇Peoria's All-American Festival | fireworks at 9:15pm *some events are free and some require tickets so give them a quick google search to get all the details!* 📸: A1C Alex Cook
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-02 Jul
#DYK that servicemembers can register to vote by absentee ballot in whatever state they are a resident of? Watch this video from the Federal Voting Assistance Program - FVAP to learn more! You can also call the Luke A&FRC for help getting registered and requesting your ballot at 623-856-6550.
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-01 Jul
Every day we build fighter pilots. Airman Magazine recently spent time with the 54th Fighter Group to learn more about how we are helping the United States Air Force get after the complex issue of the pilot shortage.
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-29 Jun
Today we marked the end of our summer change of command season (13 this year!). Thanks again to all the outstanding leaders who departed for your contributions building the future of #airpower and welcome to all new commanders! Pics from all the ceremonies here at Luke (as well as many other events from around TBolt Nation) can be found on our Flickr page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/56fwpa/albums
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-28 Jun
Thunderbolts time for some #SummerSafety reminders! Even though we only hit 110 degrees 5 times so far in June (compared to 11 times from 2015-2017) it’s still hot enough to need to hydrate and wear your SPF every day. 🔥🔥🔥 What else do you do to stay cool?
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U.S. Air Force
Luke56thFW-27 Jun
Today Luke Air Force Base completed our 20,000th #F35 sortie! We continue to build the future of airpower with an amazing total force, partner nation and industry team! Congrats to all who played a part! 🇺🇸🇦🇺🇮🇹🇳🇴🇯🇵 944th Fighter Wing Air Force Reserve Luke AFB F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office F-35 Lightning II
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Luke56thFW-27 Jun
Last week Thunderbolts climbed dirt hills and dove into muddy waters as they took on the Jump in the Mud 5k. Learn how one Thunderbolt got out of her comfort zone and got more than a good workout from it. #mudrun #5K #thunderbolts LukeEvents
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@lukeafb-14 Nov
Training Exercise: Operation Jersey Wrath, is taking over the Arizona skies this week with aircraft from #DoverAFB,… https://t.co/Ir2MISllOo
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@lukeafb-13 Nov
@DouglasCP @28thBombWing Most of the footage is in Vegas but we made the video for our air show earlier this year! Good looking out!
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@lukeafb-13 Nov
You make it easy! 😎 https://t.co/GCg3U7muCi
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@lukeafb-13 Nov
#Airmen supported more than 30 events across the Valley this weekend in support of #VeteransDay. It was an honor to… https://t.co/MprEAdIy0W
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U.S. Air Force
@lukeafb-12 Nov
RT @usairforce: .@LukeAFB #K9 unit trained with @AZNationalGuard #Medics to familiarize themselves with giving dogs medical attention, gett…
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U.S. Air Force
@lukeafb-11 Nov
Luke AFB welcomed @espn @FirstTake for a special episode live from our own hangar! Take a peek at the highlights as… https://t.co/T1GCtPT4Za
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U.S. Air Force
@lukeafb-11 Nov
RT @AETCommand: From everyone in the First Command, we want to say thank you to all of our #veterans -- we are extremely proud of your serv…
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U.S. Air Force
@lukeafb-10 Nov
Make sure to stop by and hang out with our EOD team working a booth at ASU’s #SaluteToService tailgate! https://t.co/xI4cjkFyFJ
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@lukeafb-10 Nov
RT @willcain: These badasses stand between us and the bad guys. Wish I would’ve served. Instead my @Firsttake flight with the 309th “Mad Ma…
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@lukeafb-10 Nov
We loved having you! #wooo https://t.co/2fyZ036COI
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@lukeafb-10 Nov
Thanks for coming and seeing how we train the world’s greatest fighter pilots! #qqmf https://t.co/6ZdRSR37hm
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
RT @RioSaladoOnline: Happy anniversary to our @mcccd Military & Veteran Success Center West at @LukeAFB in @GlendaleAZ on its one year anni…
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
RT @AETCommand: Education is job #1! Members of the @AASAHQ recently visited @LukeAFB for an interactive visit w/the 56th FW to check out…
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
RT @AETCommand: Have a suggestion that would enhance the flying training community? Or a concern that needs to be addressed? Gen. Doherty,1…
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
Keep ‘em coming so we can keep training the world’s greatest #f35 pilots! 🇺🇸 🇦🇺 🇳🇴 🇮🇹 🇹🇷 🇳🇱 https://t.co/tSWDzIud3D
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
.@willcain Representing the 309th Fighter Squadron on @FirstTake 🤙🏼✈️😎 https://t.co/m10g4aogJy
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
RT @ddewitt33: Gettin’ it in AZ @LukeAFB today!!! https://t.co/cMK1CeJpDA
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
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@lukeafb-09 Nov
RT @JustineDeLuco: Hello Phoenix!! We have @FirstTake live from @LukeAFB this morning! #VeteransDay #AmericasHeroes https://t.co/Gc60q0tuWE

F-35 Heritage Flt Team