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Luke Holds Commemorative 5k

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Security Force Squadron pass by signs displaying the “14 Fallen Defenders” as a part of a commemorative 5K and ruck during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Signs honoring the legacy of the “14 Fallen Defenders” were placed along the ruck and 5K’s route to encourage reflection on the sacrifices made by U.S. service members throughout the history of the armed forces. The “14 Fallen Defenders” serves as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by 14 U.S. Air Force Security Forces members who have perished in action since the 9/11 attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB Kicks Off Police Week

Commander Scott Waite, City of Glendale Police Department commander of foothills patrol division, provides remarks during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week opening ceremony, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th FW held an opening ceremony to start off their recognition of national police week. National Police Week was initiated by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 and is dedicated to the honor, remembrance, and support of American law enforcement members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB Kicks Off Police Week

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Shaun Dube, 56th Fighter Wing antiterrorism program manager, performs push-ups during the 56th FW’s police week opening ceremony, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 14 push-ups were performed by attendees of the opening ceremony to honor the “14 Fallen Defenders.” The “14 Fallen Defenders” serves as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by 14 U.S. Air Force Security Forces members who have perished in action since the 9/11 attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB Kicks Off Police Week

U.S. Air Force Airman Gabriel Howell, 62nd Aircraft Maitainance Unit maintainer, sings the national anthem during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week opening ceremony, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th FW held an opening ceremony to start off their recognition of national police week. National Police Week was initiated by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 and is dedicated to the honor, remembrance, and support of American law enforcement members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB Kicks Off Police Week

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Maliq Williams, 56th Security Forces Squadron defender, hosts the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week opening ceremony, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th FW held an opening ceremony to start off their recognition of national police week. The host is referred to as the master of ceremony and is tasked with introducing speakers and guests and ensuring the event runs smoothly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB Kicks Off Police Week

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Security Forces Squadron stand in formation during the 56th Fighter Wing’s police week opening ceremony, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th FW held an opening ceremony to start off their recognition of national police week. National Police Week was initiated by President John F. Kennedy in 1962 and is dedicated to the honor, remembrance, and support of American law enforcement members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Luke AFB Kicks Off Police Week

U.S. Air Force Honor Guardsmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing present the colors during the 56th FW’s police week opening ceremony, May 12, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th FW held an opening ceremony to start off their recognition of national police week. Honor Guard Airmen showcase long-standing U.S. Air Force heritage and traditions during the presentation of the colors ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elias Carrero)

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Purple Up spirit fills the streets at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Airmen from Luke AFB take a photo with their child following the Purple Up parade, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The parade provided Luke AFB families an opportunity to celebrate military children and recognize the challenges they face. Events like this contribute to increasing quality of life at Luke AFB by honoring the military members and their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katelynn Jackson)

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Purple Up spirit fills the streets at Luke AFB

A child from the Luke Air Force Base Child Development Center waves an American flag during the Purple Up parade, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Purple represents military children who sacrifice alongside service members from all branches across the Department of Defense. Events like this contribute to increasing quality of life at Luke AFB by honoring the military members and their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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Purple Up spirit fills the streets at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. April Ferrar, 56th Force Support Squadron military personnel flight chief, smiles while holding her baby during the Purple Up parade, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The parade provided Luke AFB families an opportunity to celebrate military children and recognize the challenges they face. Events like this contribute to increasing quality of life at Luke AFB by honoring the military members and their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katelynn Jackson)

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Purple Up spirit fills the streets at Luke AFB

Children from the Luke Air Force Base Child Development Center sit in a wagon during the Purple Up parade, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Purple represents military children who sacrifice alongside service members across all branches of the Department of Defense. Events like this contribute to increasing quality of life at Luke AFB by honoring the military members and their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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Purple Up spirit fills the streets at Luke AFB

Children from the Luke Air Force Base Child Development Center wave during the Purple Up parade, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Purple represents military children who sacrifice alongside service members from all branches across the Department of Defense. Events like this contribute to increasing quality of life at Luke AFB by honoring the military members and their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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Purple Up spirit fills the streets at Luke AFB

Luke Air Force Base Child Development Center employees ride in a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle during the Purple Up parade, April 25, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Purple represents military children who sacrifice alongside service members from all branches across the Department of Defense. Events like this contribute to increasing quality of life at Luke AFB by honoring the military members and their children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Katelynn Jackson)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Squadron pose for a photo with a fueling truck and F-35A Lightning II, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Refueling marked the final portion of their Mission-Ready Airmen training, providing a hands-on perspective on the basics of fighter jet refueling. This training is essential for the future non-commissioned officers to understand the planning and materials needed for such an effort in real-life scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force airmen assigned to the 56th Fighter Squadron role-play as antagonistic threats against Airman Leadership School students, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Instructed to be confrontational, the volunteers aimed to challenge the soon-to-be non-commissioned officers' ability to manage unruly crowds and uncontrollable individuals, observing the students' reactions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jessey Mclain, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance technician, communicates via radio, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Mclain and a team of Airmen carried out building-clearing procedures to neutralize any deadly threats that could harm their assigned mission. Their team was tasked with securing the area before the rest of their unit proceeded. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

From left, U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Jessey Mclain, Logan Ellett, and Ethan Jacobs, 56th Fighter Wing Airman Leadership School students, prepare to clear a building, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Facing pressure from base volunteers acting as paintball-armed threats, the team was responsible for securing the area around their forward operating point for the safety of following troops. They utilized their classroom knowledge to de-escalate chaotic situations with minimal simulated casualties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Airmen attending the John. J Rhoades Airman Leadership School plan their next moves in an area active with armed enemies, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Under pressure from base volunteers acting as paintball-armed threats, ALS students cleared areas for personnel transit and established a secure operational zone. The team of Airmen also received a refresher on tactical combat casualty care during the exercise, critical skills for field operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Airmen attending the John. J Rhoades Airman Leadership School engage in paintball fire with active threats, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. In a high-stress scenario created by base volunteers role-playing as paintball-armed enemies, the students aimed to clear designated zones for troop passage and establish a secure perimeter. While sweeping the area, the Airmen were ambushed by the simulated enemies and immediately sought cover behind dirt mounds, returning fire until it was safe to advance again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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Mission-Ready ALS Airmen at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Airmen attending the John. J Rhoades Airman Leadership School conduct a team sweep of an area with simulated armed threats, May 2, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Under pressure from base volunteers roleplaying as paintball-armed threats, the students aimed to clear designated zones and establish a secure perimeter for troop passage. Airmen tactically spanned the area where known enemies were hiding, working together to neutralize threats for personnel moving through afterward. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Belinda Guachun-Chichay)

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