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April 20, 2018
56th Logistics Readiness Squadron wins ‘Roadeo’ fuel truck competition

A team of 56th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels management Airmen won the 2018 Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants “Roadeo” competition hosted at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., from April 8-9, 2018.The competition pitted teams of POL Airmen from Luke AFB, Ariz., Davis-Monthan AFB, Ariz., and Nellis AFB
April 19, 2018
Luke Egress Airmen reduce F-35 canopy shaped charge replacement time by 120 hours

Over the past two months, Airmen from the 56th Component Maintenance Squadron’s Egress Systems Flight developed a new process for the replacement of flexible linear shaped charges on F-35 Lightning II canopies.In an emergency situation when an F-35 pilot is required to eject, the FLSC is the
Feb. 22, 2018
Luke tech expo offers peak into the future

The 2018 Luke Tech Expo took place Feb. 22, demonstrating mission-centric technology solutions from approximately 20 industry-leading commercial partners for Airmen to exhibit and learn about.The annual expo, hosted by the 56th Communications Squadron, demonstrated new technologies and advanced
Jan. 16, 2018
Luke Days moves to March 17-18, Welcomes U.S. Navy Blue Angels

The 56th Fighter Wing has moved Luke Days to March 17-18, 2018 in order to ensure the public a more robust and dynamic experience. The event is free and open to the public.
Nov. 15, 2017
Gunfighters complete first F-35 transport

An F-35A Lightning II belonging to Luke AFB, Ariz. was moved for repairs after being grounded here for the past year. The aircraft was moved to the F-35 Depot at Hill AFB, Utah, with the help of the 366th Equipment Maintenance Squadron crash and recovery team.
July 26, 2017
Kingsley’s active duty detachment activated as 550th Fighter Squadron

The active duty Air Force detachment based at Kingsley Field is now officially designated as the 550th Fighter Squadron following an activation ceremony at Kingsley Field, July 21, 2017.
June 9, 2017
Luke AFB temporarily cancels F-35A local flying ops

The 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, cancelled local flying operations today for F-35A Lightning II aircraft due to a series of five incidents in which pilots have experienced hypoxia-like symptoms.
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. 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
June 16, 2016
Luke AFB and local community join in P4 initiative

Luke Air Force Base and West Valley Phoenix community leaders inked a memorandum of understanding identifying the structure of the Luke Community Partnership program during the Luke West Valley Council meeting June 16 at Luke AFB, Arizona.

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