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Luke AFB Airmen Attend 2025 Tower Challenge

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, swears in new U.S. Air Force and Space Force recruits at the 2025 Tower Challenge at Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona, Sept. 6, 2025. Over 20 new recruits took part in the Oath of Enlistment which signifies a service member's commitment to military service and upholding the U.S. Constitution. The swear-in represents the warfighters of tomorrow carrying on the mission from the fallen heroes who came before them.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Rebecca Wagner)
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Luke AFB Airmen Attend 2025 Tower Challenge

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, descends stairs while participating in the 2025 Tower Challenge at Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona, Sept. 6, 2025. Participants of the challenge climbed 110 floors around the arena in honor of the first responders who ascended the Twin Towers during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. The attacks on the World Trade Center claimed 2,977 lives, including over 400 firefighters and police officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Rebecca Wagner)
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Dorm Management: Building Community and Support for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mariah Lindsey, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron unaccompanied housing airman dorm leader, grabs a key to a dorm room, Sept. 3, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Dorm Management extends far beyond simply maintaining facilities. The team organizes base-wide cleaning events, encouraging Airmen to take pride in their environment and contribute to the overall quality of life across Luke AFB. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Dorm Management: Building Community and Support for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Wioland Slavin, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Unaccompanied Housing superintendent, shows an airman how to use a portable air conditioning unit, Sept. 8, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. ADL’s recognize that Airmen sometimes need support outside the scope of housing. It is not uncommon for Airmen to come to Dorm Management looking for advice on finances, mentorship, or simply someone to listen to when life feels overwhelming. ADL’s ensure that Airmen have the tools necessary to tackle problems head on and achieve excellence. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman First Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Dorm Management: Building Community and Support for Airmen

U.S. Air Force 56th Civil Engineer Squadron Dorm Management Team, stand in front of the unaccompanied housing building, Sept. 8, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Dorm Management’s structure ensures Airmen have multiple levels of leadership prepared to help them. At the peer level, the Dorm Council and Dorm President represent the voice of the Airmen, bringing forward ideas, concerns, and initiatives to improve day-to-day life. Airman dorm leaders bridge the gap between dorm residents and leadership, mentoring Airmen, maintaining standards, and reinforcing a culture of excellence. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman First Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Dorm Management: Building Community and Support for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. John Cooper, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron unaccompanied housing non-commissioned officer in charge, briefs an Airman on dorm etiquette, Sept. 3, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Unaccompanied Housing, better known as dorm management, plays a vital role in supporting the Airmen of Luke Air Force Base by providing more than just a place to live. Dorm management fosters an environment where Airmen feel connected, supported, and empowered to succeed in their careers. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Dorm Management: Building Community and Support for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mariah Lindsey, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron unaccompanied housing airman dorm leader, executes a dorm inspection, Sept. 3, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Unaccompanied housing, better known as dorm management, plays a vital role in supporting the Airmen of Luke AFB by providing more than just a place to live. Dorm management fosters an environment where Airmen feel connected, supported, and empowered to succeed in their careers. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Dorm Management: Building Community and Support for Airmen

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. John Cooper, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron unaccompanied housing non-commissioned officer in charge, briefs a group of Airmen, Sept. 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Unaccompanied housing, better known as dorm management, plays a vital role in supporting the Airmen of Luke AFB by providing more than just a place to live. Dorm management fosters an environment where Airmen feel connected, supported, and empowered to succeed in their careers. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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19th AF Leadership Explores Projects Enhancing Combat Capabilities

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder (center left), 19th Air Force commander, Chief Master Sgt. Keith Scott (center right), 19th Air Force command chief, take a photo with the Fighter Country Innovation team, Aug. 22, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kreuder and Scott observed several of the Fighter country innovation projects, including hands-on demonstrations and discussions with Airmen leading the initiatives. They also met with members of Spark Cell to learn how their work enhances combat capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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19th AF Leadership Explores Projects Enhancing Combat Capabilities

