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Sept. 16, 2024
Senior Enlisted Leadership Takes Center Stage at 944th MSG’s First Change of Responsibility

In a ceremony marked by tradition and unity, the 944th Mission Support Group welcomed its new Senior Enlisted Leader, Chief Master Sergeant Gregory Locke, during their first-ever Change of Responsibility ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Sept. 7, 2024.The pivotal ceremony underscored the significance
Sept. 10, 2024
Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Before the sun had even risen, more than 100 Reserve Citizen Airmen of the 944th Fighter Wing gathered in the cool, pre-dawn hours at Luke Air Force Base on Sept. 8, 2024, for a solemn 5K run, walk, or ruck march.The event, held in honor of those who perished during the attacks of September 11,
Sept. 9, 2024
944th FW Commander Rallies Airmen, Sets Focus on Mission-Ready Future

The 944th Fighter Wing Commander, Col. Todd “Riddler” Riddle, addressed over 600 members of his wing during a quarterly commander’s call at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024, focusing on the vital importance of readiness, available resources, and building connections.Riddle began by
Sept. 4, 2024
Holloman’s Finest: The Dual Duty of a 944th FW Reserve Citizen Airman

In the heart of the Lincoln National Forest near the small mountain village of Ruidoso, New Mexico, a devastating wildfire threatened thousands of lives this past June. Amidst the chaos, Reserve Citizen Airman Tech. Sgt. Orlando Rodriguez stepped into the breach not just as a reservist but as a
Aug. 26, 2024
The Spirit of the A-10: A Life Saving Flight, Lasting Legacy

As the A-10C Thunderbolt II nears the final chapters of its storied service, one man stands as a testament to the grit, determination, and unyielding dedication that defines the community surrounding this revered, combat-proven aircraft.U.S. Air Force Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Timothy "Scream"
Aug. 13, 2024
Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

On an otherwise routine day on Aug. 9, 2024, Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe crossed a significant milestone that only a handful of aviators in the 944th Fighter Wing have achieved—1,000 hours of flight time in the F-35 Lightning II. This accomplishment, while marked with a
Aug. 5, 2024
944th FW Introduces New Location for Newcomers' Orientation at Luke AFB

The 944th Fighter Wing has unveiled a new location for its newcomers' orientation on Aug. 3, 2024, aiming to enhance the introduction experience for incoming personnel and underscore the wing's dynamic mission and community. The change, spearheaded by 944th FW Commander Col. Todd Riddle and
June 2, 2024
944th Fighter Wing Honors Fallen Comrades with Commemorative Ruck March

Beating the sunrise, several members of the 944th Fighter Wing gathered at the Red Tail F-16 airpark at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., June 2, 2024, to partake in the inaugural "Fallen Comrade Ruck," an event aimed at honoring those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country.The 944th Top
May 14, 2024
Ready Now: A New Era of Reserve Citizen Airmen Training

FLORENCE, Ariz. -- In the sprawling expanse of military training, where preparation meets purpose, a new era of readiness is being written. Reserve Citizen Airmen, traditionally seen hovering over computer-based training, are now gearing up, rifles in hand, en route to an unfamiliar, remote
May 14, 2024
From Theory to Battlefield: 944th FW Tactical Training Redefines Air Force Combat Readiness

As the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force unveil comprehensive changes to maintain superiority in the era of Great Power Competition, the 944th Fighter Wing’s Aeromedical Staging Squadron's training on May 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, highlights the practical implementation of these new