RMO, stakeholders keep eye on sky

Samuel Price The road used to get onto the Barry M. Goldwater Range lies beneath the running water July 9, 2014, that resulted from monsoon rains. With data from the additional recently installed weather stations, personnel will know what the measurable rain is before going to the area, ensuring their safety. Following are measurements during…

New Sniper pod helps put pilots’ eyes on target

Senior AirmanDEVANTE WILLIAMS The 425th Fighter Squadron recently installed Sniper Pods onto their F-16 Fighting Falcons at Luke Air Force Base. Sniper pods provide improved long-range target detection/identification and continuous stabilized surveillance for all missions, including close-air support of ground forces. The F-16 Fighting Falcon, one of the world’s most iconic aircraft in the Air…

Luke’s best shine

Senior Airman Devante Williams Misty Hyman, Olympic Gold Medalist, receives a standing ovation during her speech Feb. 13 at the 56th fighter Wing Annual Awards Banquet at the Wigwam. Hyman talked about the obstacles she faced during her Olympic run and how she overcame them. The 56th Fighter Wing held its annual awards banquet to…

EFMP wraps up significant year

Courtesy photo Exceptional Family Member Program families get up close and personal with animals from the Wild Life World Zoo Dec. 20 during an EFMP Holiday Party at Luke Air Force Base. In today’s world, there are not many programs for people with special-needs family members to receive help without paying a lot of money….

Thunderbolt named AETC crew chief of 2014

Senior AirmanJAMES HENSLEY Staff Sgt. Brandon Rhodes, 756th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, stands in front of the F-16 static display in front of wing headquarters Feb. 12 at Luke Air Force Base. Rhodes works on the wing commander’s aircraft and ensures it is safe to fly. He has been named Air Force Crew Chief…

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Heroes walk amongst us every day

Posted April 18, 2014

Courtesy photo “The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and we must rise with the occasion.” ~Abraham Lincoln One Airman did just that when he found himself downrange in the thick of war. It was April 2008 and Maj. Scott Smith, 56th Comptroller Squadron commander, had been on Phoenix base in Iraq for almost a…

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944th FW CS team takes out trash

Posted April 18, 2014

Senior Airman Ashlynd Fine, 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron medical technician, picks up trash March 22 at the South Gate Visitor Reception Center as part of a community service team at Luke Air Force Base. The 944th Aeromedical Staging Squadron Airmen spent time after work hours March 22 helping pick up trash around the South Gate…

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AFSA speaks for Airmen

Posted April 18, 2014

The Enlisted Force Structure states it’s an Airman’s responsibility to join a professional organization. For Airmen looking for an organization to join, the Air Force Sergeants Association may be right for some. AFSA’s purpose is to represent the professional and personal interests of active-duty personnel, retired veterans and their families. “The AFSA is a professional…

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Get home safe, use AADD

Posted April 18, 2014

Making the choice to drink and drive not only affects the drinker but could affect family and friends as well. Driving under the influence can result in loss of pay, reduction in rank and in some cases discharge from the military. To prevent DUIs and save lives, Luke Air Force Base has a program available…

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Air Force News – April 18, 2014

Posted April 18, 2014

Nevada Athletes with bikes of all shapes and sizes competed April 9 at the Air Force Warrior Games trials at Nellis Air Force Base. The competitive injured and wounded Airmen and Soldiers raced in seven heats stretching six to 18 miles depending on the bike frame. Virginia An 18-year-old Air Force dependent from Joint Base…

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People First – April 18, 2014

Posted April 18, 2014

Editor’s Note: The “People First” section is compiled from information from the Air Force Personnel Center, TRICARE, 56th Force Support Squadron, Airman and Family Readiness Flight, Veterans Affairs, the civilian personnel office and armed forces news services. For the complete story, go to the web address listed at the end of the story. Airmen: Our…

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Take a stand

Posted April 18, 2014

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Take a stand against sexual assault by signing up for the Walk a Mile in their Shoes campaign. The sign-up table can be found at the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office at the west entrance of Bldg. 1150. The boots pictured were decorated by Airman 1st Class Britney…

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Luke hops into Springfest

Posted April 18, 2014

Thousands of vibrantly colored eggs covered the ground April 12 at Fowler Park as Luke Air Force Base families participated in Easter activities during the annual Spring Fest event.

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Dollars and Sense

Posted April 18, 2014

Want a copy of your leave and earning statement? LESs for separated or retired Air Force service members are not available from myPay. Requests must be sent via email to the Military Pay Historical Records Branch at ampo-verify-les-@dfas.mil or fax to 317-275-0123. For more information on the data required for the request, go to the…

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Fly Over: 43rd Express Vietnamese Restaurant, and ‘Oculus’

Posted April 18, 2014

Eating out: 43rd Express Vietnamese Restaurant For those who don’t know me, I’m a big foodie. I love trying different foods from a variety of cultures, but my favorite is Asian cuisine. Being in Arizona, where the Asian population is lower than that of the Northwest, it’s not always easy finding a good Asian restaurant….

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Worship schedule

Catholic Mass at LCC
Saturday is at 5 p.m.
Sunday is at 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (COM)
Weekdays is at noon

Protestant worship
Contemporary/Gospel service is
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Traditional service is 11:30 a.m. at LCC

Other faith groups
For information on Islamic, Jewish,
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Religious education

Catholic religious education is
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Protestant religious education is
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Weddings
Weddings are conducted in COM and must be scheduled several months in advance

Singles ministry
Wallyball is 5 p.m. Thursdays in the gym
Bible study is 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Oasis
Singles meet for dinner at 6 p.m.
Fridays and Saturdays at the Oasis

Youth events

Catholic youth group is 6:30 p.m.
Tuesdays at LCC
LDS religious classes
Call Lt. Col. Marco Galvez at
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RMO, stakeholders keep eye on sky

New Sniper pod helps put pilots’ eyes on target

Luke’s best shine

EFMP wraps up significant year

Thunderbolt named AETC crew chief of 2014

Heroes walk amongst us every day

944th FW CS team takes out trash

AFSA speaks for Airmen

Get home safe, use AADD

Air Force News – April 18, 2014

People First – April 18, 2014

Take a stand

Luke hops into Springfest

Dollars and Sense

Fly Over: 43rd Express Vietnamese Restaurant, and ‘Oculus’

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