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, reviews a Fighter Country Innovation C-4 replica, Aug. 22, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Fighter Country Innovation, commonly referred to as Spark Cell, is a team of developers at Luke AFB that serves as the core for creative process improvement and advancing capabilities in direct support of Airmen and mission readiness across the wing. The organization focuses on developing and implementing solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen Luke’s ability to train the world’s greatest fighter pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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19th AF Leadership Explores Projects Enhancing Combat Capabilities

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, reviews a Fighter Country Innovation project, Aug. 22, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Fighter Country Innovation, commonly referred to as Spark Cell, is a team of developers at Luke AFB that serves as the core for creative process improvement and advancing capabilities in direct support of Airmen and mission readiness across the wing. The organization focuses on developing and implementing solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen Luke’s ability to train the world’s greatest fighter pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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New Eight-Ship Simulator Capability at Luke Drives Combat-Ready Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, Chief Master Sgt. Keith Scott, 19th Air Force command chief, and Staff Sgt. Tawny Parnell, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron training supervisor, take a photo with the 56th EMS, Aug. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kreuder and Scott were given a tour of the 56th EMS, and leadership nominated Parnell as their top performer, upon which she was recognized and coined for her outstanding dedication to duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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New Eight-Ship Simulator Capability at Luke Drives Combat-Ready Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Keith Scott, 19th Air Force command chief, take a photo with 56th Civil Engineering Squadron unaccompanied housing airman dorm leaders, Aug. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kreuder and Scott toured Luke AFB dorms to assess the conditions the Airmen were living in to ensure Airmen have a safe, supportive environment to thrive in. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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New Eight-Ship Simulator Capability at Luke Drives Combat-Ready Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Keith Scott, 19th Air Force command chief, review operations at the 607th air control squadron, Aug. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kreuder and Scott toured Luke AFB 607th air control squadron, which trains and develops Airmen to operate command and control systems, providing critical battle management for air operations worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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New Eight-Ship Simulator Capability at Luke Drives Combat-Ready Airmen

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Keith Scott, 19th Air Force command chief, engages in a conversation, Aug. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Scott serves as the 19th Air Force command chief, advising the commander on the readiness, training, and development of more than 32,000 enlisted Airmen. During his visit to Luke AFB, he engaged with Airmen and emphasized the importance of their role in the training mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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New Eight-Ship Simulator Capability at Luke Drives Combat-Ready Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, speaks to the leadership of the 56th Fighter Wing, Aug. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kreuder was the 56th Fighter Wing commander from May 2020 to July 2022. His visit on behalf of the 19th Air Force focused on engaging with Airmen, observing operations, and reinforcing the wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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New Eight-Ship Simulator Capability at Luke Drives Combat-Ready Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 19th Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jose Negron, 56th Maintenance Group senior enlisted leader, shake hands in the headquarters conference room, Aug. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Kreuder was the 56th Fighter Wing commander from May 2020 to July 2022. His visit on behalf of the 19th Air Force focused on engaging with Airmen, observing operations, and reinforcing the wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)
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Dedicated to Excellence: Luke AFB's Top Airmen Reflect on Service, Leadership and Purpose

U.S. Air Force Maj. Lewis Bloom, 56th Fighter Wing deputy chief of advanced programs, prepares an F-35A Lightning II for take-off, Aug. 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Bloom supports the wing’s mission through oversight of specialized operational programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Rebecca Wagner)
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Dedicated to Excellence: Luke AFB's Top Airmen Reflect on Service, Leadership and Purpose

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jacakori Burbank (center), Luke Honor Guard program manager, instructs Senior Airman Jesus Gerard (left), Luke Honor Guard guardsman, and Senior Airman Ian Crispen (right), Luke Honor Guard lead trainer, on flag-folding procedures, Aug. 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Luke Honor Guard performs ceremonial duties at military and civilian events across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Rebecca Wagner)
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Dedicated to Excellence: Luke AFB's Top Airmen Reflect on Service, Leadership and Purpose

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jacakori Burbank, Luke Honor Guard program manager, stands in front of a poster, Aug. 14, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Burbank leads the base’s Honor Guard, a specialized team that upholds Air Force traditions through precision drill and ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Rebecca Wagner)
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