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27 Sep 2016
Luke fire fighter retrain life saving skills
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular diseases claim more lives than all forms of cancer combined. Every 90 seconds someone dies from cardiac arrest. Early recognition and high quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation is crucial to saving lives.On Sept. 20, 2016, the Luke Air Force Base Fire Department's leadership team held a
31 May 2016
Firefighter to fighter pilot
Firefighting takes teamwork, guts, commitment and the courage to go into harm’s way. Similarly, being a fighter pilot requires precision, skill and bravery to fly into combat and face off against an enemy.
8 Jan 2016
Keeping airfield clean, aircraft flying
There is one group of Airmen, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron heavy equipment operators, whose efforts have the potential to save the Air Force millions of dollars in aircraft repairs and keep pilots safe in flight."Whenever jets are flying we have a sweeper on standby just in case there is any FOD which could interfere with aircraft taking off," said
6 Jan 2016
Annual Biggest Loser Competition Kicks Off
The Biggest Loser weight loss competition and fitness program run by the personal trainers of the Bryant Fitness Center began Jan. 4, 2016, at Luke Air Force Base.The 6th annual competition lasts from January until April and offers both a kick start to a healthier lifestyle and prizes for competitors who lose the highest percentage of body fat by
21 Dec 2015
She has a need for speed
She runs the 1.5-mile run in 9:15 and she's placed first on all the 5-kilometer runs she's attended. Like a machine, she zones out and focuses on the task at hand--running."I've been running for 15 years," said Senior Airman Melissa Franks, 56th Aerospace Medicine Squadron flight medicine medical technician. "I started running as a means to get in
8 Dec 2015
Gone, never forgotten
Losing a loved one who served in the military can be devastating to a child, but one program aims to show children they're not alone and are still part of the military family.Thunderbolts from Luke Air Force Base participated as mentors in the Transition Assistance Program for Survivors camp Dec. 5 in Scottsdale."TAPS provides an opportunity for
8 Dec 2015
MWD handlers--more than just dogs
While most view dogs as pets, a select few Airmen view them as partners and the difference between life and death for more than just themselves. These Airmen are trained to deploy with Military Working Dogs who detect explosive devices in order to save the lives of other deployed members.One Airman came into the Air Force with the goal of becoming
30 Nov 2015
Air Force Academy LEAD visits Luke
The Air Force has officers to lead the enlisted core, and through programs such as the Leaders Encouraging Airman Development, enlisted Airmen can commission to second lieutenant. An Air Force Academy representative came to Luke Air Force Base, Nov. 17, 2015, to provide information about opportunities for young Airmen looking to commission in the
30 Nov 2015
Pediatric Clinic Airman aims for success
The U.S. Air Force has been a stepping stone for many Airmen. Some people join the Air Force to travel the world while others join for the money and medical benefits. Airman 1st Class Kaitlyn Straight, 56th Medical Group aerospace medical technician, had a different mindset before committing her life to the Air Force.Straight worked a full time job
30 Nov 2015
Lightning Leadership course opens to all personnel
Airmen from across the base gathered to learn about leadership techniques in a professional development program designed to promote leadership through a series of guided discussions on Nov. 19, 2015."Lighting Leadership Gold is about learning and growing together," said Master Sgt. Ida Bushey, 56th Force Support Squadron career assistance advisor.