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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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Luke AFB’s FSS Leaders Earn Awards for Excellence

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Keyatta Tolbert, 56th Force Support Squadron Readiness and Plans Mortuary Affairs section chief, Tech Sgt. Craig Sheasley (center), 56th Force Support Squadron Readiness and Plans Mortuary Affairs, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aslim Quintana (left), 56th Force Support Squadron Readiness and Plans Mortuary Affairs pose for a photo, June 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke AFB takes pride in the development of its Airmen. Through programs like the First Term Enlisted, Mission Ready Airman course, and ALS, FSS is investing in the future of the Air Force.

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Luke AFB’s FSS Leaders Earn Awards for Excellence

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Stephanie Allen, 56th Force Support Squadron developmental advisor poses for a photo, June 17, 2025, at Luke Air Force, Arizona. Luke AFB takes pride in the development of its Airmen. Through programs like the First Term Enlisted, Mission Ready Airman course, and ALS, FSS is investing in the future of the Air Force.

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Luke AFB’s FSS Leaders Earn Awards for Excellence

U.S. Air Force 56th Force Support Squadron Airman Leadership School instructors pose for a photo, June 17, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke AFB takes pride in the development of its Airmen. Through programs like the First Term Enlisted, MissionReady Airman course, and ALS, FSS is investing in the future of the Air Force.

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Luke AFB’s FSS Leaders Earn Awards for Excellence

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Angel Larranaga, 56th Force Support Squadron Airman Leadership School instructor poses for a photo, June 17, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Luke AFB takes pride in the development of its Airmen. Through programs like the First Term Enlisted, Mission Ready Airman course, and ALS, FSS is investing in the future of the Air Force.

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Belgian General Frederik Vansina Visits Luke Air Force Base

Belgian Chief of Defense Gen. Frederick Vansina, smiles while engaging with personnel, June 18, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This visit offered Vansina a closer look at the infrastructure and personnel that enable Luke AFB to carry out its mission effectively. Luke AFB remains a pivotal location for fostering international relationships and preparing the next generation of pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

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