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Feb. 23, 2026
RCAF Delegates Visit Luke in Preparation for Future Fighter Integration

Royal Canadian Air Force Maj. Gen. Jeff Smyth, RCAF chief of air and space force development, speaks with U.S. Air Force Col. John Ryan, 56th Fighter Wing deputy commander, prior to attending a wing mission brief during a base visit, Feb. 18, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Discussions
Feb. 19, 2026
Silent Linchpins: Non-Destructive Inspection Airmen power Luke’s mission through

Behind the jet engines and the constant tempo of flight training, a team of Airmen work to ensure every aircraft that leaves the runway is structurally sound and safe to fly at the 56th Fighter Wing.
Feb. 13, 2026
F-35 IIFTU graduates international class, reinforcing allied readiness at Luke AFB

The F-35 International Intelligence Formal Training Unit graduated its most diverse class in program history during a ceremony on Feb. 11, 2026. Class 2026002 included seven students from five partner nations, featuring the first-ever graduates from Poland and Germany.
Jan. 29, 2026
Luke, Holloman Demonstrate Global Fighter Operations During Community Leader Visit

Airmen assigned to Luke Air Force Base and Holloman Air Force Base conducted integrated training between fourth- and fifth-generation aircraft this week to strengthen combat readiness and highlight Luke’s role as the U.S. Air Force’s premier fighter training installation supporting the service’s
Jan. 29, 2026
DOW Maintenance Symposium Highlights Readiness at Luke AFB

Members of the Department of War Maintenance Symposium, listen to U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacob Moniz, 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron production superintendent, talk about the operations of the F-35A Lightning II, Jan. 20, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Through the DOW Maintenance
Jan. 28, 2026
Under Secretary Michael Duffey visits Luke AFB to spotlight readiness and innovation

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jacob Moniz (center left), 56th Equipment Maintenance Squadron lead production superintendent, shows the Honorable Michael Duffey (center), Under Secretary of War for acquisition and sustainment, the handmade tools that the 56th Fabrication Flight uses for the F-35A
Jan. 28, 2026
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Visits Luke Ahead of Future RCAF F-35 Training

The United States ambassador to Canada visited Luke Air Force Base this week to observe F-35 training operations and meet with Airmen and leaders supporting U.S. and partner-nation pilot training. The visit comes as Luke prepares to support future Royal Canadian Air Force F-35 pilot training, with
Jan. 27, 2026
Combined F-16 and F-35 Training Reinforces Combat Readiness, Lethality and Interoperability

F-16 Fighting Falcons from Holloman Air Force Base and F-35A Lightning II aircraft from Luke Air Force Base have started week-long joint training missions designed to strengthen interoperability and reinforce the Air Force’s ability to execute complex, forward-deployed combat operations.
Jan. 26, 2026
Phoenix Leaders Join 56th Fighter Wing for Simulated Deployment

The 56th Fighter Wing hosted more than 50 honorary commanders for a simulated overnight deployment at the Barry M. Goldwater Range on Jan. 22, 2026, providing participants a firsthand look at the capabilities and precision of airpower operating across southern Arizona.
Jan. 14, 2026
Maricopa County Law Enforcement visit the 56th FW

A delegation of local Police Chiefs tours the flightline at the 62nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit, Jan. 6, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The visit provided the law enforcement leaders an opportunity to engage directly with maintenance Airmen and gain a deeper understanding of the technical

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