April 4, 2017 Luke medical personnel engage in simulated training Medical personnel assigned to Luke Air Force Base recently engaged in simulated training as part of the Critical Care and Emergency Trauma Nursing Fellowship at the Scottsdale Healthcare Osborne Medical Center in Scottsdale, Ariz.
March 30, 2017 Luke supports Wings of Blue Parachute Team at Gila Bend Jumping out of a plane at more than 10,000 feet is not for everyone. For cadets in the Wings of Blue Parachute Team from the United States Air Force Academy, performing this feat is an almost daily occurrence.
March 24, 2017 The Legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen The fourth Thursday in March has become a significant date in Arizona as a day to celebrate the famed Tuskegee Airmen who helped shape the diverse culture of the United States Air Force.Luke Thunderbolts, members of the Archer-Ragsdale Arizona Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen and community members came
March 21, 2017 Airmen get unique opportunity at PIR Luke Airmen met drivers and crewmembers during the NASCAR Troops to the Track tour Sunday before the Camping World 500 race at the Phoenix International Raceway in Avondale, Ariz.
Feb. 27, 2017 National Children’s Dental Health Month The 56th Dental Squadron is celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month. This year’s emphasis is to educate parents on how to care for children’s teeth.
Feb. 15, 2017 EOD Airmen maintain readiness The 56th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal Airmen participated in the fifth annual exercise called Operation Enduring Training Feb. 6 to Feb. 10 at the Barry M. Goldwater Range located southwest of Luke Air Force Base in Gila Bend, Ariz.
Feb. 8, 2017 F-35’s first B-course takes flight The Air Force’s first F-35 Lightning II basic flight course class took to the skies for the first time as they entered the live flying portion of their training Feb. 8, 2017.
Dec. 22, 2016 Luke Holiday Safety It’s the time of year for eggnog and new year resolutions. However safety is also a major concern during the holidays. From house fires to drunken drivers, it’s important to know what to look out for during these celebratory times.
Dec. 20, 2016 F-16 pilots continue to graduate, continue to fight A class of F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots under the tutelage of instructor pilots from the 309th Fighter Squadron graduated Dec. 16, 2016, following approximately nine months of training at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz.
Dec. 13, 2016 Holiday budgeting important for new year Every year nearly 300 million Americans celebrate Christmas which entails not only spreading holiday cheer, but buying gifts for loved ones. While gift giving can be rewarding, the result can leave some financially unfit for the new year.