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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer (center), 56th Fighter Wing command chief, and Airman First Class Ninort Audisho (right), 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, speak with Brig. Gen. David Berkland (left), 56th Fighter Wing commander, prior to launching his jet on the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that, regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. An aircraft crew chief plays a vital role in flight operations, serving as the primary technician responsible for the maintenance, safety, and readiness of an aircraft, ensuring it is fully mission-capable at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer (right), 56th Fighter Wing command chief, speaks with Airman First Class Ninort Audisho (left), 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, after launching a jet on the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. The Crew Chief role is crucial during jet launches, where they oversee final inspections, coordinate with pilots, and ensure every system is functioning properly to guarantee a safe and successful takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer (center), 56th Fighter Wing command chief, and Airman First Class Ninort Audisho (left), 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, greet Brig. Gen. David Berkland (right), 56th Fighter Wing commander, on the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that, regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. As he prepared to retire, this hands-on training was one of the last opportunities he volunteered for as command chief, highlighting the importance of cultivating multicapable Airmen to adapt and excel in diverse mission roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, prepares to launch a jet on the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that, regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. Typically, this critical role of launching and maintaining jets is performed by crew chiefs who are responsible for ensuring aircraft safety, conducting final inspections, and coordinating ground operations before takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, uses hand gestures to hold a jet prior to launching from the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. The role is typically filled by crew chiefs through the use ofprecise hand gestures to communicate with pilots during launches, directing movements, signaling system checks, and ensuring safe ground operations without the need for radios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer, 56th Fighter Wing command chief, uses hand gestures to direct a jet during launch on the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. The role is typically filled by crew chiefs through the use of precise hand gestures to communicate with pilots during launches, directing movements, signaling system checks, and ensuring safe ground operations without the need for radios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Command Chief Launches General’s Jet

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Shaffer (left), 56th Fighter Wing command chief, accompanied by Chief Master Sgt. Derrick Chesley (center), 944th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron wing weapons manager, receives feedback from Tech. Sgt. Raul Guzman (right), 56th Maintenance Group F-35 qauality assurance inspector, after launching a jet on the flightline, July 16, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Shaffer, a defender by trade, learned how to properly launch a jet to show Airmen that regardless of their career stage, they can develop multicapable skillsets. During training, crew chiefs are closely graded on their technical skills, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure, ensuring they meet the high standards required for maintaining and launching aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dundrae Brewer, 56th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew member, hosts the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in a quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards. Competitions enhance training and help produce command focused U.S., allied, and partner Airmen to meet warfighting needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Force Senior Airman Mark Anthony Colon, 62rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team member, uses a MJU-1 Lift Truck to load training ordnance onto an F-35A Lighnting II during the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards. Load competitions serve as one of the final evaluations for quarterly awards in the weapons career field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt Taylor Christensen, 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team member, examines training ordnance during the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in a quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards. Load competitions serve as one of the final evaluations for quarterly awards in the weapons career field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Austin Murray (front), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team member, examines training ordnance during the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in a quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards. Competitions like these enable load crews to showcase their technical excellence and receive recognition for their training and efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt Aaron Aguilar (rear), 56th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load team member, secures training ordnance to a MJU-1 Lift Truck operated by Senior Airman Mark Anthony Colon, 62rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team member, during the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists from working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards.Competitions enhance training and help produce command focused U.S., allied, and partner Airmen to meet warfighting needs (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mark Anthony Colon (rear), 62rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team member, and Staff Sgt Aaron Aguilar (front), 56th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load team member, utalize a MJU-1 Lift Truck to load training ordnance on the wing of an F-35A Lighnting II during the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in a quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards. Competitions enhance training and help produce command focused U.S., allied, and partner Airmen to meet warfighting needs (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts Quarterly Weapons Load

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bileigh Malone, 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team member, examines training ordnance during the 56th Fighter Wing’s third quarterly load competition, July 11, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The load competition featured teams of three weapons load specialists working together to load various munitions onto an F-35A Lightning II or F-16 Fighting Falcon in quick and efficient manner while upholding all regulations and safety standards. Competitions like these enable load crews to showcase their technical excellence and receive recognition for their training and efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB celebrates Freedom Fest 2025

Luke Air Force Base community members enjoy the fireworks at the 2025 Freedom Fest, July 3, 2025, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Freedom Fest brings the Luke AFB community together to celebrate Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB celebrates Freedom Fest 2025

Luke Air Force Base community members enjoy the festivities at the 2025 Freedom Fest, July 3, 2025, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Freedom Fest brings the Luke AFB community together to celebrate Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB celebrates Freedom Fest 2025

Luke Air Force Base community members sing together at the 2025 Freedom Fest, July 3, 2025, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Freedom Fest brings the Luke AFB community together to celebrate Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB celebrates Freedom Fest 2025

Luke Air Force Base community members walk to the 2025 Freedom Fest, July 3, 2025, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Freedom Fest brings the Luke AFB community together to celebrate Independence Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB celebrates Freedom Fest 2025

Luke Air Force Base community members play cornhole at the 2025 Freedom Fest, July 3, 2025, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Independence Day is a holiday that celebrates American patriotism, often with parades, fireworks, and family gatherings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB celebrates Freedom Fest 2025

Children in the Luke Air Force Base community enjoy a carnival ride at the 2025 Freedom Fest, July 3, 2025, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Independence Day is a holiday that celebrates American patriotism, often with parades, fireworks, and family gatherings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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