An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 924th Fighter Group of the 944th Fighter Wing climbs into the sky during a demonstration as part of Exercise Desert Hammer at Barry M. Goldwater Range East near Gila Bend, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2024. This large-scale exercise showcases the adaptability of Mission Ready Airmen, advancing the skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving challenges of global competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Dastas)

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  • 944th FW officials announce December promotions

    The following individuals, organization indicated, are promoted effective Dec. 1, 2009, to the rank indicated: Christopher Buscaglio, master sergeant, 944th Security Forces SquadronSandra Montoya, master sergeant, 944th Mission Support FlightKatie Leiler, staff sergeant, 944th Medical

  • 944th FW announces 4th quarter award winners

    The following individuals are fourth quarter award winners for the 944th Fighter Wing:Senior NCO: Senior Master Sgt. James Lindsay, 944th Logistics Readiness SquadronNCO: Staff Sgt. Jennifer Favela, 944th Civil Engineer SquadronAirman: Staff Sgt. Ramsay Tandal, 944th Logistics Readiness Squadron

  • Luke Air Force Base featured on FOX NFL Sunday

    What do former President Bill Clinton, former President George W. Bush, Al Pacino and Dr. Phil all have in common? Maybe not all that much except the fact their voices could be heard coming from the mouth of comedian and impressionist Frank Caliendo at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 4. Caliendo,

  • 944th FW officials announce November promotions

    The following individuals, organization indicated, are promoted effective Nov. 1, 2009, to the rank indicated: Anya B. DaMico, staff sergeant, 944th Civil Engineer SquadronKent T. Lane, staff sergeant, 944th Logistics Readiness SquadronBrian M. Miller, staff sergeant, 944th LRSJames R. Schultz,

  • Luke named as candidate base for joint strike fighter

    Luke Air Force Base has been named as one of the candidate bases for the F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter.Air Force officials announced the candidate locations Oct. 29 after approval by the secretary and chief of staff of the Air Force. The selection of these bases signifies the determination

  • World War II veterans visit Luke

    Veterans from the 486th and 487th Bombardment Groups visited the 944th Fighter Wing and Luke Air Force Base during a tour Oct. 23. More than 80 veterans and their families traveled from around the country as part of the groups' annual reunion, which was conducted in Phoenix this year. "From the

  • 944th FW joins social networking scene

    The 944th Fighter Wing has official entered the social networking scene Oct. 20 with the launch of a fan page on Facebook. The 944th FW Public Affairs Office maintains the business page and plans to update "fans" with news links, photos, and events. "Our goal is to engage a global audience with