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CES reduces energy to save money

Posted June 8, 2012 by by Airman 1st Class David Owsianka

The 56th Civil Engineer Squadron will receive approximately $54,500 from an energy program by reducing the amount of electricity Luke Air Force Base uses from June 1 to Sept. 30. It’s estimated that Luke will help with a megawatt-hour reduction if called upon in the four-month period. The energy program is called Peak Solutions Program…

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MSG boss expands horizons beyond family tradition

Posted October 5, 2012 by by 1st Lt. RYAN DECAMP

For many of us who’ve had family in the military, following in their footsteps may seem natural. However, what happens if we commit the cardinal sin of not joining the same branch as our parents or other family members?

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‘The Rock,’ deployment corner stone

Posted November 16, 2012 by Airman 1st Class DAVID OWSIANKA

When a short-fall tasking came knocking on the door at Luke Air Force Base, there was a spot on a deployment that only one Airman could fill.

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Justice Report

Posted February 1, 2013 by 56th Fighter Wing Legal Office

The following is a list of justice and administrative actions for December 2012: 56th Maintenance Group Courts-martial An airman was found guilty of two specifications of Article 92, failure to obey a lawful order, wrongful use and possession of spice. The member received a sentence of confinement for 19 days, reduction to E-1 and forfeiture…

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Thunderbirds birthed at Luke

Posted March 15, 2013 by Thunderbirds History Office

In 1947, while the jet age was still in its infancy, military aviation was hurtled into the future with the creation of the U.S. Air Force as a separate service.

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Girl scouts get ‘dog show’

Posted April 26, 2013 by

Senior Airman Justin Lopez, center, 56th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog handler, talks to girl scouts about the kennel facility and his experience working with the MWDs April 16 when the girls visited Luke Air Force Base. The girl scouts delivered 300 cases, about 2,600 boxes, of cookies in support of Operation Thunderbox, a…

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DTS to process TDY school-funded orders

Posted March 31, 2012 by 56th Comptroller Squadron

TDY to school funded authorizations/orders are being processed in the Defense Travel System again. DTS courses work somewhat differently than a routine TDY; travelers receive instructions via e-mail on how to build their TDY authorization/orders. It’s important to read the instructions carefully and complete the orders within five working days upon receipt of the letter….

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The flying V

Posted May 11, 2012 by Senior Master Sgt. Rich Puckett

A formation of seven F-16 Fighting Falcons perform a flyover at Luke Air Force Base April 30. These aircraft represent Luke’s six fighter squadrons and are flying with the 56th Fighter Wing’s flagship aircraft.  

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Airman leaves mark on base by overcoming fears

Posted July 6, 2012 by by Staff Sgt. Darlene Seltmann

He had been asked to paint it several times, but he didn’t think it could be done. A known artist, Tech. Sgt. Andrew Rickert, 56th Component...

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In Brief – August 31, 2012

Posted August 31, 2012 by

Hispanic Heritage Month events Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. This year’s theme is “Diversity United, Building America’s Future Today.” The committee is featuring the following events: Sept. 7 at 7 a.m. golf tournament at Falcon Dunes Golf Course Sept. 12 at 8 a.m. opening ceremony breakfast at Club Five Six Sept….

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