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  • National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

    On January 9th of each year, our nation’s citizens celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. To all of our 56th Security Forces Defenders, we thank you for your around the clock effort as we train the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat ready Airmen.

  • Flying High for the Bird’s Eye

    The sights and sounds of air power filled the skies of Utah, as 35 F-35As were launched in a combat power exercise on November 19, at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

  • US, Aussie partnership thriving at Luke

    Since the arrival of Australia’s first F-35A at Luke Air Force Base in December 2014, Australian pilots and maintainers have trained side by side with members from the U.S. Air Force and Lockheed Martin in preparation for the day when Australian F-35s would travel home to Australia.

  • President Trump visits Luke

    President Donald Trump visited Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Oct. 19, 2018, to discuss military weapons and technology capabilities and learn about the 56th Fighter Wing’s pilot training mission.

  • 2018 Third Quarter Load Competition

    Weapons load crews from various units on base battle it out every quarter on their ability to quickly and correctly arm their respective aircraft.

  • California Capital Air Show

    Established in 2004, the California Capital Airshow plans and operates the exciting, family-friendly annual event designed to honor the Sacramento region’s rich aviation heritage and veterans while using the power and magic of flight to inspire young people.