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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

A physical trophy stands on display during a Dedicated Crew Chief competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The award symbolizes the culmination of a year-long assessment of technical excellence, aircraft appearance, and maintenance logbook accuracy. Honoring top-tier performance at the 56th Fighter Wing drives the high standards necessary to produce combat-ready Airmen and maintain a credible posture for global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adrian Padilla (left), Staff Sgt. Ian Brandt (middle), Airman 1st Class Kemper Evers (right), all 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-35 dedicated crew chiefs, pose in front of an F-35A Lightning II during a Dedicated Crew Chief competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This event showcases the crew chiefs' responsibility for aircraft airworthiness and their role in sustaining fifth-generation airpower. These specialized maintenance efforts at Luke AFB are fundamental to fielding combat-ready Airmen and projecting the strength required for global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing assess the maintenance condition of an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 61st Fighter Squadron during a Dedicated Crew Chief competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This evaluation process verifies the technical expertise and attention to detail required to maintain high performance aircraft at peak mission reliability. Enforcing these elite flight line standards at the 56th FW produces the combat-ready Airmen necessary to execute global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit sits on the flight line during a Dedicated Crew Chief competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event provides a hands-on environment for maintainers to demonstrate the precision and speed required to keep the fleet mission-ready. Maintaining these high flight-line standards at the 56th Fighter Wing produces the combat-ready Airmen necessary to project airpower for global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 63rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit undergoes an inspection during a Dedicated Crew Chief competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The event validates the technical proficiency and maintenance standards required to sustain fifth-generation fighter capabilities across the wing. Focusing on technical mastery at Luke AFB ensures the development of combat-ready Airmen and reinforces global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Leonard Garcia (left), 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit assistant F-35 dedicated crew chief, Tech. Sgt. Michael Seltzer (middle), 944th Fighter Wing F-35 dedicated crew chief, and Senior Airman Sugey Sanders (right), 944th Fighter Wing assistant F-35 dedicated crew chief, participate in a DCC Competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The competition evaluates maintainers on technical knowledge, aircraft cleanliness, and professionalism to determine the top crew chief within the wing. This event ensures rigorous standards are maintained, directly supporting aircraft readiness and operational capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Toby Lachlan, 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-35 dedicated crew chief, participates in a DCC competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The competition evaluates maintainers on technical knowledge, aircraft cleanliness, and professionalism to determine the top crew chief within the wing. These standards for excellence at Luke AFB forge combat-ready Airmen and strengthen global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke AFB DCC Competition 2026

Republic of Singapore Air Force ME2-2 Rengasamy Sarravannan, 425th Fighter Squadron F-16 dedicated crew chief, smiles during a DCC competition, Feb. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The competition evaluates maintainers on technical knowledge, aircraft cleanliness, and professionalism to determine the top crew chief within the wing. These standards for excellence at Luke AFB forge combat-ready Airmen and strengthen global deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke Hosts PTSD Care Training

Annemarie du LeBohn, human development trainer and resilience expert, shares post-traumatic growth and recovery tools during a base post-traumatic stress disorder and resiliency training, Feb. 25, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. By prioritizing trauma-informed leadership training, the wing continues to invest in the well-being of its Airmen while sustaining operational effectiveness. Events like this ensure leaders are prepared to recognize stress responses, provide informed support, and connect Airmen with resources available across the 56th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts PTSD Care Training

Annemarie du LeBohn, human development trainer and resilience expert, poses for a photo with two Sexual Assault Prevention and Response teams after a post-traumatic stress disorder and resiliency training on base, Feb. 25, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The training underscored how building awareness and resilience strengthens the foundation of the mission by taking care of the people who execute it. Luke AFB offers a network of support through SAPR, medical and mental health services, chaplains, and helping agencies to ensure Airmen and families have access to care when it is needed most. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts PTSD Care Training

