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  • Luke Airmen Build Homes

    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Andre Castro (left), 607th Air Control Squadron cyber systems technician, and Airman 1st Class Louie Magcalas (right), 607th Air Control Squadron cyber systems technician, assembles framing for a wall during a Habitat for Humanity volunteer event, Dec. 13, 2025, at

  • Luke Leadership tests Virtual Range Simulator

    U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Berkland, 56th Fighter Wing commander, utilizes a virtual range simulator during a demonstration, Dec. 15, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The range’s interactive feedback assists with building fundamental skills like breath control, trigger squeeze, and sight

  • Showcasing Skilled 308th AMU Airmen

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Shannon Moore, 308th Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-35 tactical aircraft maintenance journeyman, conducts maintenance on the engine of an F-35A Lightning II, Nov. 19, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Jets at the 56th Fighter Wing must be at maximum performance and

  • At Luke, Generals Fly, Fight, Fix and Win

    On Nov. 26, two general officers flew in F-35A Lightning IIs at Luke Air Force Base, reinforcing a simple truth about Air Force leadership: even at the highest levels, credibility starts in the cockpit.

  • Holiday Magic at Luke AFB

    A military spouse plays a festive game, Dec. 5, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. Holiday Magic is an annual celebration that offers families at Luke AFB a chance to come together and enjoy food, games, and festive activities. Events like Holiday Magic create a welcoming environment that brings

  • Arizona Cardinals Visit Goldwater Air National Guard Base

    U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II’s assigned to the 56th Fighter Wing fly in a close formation in preparation for refueling, Dec. 2, 2025, over the skies of Arizona. The F-35A, equipped with advanced sensors, stealth technology, and superior aerodynamics, stands as the Air Force’s leading

  • 2025 Prime BEEF Challenge with the 56th CES

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Caliya Cortner, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron engineering apprentice, strains alongside her team to pull a Humvee during the Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force readiness challenge, Nov. 20, 2025, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This physically demanding exercise tests

  • AFMEDCOM Transition Strengthens Medical Readiness at Luke AFB

    The Department of the Air Force is transitioning toward full implementation of the Air Force Medical Command, and on Dec. 2, 2025, initiated its most recent inter-command transfer to align the 56th Medical Group under AFMEDCOM’s 359th Medical Wing.

  • 56 CS Ensures Cybersecurity

    While Luke Air Force Base is well known for training combat aviators who soar through fighter jets across the sky, there is another mission happening quietly every day; one that does not have a traditional front line.

  • Luke Airmen Represent U.S. Air Force in ANZUS Rugby Competition

    Two Airmen from the 56th Fighter Wing recently represented the U.S. Air Force in New Zealand from Oct. 8-15, 2025 during the highly anticipated Australia, New Zealand, and United States rugby tournament. This tri-nation event featured teams from the U.S. Air Force, Royal New Zealand Air Force and