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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Norwegian partners served traditional foods for attendees of Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Smoked lamb and salmon were brought to showcase their traditional cuisine, alongside small banners and posters detailing their history. The 56th Fighter Wing, a base that trains the world’s best fighter pilots, received its first two Norwegian F-35A Lightning II aircraft in November 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Singaporean guests gather at the Italian display during Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Italian Air Force’s 156th Fighter Squadron was reactivated on July 3, 2024, using existing facilities of the F-35 Pilot Training Center. Italy is one of the six partner nations that train at the 56th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Service members and international partners stationed at the 56th Fighter Wing participated in Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Participating foreign countries prepared gift baskets with traditional keepsakes and food for a raffle open to all event attendees. Guests included military personnel from Luke AFB, along with their families and friends. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Republic of Singapore Air Force military personnel and their families prepare muah chee, a peanut butter mochi-like snack during Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This event provided an opportunity for foreign partners assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing and American service members to network and learn about each other's cultures. The event fostered camaraderie between Luke service members and partner nations, building a unified force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Brunost, a Norwegian sweet and salty cheese, and traditional chocolates were served at the Norwegian display during Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Royal Norwegian Air Force has been training its F-35A Lightning II pilots at the 56th Fighter Wing for almost a decade, training alongside other international F-35 pilots in addition to their training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Republic of Singapore Air Force Military Expert 1-2 Jun Wei Yap, 425th Fighter Squadron maintainer, directs guests during Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. During the event, partner nations stationed at the 56th Fighter Wing showcased traditional foods. Luke service members, families, and friends learned more about their allied countries and strengthened bonds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Allies and Partners Day 2025

Belgian partners assigned to the 312th Fighter Squadron distribute food and drinks from their home country to attendees of Allies and Partners Day, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Traditional beef stew, bread, cookies, and Belgian chocolate were among the foods representing Belgium. Belgium is the latest country to join the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke AFB, a base known for training the world's greatest fighter pilots and combat-ready Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley: Through It All, He Serves All

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Leray Smedley, poses for a photo after graduating Basic Military Training, Nov. 13, 2001, at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Smedley earned the Honor Graduate Ribbon during his time in BMT, a distinction awarded to only the top 10% of each training flight. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley: Through It All, He Serves All

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley, 13th Combat Air Base Squadron senior enlisted leader, and Tech. Sgt. Akeem Brown, 56th Communications Squadron client systems technician, laugh together, April 28, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Smedley makes sure to start his workday by greeting Airmen with handshakes and hugs, ensuring their well-being and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Tekorey Watkins)

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Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley: Through It All, He Serves All

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley, 13th Combat Air Base Squadron senior enlisted leader, hugs his fellow Airman, April 28, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Smedley makes sure to starts his workday by greeting Airmen with handshakes and hugs, ensuring their well-being and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Tekorey Watkins)

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Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley: Through It All, He Serves All

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley, 13th Combat Air Base Squadron senior enlisted leader, poses for a photo in his office, Mar. 31, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Smedley was selected for the rank of chief master sergeant., the highest enlisted rank in the U.S. Air and Space Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Tekorey Watkins)

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Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley: Through It All, He Serves All

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Leray Smedley, 13th Combat Air Base Squadron senior enlisted leader, poses for a photo in his office, Mar. 31, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Smedley was selected for the rank of chief master sergeant., the highest enlisted rank in the U.S. Air and Space Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Tekorey Watkins)

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From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Larry Covington (center), 56th Force Support Squadron catering craftsman, answers a question about food safety protocols during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The class cultivated practical life skills by building strong, well-rounded, and self-sufficient Airmen who are physically, mentally, and emotionally ready to face the challenges of tomorrow’s fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Collette Brooks)

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From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kaitlyn Moore, 56th Force Support Squadron resource advisor assistant, briefs Airmen on the importance of kitchen safety during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This class focused on building camaraderie and resiliency through cooking while increasing connection among the Airmen, particularly those living away from home for the first time in their lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Collette Brooks)

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From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

Kristen David, 56th Medical Group health promotion dietitian, briefs Airmen on the importance of nutrition during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Providing nutritional information throughout the class aided in enhancing the Airmen’s ability to prioritize care for health, supporting their adaptability in various duty environments, including deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Collette Brooks)

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From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Larry Covington (center), 56th Force Support Squadron catering craftsman, sautés vegetables during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Learning to cook together provides opportunities for Airmen to bond with peers, build friendships, and establish supportive social networks, strengthening their resilience and independence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Collette Brooks)

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From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kaitlyn Moore, 56th Force Support Squadron resource advisor assistant, serves an Airman a plate of food during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Providing Airmen with healthy food choices can help reduce the risk of illness and injury, keeping Airmen mission-capable. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Collette Brooks)

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From the Kitchen to the Fight: Building Readiness Through Cooking

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Larry Covington, 56th Force Support Squadron catering craftsman, plates food during a dorm cooking class, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The cooking class provided practical life skills that boost confidence and self-reliance, increasing personal resilience and contributing to overall readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Collette Brooks)

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Luke AFB EOD X-Ray Field Training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Zachary Vincent (right) and Kevin Hodgson (left), 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicians, survey the location of the explosive hazards during a field exercise, April 21, 2024, at Camp Navajo, Arizona. With data analyzed from the X-ray system, they strategize their next steps for safe retrieval. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB EOD X-Ray Field Training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kevin Hodgson, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, carries a new X-ray system during a field exercise, April 21, 2024, at Camp Navajo, Arizona. Representatives from Cuattro, developers of the EOD systems the Airmen are using, were on-site to instruct on the new system’s functions and capabilities. According to Cuattro, the X-ray provides a faster, better, and more reliable approach to EOD. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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