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Luke, Holloman Demonstrate Global Fighter Operations During Community Leader Visit

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Christopher Farwick, 56th Operations Support Squadron tower chief controller, briefs Mr. Eric Trump on the 56th Fighter Wing’s airfield operations highlighting the scale complexity and global training mission of the world’s largest fighter base, Jan. 28, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke, Holloman Demonstrate Global Fighter Operations During Community Leader Visit

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 310th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, is readied for flight, Jan. 28, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The aircraft supported integrated fourth- and fifth-generation training, ensuring Airmen are prepared to operate effectively in complex operational scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke, Holloman Demonstrate Global Fighter Operations During Community Leader Visit

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 310th Maintenance Unit, responsible for maintaining F-35A Lightning II operations, explain to Mr. Eric Trump fifth-generation capabilities as he met with them during his visit, Jan. 28, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke, Holloman Demonstrate Global Fighter Operations During Community Leader Visit

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mia Thomas (right), 54th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, integrates Luke and Holloman’s mission to relentlessly master fundamental warfighting skills by highlighting how they maintain pilot survival and flight equipmen, Jan. 28, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Luke, Holloman Demonstrate Global Fighter Operations During Community Leader Visit

U.S. Air Force Col. John Ryan, 56th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and base leadership give a command mission brief to Mr. Eric Trump during his visit to the installation, Jan. 28, 2026, Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The briefing highlighted Luke AFB’s mission, capabilities and role in 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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DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

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DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

Members of the Department of War Maintenance Symposium, listen to U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacob Moniz, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron production superintendent, talk about the operations of the F-35A Lightning II, Jan. 20, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Through the DOW Maintenance Symposium, maintenance professionals collaborate to shape policies and initiatives that impact sustainment across the force. Direct engagement with Luke Air Force Base helps ensure those initiatives are informed by the daily experiences of Airmen executing the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

Members of the Department of War Maintenance Symposium, listen to U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Diego Lomeli, 56th Component Maintenance Squadron loading standardization crew member, talk about the operations of the Aircraft Maintenance Units , Jan. 20, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The DOW Maintenance Symposium brings together maintenance leaders to share best practices, align enterprise-level efforts, and drive continuous improvement across the force. Engagements with installations like Luke Air Force Base ensure those efforts remain grounded in real-world operations and Airmen expertise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

Members of the Department of War Maintenance Symposium, watch U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kyle Apollo , 56th Component Maintenance Squadron load crew member, load ammunitions on a U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II, Jan. 20, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The DOW Maintenance Symposium brings together maintenance leaders to share best practices, align enterprise-level efforts, and drive continuous improvement across the force. Engagements with installations like Luke Air Force Base ensure those efforts remain grounded in real-world operations and Airmen expertise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

Members of the Department of War Maintenance Symposium, watch a 56th Component Maintenance Squadron load ammunitions on a U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II, Jan. 20, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. DOW Maintenance Symposium leaders visited Luke Air Force Base to gain firsthand insight into how Airmen sustain mission-ready aircraft every day. The visit highlighted how collaboration, innovation, and people-focused maintenance efforts directly support operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

Members of the Department of War Maintenance Symposium listen to a U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II pilot speak about the operations of a F-35A, Jan. 20, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. DOW Maintenance Symposium leaders visited Luke Air Force Base to gain firsthand insight into how Airmen sustain mission-ready aircraft every day. The visit highlighted how collaboration, innovation, and people-focused maintenance efforts directly support operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacob Moniz (center left), 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron lead production superintendent, shows the Honorable Michael Duffey (center), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, the handmade tools that the 56th Fabrication Flight uses for the F-35A Lighting II Jan 21,2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided Department of War leaders with direct insight into how training and operations are executed at Luke AFB. In return, Luke Airmen gained the opportunity to share on-the-ground perspectives that help inform enterprise-level decisions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (center), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses aircraft maintenance operations with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Wilson (right), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit senior enlisted leader, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided Department of War leaders with direct insight into how training and operations are executed at Luke AFB. In return, Luke Airmen gained the opportunity to share on-the-ground perspectives that help inform enterprise-level decisions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (center right), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses the canopy of an F-35A Lighting II with 56th Fighter Wing Airmen, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke Airmen execute operational support functions that enable the safe and effective training of future F-35 pilots. Their professionalism and repeatable execution ensure consistent standards that translate into readiness across the force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (left), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses aircraft maintenance operations with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Wilson (right), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit senior enlisted leader, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Duffey looks over how the Department of War equips forces with modern, reliable and sustainable systems. Him seeing Luke AFB’s training infrastructure firsthand supports long-term readiness and maximizes the return on defense investments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

The Honorable Michael Duffey (left), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, discusses aircraft maintenance operations with U.S. Air Force Capt. Alexis Andros (right), 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Robert Wilson (middle), 62nd AMU senior enlisted leader, Jan. 21, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Duffey oversees Department of War acquisition efforts that shape how the military fields, sustains, and modernizes critical weapon systems. His visit to Luke AFB highlighted how fifth-generation fighter training directly informs acquisition priorities and ensures capabilities align with operational needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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U.S. Ambassador to Canada Visits Luke Ahead of Future RCAF F-35 Training

The Honorable Peter Hoekstra, U.S. Ambassador to Canada, speaks with a U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II pilot in front of an F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit emphasized Luke’s role in supporting international F-35 partnerships and pilot training. Fifth-generation training enables shared tactics, information exchange and enhanced joint force capabilities.

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U.S. Ambassador to Canada Visits Luke Ahead of Future RCAF F-35 Training

The Honorable Peter Hoekstra, U.S. Ambassador to Canada, puts on flight equipment, Jan. 22, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit highlighted Luke’s role in preparing for future Royal Canadian Air Force F-35 Lightning II pilot training. Training alongside partner nations strengthens interoperability and shared operational standards across allied air forces.

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U.S. Ambassador to Canada Visits Luke Ahead of Future RCAF F-35 Training

The Honorable Peter Hoekstra, U.S. Ambassador to Canada, discusses training operations with a U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II pilot during a tour, Jan. 22, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. As Canada prepares to bring the F-35 Lighting II online, Luke is positioned to support initial training for Royal Canadian Air Force F-35 pilots. Shared training builds trust and interoperability from day one.

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Combined F-16 and F-35 Training Reinforces Combat Readiness, Lethality and Interoperability

U.S. Airman 1st Class Hannah Patterson-Patton, 314 Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, does maintenance on a F-16 after a joint training exercise, Jan. 27, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Success in the air relies on coordinated efforts on the ground. Maintenance Airmen from both bases work side by side to keep aircraft mission-ready, executing inspections, repairs and turnarounds under demanding timelines. Weapons crews safely and efficiently configure aircraft with the required munitions, ensuring each sortie launches fully capable.

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