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Defense Attaché’s Visit Luke

Defense attachés from 17 allied and partner nations and U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing pose for a group photo in front of an F-35A Lightning II during a base visit, June 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The attachés visited Luke AFB to deepen cooperation on F-35 training and integration. The attachés, representing nations from Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania, received an in-depth look at how the United States and its partners are advancing fifth-generation fighter integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Defense Attaché’s Visit Luke

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, greets attachés from allied and partner nations when they arrive for a base visit, June 1, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Defense attachés from 17 allied and partner nations visited Luke AFB to deepen cooperation on F-35A Lightning II training and integration. The attachés, representing nations from Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Oceania, received an in-depth look at how the United States and its partners are advancing fifth-generation fighter integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Richard McManus)

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Defense Attaché’s Visit Luke

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, greets Hungarian Air Force Brig. Gen. Laszlo Szego, Hungarian Air Force defense and air attaché, during a base visit, June 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. While at Luke, the delegation received a wing mission brief, participated in a roundtable discussion with Brig. Gen. Berkland, toured two fighter squadrons, experienced F-35 tabletop simulators, visited an F-35 aircraft, and walked the flight line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Defense Attaché’s Visit Luke

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, hosts a roundtable discussion with defense attachés from allied and partner nations during a base visit, June 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The roundtable focused on how Luke integrates international partners into F-35A Lightning II operations and training pipelines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Defense Attaché’s Visit Luke

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kyle Sellner, 56th Training Squadron director of operations, guides Royal Australian Air Force Air Commadore Amy Beck, RAAF air attaché, in the use of an F-35A Lightning II tabletop simulator during a base visit, June 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. While at Luke, the delegation received a wing mission brief, participated in a roundtable discussion with Brig. Gen. Berkland, toured two fighter squadrons, experienced F-35 tabletop simulators, visited an F-35 aircraft, and walked flight line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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425th Change of Command Ceremony 2025

Republic of Singapore Air Force military members stand by during the 425th Fighter Squadron Change of Command Ceremony, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 425th FS conducts advanced F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot and maintenance training, integrating U.S. Airmen with RSAF members. This collaborative training environment at Luke AFB is essential for building shared defense capabilities and enhancing integration for future operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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425th Change of Command Ceremony 2025

Republic of Singapore Air Force and U.S. Airmen observe the transfer of command from Lt. Col. Robert Hilby to Lt. Col. Andrew Bolint on the exterior of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the 425th Fighter Squadron Change of Command Ceremony, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Bolint is responsible for all phases of combat training for F-16 Fighting Falcon aircrew, which includes the Republic of Singapore Air Force Foreign Military Sales personnel. Through its support of the 425th FS, Luke AFB actively contributes to strengthening international partnerships and global security cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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425th Change of Command Ceremony 2025

U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 56th Operations Group commander, hands the guidon to Lt. Col. Andrew Bolint, incoming 425th Fighter Squadron commander, during the 425th FS Change of Command Ceremony, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Bolint is now responsible for all phases of combat training for F-16 Fighting Falcon aircrew, which includes the Republic of Singapore Air Force Foreign Military Sales personnel. Luke AFB regularly hosts foreign air force detachments, strengthening international partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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425th Change of Command Ceremony 2025

U.S. Air Force key leadership assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing bow their heads in prayer at the 425th Fighter Squadron Change of Command Ceremony, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The squadron focuses on training Republic of Singapore Air Force’s F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots. Luke AFB regularly hosts foreign air force detachments, strengthening international trust. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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425th Change of Command Ceremony 2025

U.S. Air Force Honor Guard members assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing present the colors during the 425th Fighter Squadron Change of Command Ceremony, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 425th FS, also known as the “Black Widows,” was activated at Luke AFB on Dec. 30, 1992. This squadron operates with a composition of U.S. Airmen and RSAF military and civilian personnel, a first of its kind at Luke AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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425th Change of Command Ceremony 2025