Annemarie du LeBohn, human development trainer and resilience expert, shares her story during a base post-traumatic stress disorder and resiliency training, Feb. 25, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke AFB leaders attended the training to reinforce the importance of understanding trauma-informed care and its role in strengthening Airmen resilience and mission readiness. The session highlighted how education on PTSD and post-traumatic growth equips leaders with the tools needed to better support their teams and foster a culture of trust and performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts PTSD Care Training

Leaders from the 56th Fighter Wing’s mental health, chapel, and resiliency offices attend a post-traumatic stress disorder and resiliency training, Feb. 25, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The session highlighted how education on PTSD and post-traumatic growth equips leaders to better support their teams and foster a culture of trust and performance. By prioritizing trauma-informed leadership training, the wing continues to invest in the well-being of its Airmen while sustaining operational effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke Hosts PTSD Care Training

Annemarie du LeBohn, human development trainer and resilience expert, leads a post-traumatic stress disorder and resiliency training for base leadership, Feb. 25, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke AFB leaders attended the training to reinforce the importance of understanding trauma-informed care and its role in strengthening Airmen resilience and mission readiness. Events like this ensure leaders are prepared to recognize stress responses, provide informed support, and connect Airmen with resources available across the 56th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

Royal Canadian Air Force Maj. Gen. Jeff Smyth, RCAF chief of air and space force development, speaks with U.S. Air Force Col. John Ryan, 56th Fighter Wing deputy commander, prior to attending a wing mission brief during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Discussions focused on how combined training environments help strengthen partnerships and advance shared security interests across North America and beyond. Engagements like this continue to build the foundation for future Royal Canadian Air Force training at Luke, reinforcing the installation’s role in preparing allied airpower. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

Royal Canadian Air Force Col. Barry Leonard, Canadian forces air and space attaché, attends a wing mission brief during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit highlighted the growing partnership between the United States and Canada as the Royal Canadian Air Force prepares to join Luke’s integrated F-35 training program. Bringing Canadian pilots into Luke’s training enterprise will further enhance coalition readiness and deepen long-standing defense relationships between the two nations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

Royal Canadian Air Force Maj. Gen. Jeff Smyth, RCAF chief of air and space force development, speaks with U.S. Air Force pilots during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Leaders discussed how training alongside U.S. Airmen at Luke will strengthen interoperability and ensure both forces can operate seamlessly in future operations. Visits like these underscores the importance of building trust and coordination early, ensuring allied forces are prepared to execute together when called upon. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

U.S. Air Force pilots and Members of a Royal Canadian Air Force delegation tour the build site for the new 309th Fighter Squadron during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Touring facilities and future infrastructure allowed the delegation to gain insight into how shared standards and tactics are developed through integrated training. Discussions focused on how combined training environments help strengthen partnerships and advance shared security interests across North America and beyond. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shayne Carroll (left), 308th Fighter Squadron commander, and Royal Canadian Air Force Maj. Gen. Jeff Smyth (right), RCAF chief of air and space force development, discuss the facilities under construction during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 309th Fighter Squadron is set to be the home of future RCAF and USAF integrated pilot training. Touring facilities and future infrastructure allowed the delegation to gain insight into how shared standards and tactics are developed through integrated training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero).

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

Royal Canadian Air Force Col. Barry Leonard (left), Canadian forces air and space attaché, speaks with a RCAF pilot while touring the build site for the new 309th Fighter Squadron during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The engagement reinforced Luke Air Force Base’s role as a central hub for allied fifth-generation fighter training and international cooperation. Engagements like this continue to build the foundation for future RCAF training at Luke, reinforcing the installation’s role in preparing allied airpower. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shayne Carroll (center), 308th Fighter Squadron commander, speaks with members of a Royal Canadian Air Force delegation while touring the build site for the new 309th Fighter Squadron during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The engagement reinforced Luke Air Force Base’s role as a central hub for allied fifth-generation fighter training and international cooperation. Discussions focused on how combined training environments help strengthen partnerships and advance shared security interests across North America and beyond. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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