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Emerald Knights graduate 18

Posted May 17, 2013 by

The 308th Fighter Squadron Emerald Knights will graduate 18 pilots today. They are, from left, 1st Lt. Connor Flynt, Capt. Eric Broyles, 1st Lt. Joe Walz, Capt. Nathaniel Halley; 1st Lts. Stephen Grace, Patrick Nolan, Kyle Bell, John Johnston, Christopher Hartman, Alex Kimber, Philip Messer, Mike Gallinoto, Nathan McCaskey, Benjamin Baci, Dan Doohen, Tyler McBride;…

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Emerald Knights Graduate 18

Posted May 17, 2013 by Lt. Col. Chris Colcord

Eighteen of the U.S. Air Forces’ newest Viper pilots will culminate nine months of demanding training and receive their graduation certificates today. Class 12-EBG from the 308th Fighter Squadron “Emerald Knights” will join the ranks of a select group of aviators fortunate enough to fly the F-16. They did not achieve this goal on their…

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Thunderbolt of the Week

Posted May 17, 2013 by

Airman 1st Class Renee Polk 308th Fighter Squadron Squadron aviation resource manager Hometown: Crestview, Fla. Years in service: One year Family: Parents, Roosevelt and Ella Polk; brother and sister-in-law, Trey and Melchar Polk; and brother, Rhys Polk Education: Bachelor’s degree in sports management at the University of West Florida and an associate’s degree in exercise…

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56th CES changes command …

Posted May 17, 2013 by

Airman 1st Class Devante Williams Lt. Col. Kenneth Herndon, 56th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, returns a salute to members of CES as he takes command during the change of command ceremony at the Civil Engineer compound at Luke Air Force Base May 9.

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Police Week recognizes law enforcers

Posted May 10, 2013 by Senior Airman BRIAN LEFEVERE

National Police Week, Monday through May 17, is a celebration and remembrance of law enforcement officials and agencies throughout our great nation. Every year police departments and law enforcement agencies come together to honor and remember those who have served our communities and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The week is a simple “thank…

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THUNDERBOLT OF THE WEEK

Posted May 10, 2013 by

Staff Sgt. Zachary Milne Detachment 12, 372nd Training Squadron Tactical aircraft maintenance specialist instructor Hometown: Rochester, N.Y. Years in service: Seven years Education: Community College of the Air Force aviation maintenance and instructor of technical military science Previous assignments: Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea Inspirations: My family supports me…

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AETC, 56th Fighter Wing announce awards

Posted May 10, 2013 by

The following individual is a 2013 Air Education and Training Command award winner: Honor Guard: Senior Airman Kyle Wisecarver, 756th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron 56th Fighter Wing The following indivduals are 2013 first quarter award winners: Airman: Senior Airman Samantha Sarmiento, 56th Operations Support Squadron NCO: Tech. Sgt. Aaron Kain, 56th Force Support Squadron Senior NCO:…

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310th FS Top Hats remember lost warrior

Posted May 10, 2013 by Staff Sgt. C.J. HATCH

Staff Sgt.C.J. HATCH Members of the 310th Fighter Squadron raise their glasses in a toast to Lt. Col. Frank ”Bruiser” Bryant in front of the Luke Air Force Base Bryant Fitness Center April 26. Bryant was killed two years ago when an Afghan opened fire in a meeting at the Northern Kabul International Airport killing…

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A Night in the Life

Posted May 10, 2013 by

Crew chiefs — unsung heroes of the flightline   A pair of 309th Aircraft Maintenance Unit Airmen perform a preflight check April 18 here at Luke Air Force Base. The preflight checklist includes checking wing flaps, lights and radio.   Capt. Joe Walker, 309th FS assistant chief of weapons, prepares an F-16 for flight while…

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THUNDERBOLT OF THE WEEK

Posted May 3, 2013 by

Airman 1st Class Joshua Bird 56th Fighter Wing Legal Office Paralegal, adverse actions Years in service: One Inspirations: Past great Americans, i.e. George Washington, John F. Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln Goals: Get a bachelor’s degree while on active duty Greatest feat: Joining the Air Force Self-description: Detail oriented, think outside the box, like difficult problems, team…

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