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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  • Volunteers Sought for Arizona StandDown

    The 944th Fighter Wing will proudly be supporting fellow veterans at the Arizona StandDown, March 8-10, at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum North Exhibit Hall in Phoenix, Ariz. A variety of helping agencies will be on hand to provide everything from free haircuts and clothing, to medical care and

  • Medical Recruiting

    Midwestern University fourth year medical students spent the Tuesday morning learning about the benefits and rewards of joining the Air Force."These seniors are about to embark on their residencies," said Master Sgt. Michael Langdon, 944th Fighter Wing Medical Recruiter. "It is the perfect time to

  • AF Reserve announces revised force structure actions

    Air Force Reserve Command is moving forward with force structure changes authorized by the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal 2013.In response to concerns raised by state governors and Congress regarding the FY13 President's Budget submission - and subsequent Congressional marks placing

  • Air Force releases results of health and welfare inspection

    The Air Force released the results of the service-wide health and welfare inspections that were completed in an effort to emphasize an environment of respect, trust and professionalism in the workplace."Every Airman deserves to be treated with respect. They also deserve to work in a professional

  • Wing's annual award winners announced

    The 944th Fighter Wing's annual award winners were recognized during a banquet Jan. 12 at the Wigwam Golf Resort in Litchfield Park, Ariz. The winners are:Airman of the Year:SrA Gabriela Olivas, 944th Aeromedical Staging SquadronNon-Commissioned Officer of the Year:TSgt Meredith Mingledorff, 944th

  • Thunderbirds headline 2013 open house

    The U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Team, the Thunderbirds, will join Luke Air Force Base March 16 and 17 for Luke's biennial open house and air show. Performing alongside the Thunderbirds in the air show lineup thus far include an F-16 close air support demonstration and a Marine Corps AV-8

  • New Tricare Premiums Take Effect Jan. 1

    New premium rates for Tricare Reserve Select and Tricare Retired Reserve will go into effect Jan. 1.Monthly rates for member-only coverage under TRS will be $51.62. That is down 5.3 percent from 2012 premiums. Rates for member and family coverage will be $195.81 a month, a 1.5 percent increase over

  • Panetta Memo Describes Possible Sequestration Effects

    While many remain hopeful that Congress and the administration will reach a deal that avoids sequestration, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta has issued a memo describing the potential implications of going over the fiscal cliff.Planning for the effects of an across-the-board cut in defense spending

  • 944th Fighter Wing announces O-6 promotions

    The following 944th Fighter Wing members have been selected for promotion to Colonel:944th Operations GroupLt. Col. Miguel Torrealday69th Fighter SquadronLt. Col. Robert WhitehouseLt. Col. Kevin Aunapu45th Fighter Squadron Lt. Col. Terry W. McClain ANG/AFR Test CenterLt Col Todd M. Seger