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Luke Honorary Commander Program

U.S. Air Force Maj. Fany E. Colon De Hays, 56th Force Support Squadron commander, coins Chris Calcaterra and Alex Tsakaris, honorary commander inductees, during a ceremony, Oct. 14, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The honorary commander coin signifies the induction of an individual as an honorary commander for the 56th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jakob Hambright)

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The D.O.D. Doctorate

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brandy Preston, 56th Operational Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment lead trainer, showcases her doctorate of community care and counseling, March 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Preston is just one of many examples of Airmen who utilize the education benefits that are available to those who serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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The D.O.D. Doctorate

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brandy Preston, 56th Operational Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment lead trainer, showcases her doctorate of community care and counseling, March 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Preston is just one of many examples of Airmen who utilize the education benefits that are available to those who serve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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The D.O.D. Doctorate

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brandy Preston, 56th Operational Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment lead trainer, celebrates her graduation from Liberty University after earning her doctorate degree. (Courtesy photo by Tech. Sgt. Brandy Preston)

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Luke renames FTC after beloved pilot, leader, and mentor

A remembrance plaque is unveiled during the renaming ceremony of the Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center, March 29, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center immortalizes retired U.S. Air Force Retired Lt. Col. Edwin “Skip” Hopler’s legacy amongst Luke AFB and the fighter pilot community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke renames FTC after beloved pilot, leader, and mentor

A remembrance plaque is unveiled during the renaming ceremony of the Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center, March 29, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center immortalizes retired U.S. Air Force Retired Lt. Col. Edwin “Skip” Hopler’s legacy amongst Luke AFB and the fighter pilot community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke renames FTC after beloved pilot, leader, and mentor

“A nickel on the grass toast” is held during the renaming ceremony of the Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center, March 29, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. After the ceremony, attendees participated in a long-standing fighter pilot tradition, “the nickel on the grass toast”, serving as a final salute to the fallen aviator, retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Edwin “Skip” Hopler. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke renames FTC after beloved pilot, leader, and mentor

Heather Hopler, widow of U.S. Air Force retired Lt. Col. Edwin “Skip” Hopler, gives remarks during a renaming ceremony for the newly deemed Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center, March 29, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Hopler was a former fighter pilot and instructor responsible for the training of over 17,000 F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke renames FTC after beloved pilot, leader, and mentor

The renaming of the Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center is revealed during a ceremony, March 29, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. U.S. Air Force Retired Lt. Col. Edwin “Skip” Hopler was a former fighter pilot and instructor responsible for the training of over 17,000 F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke renames FTC after beloved pilot, leader, and mentor

Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Tom Jones, former deputy commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa, gives remarks during the renaming ceremony of the Skip Hopler Fighter Training Center, March 29, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Lt. Col. Edwin “Skip” Hopler was a former fighter pilot and instructor responsible for the training of over 17,000 F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Capt. Daniel Frieson, 309th Fighter Squadron instructor pilot, gives a tour of an F-16C Fighting Falcon cockpit to a Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps student, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students were briefed on the mission and capabilities of the F-16, as well as Frieson’s experience as a pilot. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Capt. Daniel Frieson, 309th Fighter Squadron instructor pilot, gives a tour of an F-16C Fighting Falcon to Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students were briefed on the mission and capabilities of the F-16, as well as Frieson’s experience as a pilot. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Capt. Daniel Frieson, 309th Fighter Squadron instructor pilot, gives a tour of an F-16C Fighting Falcon to Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps students, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students were briefed on the mission and capabilities of the F-16, as well as Frieson’s experience as a pilot. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

A Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps student interacts with a M4 carbine employed by the 56th Security Forces Squadron during a base tour, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students explored various weapon platforms that the 56th SFS employs. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

A Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps student interacts with a M240B medium machine gun employed by the 56th Security Forces Squadron during a base tour, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students explored various weapon platforms that the 56th SFS employs. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

A Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps student interacts with a virtual reality training simulator employed by the 56th Security Forces Squadron during a base tour, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students explored various simulations that the 56th SFS uses to train its defenders for real world scenarios. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Westwood JROTC visits Luke AFB

Students from the Westwood High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit interact with various weapon platforms during a base tour, Mar. 7, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The students toured various units and organizations around base, immersing themselves in some of the careers and opportunities that the U.S. Air Force offers. Luke AFB regularly hosts JROTC and other youth organizations to inform and inspire those considering serving in the future. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke AFB opens Innovation Lab

3D printers and various STEM activities are displayed during the grand opening of the Luke Air Force Base Cox Innovation Lab, Feb. 23, 2024. Luke AFB partnered with Cox and the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley to construct the lab, opening a new opportunity for Luke AFB children to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke AFB opens Innovation Lab

Luke Air Force Base children explore the newly built Cox Innovation Lab during its grand opening, Feb. 23, 2024, at Luke AFB, Arizona. Luke AFB partnered with Cox and the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley to construct the lab, opening a new opportunity for Luke AFB children to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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Luke AFB opens Innovation Lab

U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Abercrombie (right), 56th Mission Support Group commander, and Susan Anable (left, Cox Phoenix market vice president, cut a ribbon during a grand opening ceremony of the Luke Air Force Base Cox Innovation Lab, Feb. 23, 2024. Luke AFB partnered with Cox and the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley to construct the lab, opening a new opportunity for Luke AFB children to learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jakob Hambright)

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