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.
March 17, 2017 Scottsdale, Luke fire departments joined forces The Scottsdale Fire Department joined Luke Air Force Base fire emergency services March 16 and 17 for annual training and safety protection.
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. 17, 2017 F-35: Heritage Flight Training and Certification Course 2017 The heritage flight program has flown aircraft during open houses and airshows across the country. This year is the second in which the F-35 Lightning II has participated in the heritage program. From Feb. 9 to Feb. 12 the F-35 flew in formations with several aircraft including the F-22 Raptor, A-10
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.
Oct. 25, 2016 Lightning I pilot meets Lightning II, shares stories Retired Maj. Earl Conrad Jr., a World War II fighter pilot who flew the original P-38 Lightning, visited Luke Air Force Base Oct. 3, 2016, to get a glimpse of the F-35 Lightning II, the namesake of the legendary fighter aircraft which dominated the skies over the Pacific during his time in service.
Oct. 21, 2016 Young thunderbolts learn about deployments The 56th Force Support Squadron’s staff held its biannual mock deployment event at the Ability to Survive and Operate area Oct. 15 at Luke Air Force Base. The event, code-named Operation Kids, was held to show children of military members the duty and life of an Airman who is deployed.
Oct. 5, 2016 Remains of fighter pilot hero return home after 10 years This week, nearly 10 years after he was killed in combat operations in Iraq, U.S. forces brought home the remains of F-16 pilot Maj. Troy Gilbert, who died saving the lives of U.S. service members and coalition allies.