Six at Luke AFB Selected for Top Enlisted Rank

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland (left), 56th Fighter Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Chrestensen (right), 56th Fighter Wing command chief, pose for a photo with Senior Master Sgt. Joshua Heidemann, 56th Operations Support Squadron operations superintendent, after it was announced Heidemann was selected for promotion to Chief Master Sgt., Jan. 7, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Chief Master Sgt. is the highest enlisted rank, symbolizing a career of leadership and service. Chiefs mentor junior Airmen and noncommissioned officers while advising commanders and senior leaders with seasoned insight and strategic expertise. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Tekorey Watkins

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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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SHUTTERSPEED

1/200

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1000

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