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  • CMSgt Jason Shaffer’s words of wisdom

    On August 26, 2022, CMSgt. Jason Shaffer assumed the role of the 56th Fighter Wing command chief at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Since arriving, Shaffer has reflected on his vision for Luke AFB and how Airmen can best support the mission as a whole.

  • F-35As take off from Luke AFB

    An F-35A Lightning II aircraft takes off Sept. 23, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The F-35 is a fifth-generation fighter that features advanced stealth, sensor fusion and logistics support capabilities that provide increased survivability in an advanced threat environment. Luke AFB is home

  • Luke AFB retires Block 25 F-16 aircraft

    Like old soldiers being relieved from their posts, the Block 25 F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft have been relieved of duty Sept. 6, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This model of aircraft has been imbedded with the 309th “Ducks” Fighter Squadron. A squadron that has successfully led the fight

  • Brig. Gen. Gregory Kreuder Fini Flight

    U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 56th Fighter Wing commander, prepares to fly the F-35A Lightning II aircraft for his “fini” flight July 25, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona.

  • 2022 Back to School Bash at GCU

    U.S. Air Force volunteers from Luke Air Force Base guide students through the Back to School Bash event July 20, 2022, at Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Arizona.

  • Luke AFB Medical Group Keeps the Mission Healthy

    Sherri Chastain, 56th Medical Group medical laboratory technologist, tests fluid samples for the flu, the common cold, and COVID-19, July 13, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The 56th MDG provides routine laboratory testing, drug testing and COVID-19 testing, to active-duty service members

  • Col Matthew Johnston Assumes Control of the 56th Operations Group

    It’s change of command season here at Luke Air Force Base! Brig. Gen. Gregory Kreuder, 56th Fighter Wing commander, served as the reviewing officer when Col. George Watkins relinquished command of the 56th Operations Group to Col. Matthew Johnston on June. 3, 2022.

  • 56th Fighter Wing Dorm Dweller Summer Bash

    LUKE AIR FORCE BASE—The 56th FW chief’s group hosted the annual Luke AFB Dorm Summer Bash, where dorm Airmen were provided an opportunity to socialize, play games, and win prizes, boosting morale and promoting camaraderie June 24, 2022, at Luke AFB, Arizona.