Republic of Singapore Air Force military members attend the 425th Fighter Squadron Change of Command Ceremony, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 425th FS, also known as the “Black Widows,” was activated at Luke AFB on Dec. 30, 1992. This squadron operates with a composition of U.S. Airmen and RSAF military and civilian personnel, a first of its kind at Luke AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by A1C Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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AFAS leadership visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Retired Maj. Gen. Edward Thomas Jr., Air Force Aid Society chief executive officer and his wife, Dinah Thomas, AFAS lead spouse, pose for a photo with 56th Fighter Wing First Sergeants, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base Arizona. Edward Thomas and his wife Dinah met with First Sergeants from the base to discuss the aid functions available to Airmen through the nonprofit and to receive firsthand feedback on how to expand their accessibility and capability further. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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AFAS leadership visits Luke AFB

Dinah Thomas, Air Force Aid Society lead spouse, looks to her husband, Retired Maj. Gen. Edward Thomas Jr., AFAS chief executive officer, while they speak to 56th Fighter Wing First Sergeants, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Edward Thomas and his wife Dinah met with First Sergeants from the base to discuss the aid functions available to Airmen through the nonprofit and to receive firsthand feedback on how to expand their accessibility and capability further. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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AFAS leadership visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Retired Maj. Gen. Edward Thomas Jr., Air Force Aid Society chief executive officer and his wife, Dinah Thomas, AFAS lead spouse, visit 56th Fighter Wing First Sergeants, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The couple also visited the Military and Family Readiness Center to meet with Airmen becoming first time parents to let them know what funds AFAS has available to help them through this major life transition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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AFAS leadership visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Airmen and spouses smile during Retired Maj. Gen. Edward Thomas Jr., Air Force Aid Society chief executive officer’s visit at the Military and Family Readiness Center, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The AFAS was founded in 1942 as the official nonprofit of the Air Force and aims to be the first stop to help Airmen and their families. In 2024, AFAS granted over $14 million dollars in individual assists alone to over 15,000 Airmen and Guardians and their families across the Total Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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AFAS leadership visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Retired Ma. Gen. Edward Thomas Jr., Air Force Aid Society chief executive officer, speaks to first time parents in the Military and Family Readiness Center, May 30, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The AFAS was founded in 1942 as the official nonprofit of the Air Force and aims to be the first stop to help Airmen and their families. In 2024, AFAS granted over $14 million dollars in individual assists alone to over 15,000 Airmen and Guardians and their families across the Total Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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Luke hosts Paralympic Training Camp 2025

Veteran para-athletes and Team USA Coaches pose with an F-35A Lightning II aircraft during a tour of the flightline, May 28, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th Fighter Wing hosted a Paralympic Training Camp for its ninth consecutive year, with 10 veterans selected to participate. Luke AFB’s proximity to the Desert Games in Tempe, a competition that determines Paralympic qualification, provided a strategic location for the para-athletes’ training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke hosts Paralympic Training Camp 2025

Para-athlete Dennis Bardelli views the inside of an F-35A Lightning II cockpit during a flightline tour, May 28, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Veteran para-athletes honed their skills at a Paralympic Training Camp hosted by the 56th Fighter Wing. While at Luke AFB, veteran para-athletes toured the jet with the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit and learned more about the stealthy aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke hosts Paralympic Training Camp 2025

U.S. Air Force airmen assigned to the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit stand alongside para-athlete Cedric Geter during an F-35A Lightning II tour, May 28, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Veterans selected for a Paralympic Training Camp, hosted by the 56th Fighter Wing, toured the fighter jet Luke AFB is widely known for. The training camp aided veterans in building strength through competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke hosts Paralympic Training Camp 2025

Para-athlete Christopher Francis tosses a medicine ball during Paralympics Training Camp, May 27, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Military training camps like this offer wounded service members resources to continue representing the country, albeit in a different uniform this time. Now in its ninth consecutive year of hosting, Luke AFB’s location near the Desert Games in Tempe made it an ideal spot for training these para-athletes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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