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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  • Colonel surveys Holloman, takes final flight

    Col. Robert McCutchen Jr., 56th Fighter Wing special assistant to the commander at Luke AFB, Ariz., visited the base April 19-21 to survey facilities for Holloman's upcoming transition to F-16s and to take his final flight in the Air Force.Colonel McCutchen toured the hangars, future ramp space

  • Leadership course develops future leaders

    Today's airmen are able to study and learn from the rich heritage of leaders that have set the example throughout Air Force history. The Non Commissioned Officer Leadership Development Course (NCOLDC) taps into that resource through an intense two week course that teaches the foundational

  • What do you say after 33 years

    During his retirement ceremony on April 3 at Luke AFB, 944th Fighter Wing command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Pablo Valverde Jr. said, "What do I say after 33 years of service?" Those that he served said it for him.Former 944th Mission Support Group commander, Colonel Linda McCourt stated, "Whether in

  • Luke AFB pilot reaches 5,000 F-16 flying hours

    A pilot at Luke Air Force Base reached a feat March 24 that only two other F-16 pilots have accomplished throughout their careers. Col. Robert McCutchen Jr., 56th Fighter Wing special assistant to commander, reached his 5,000th F-16 flying hour. Reaching such a milestone didn't come easy. In fact,

  • 944th FW announces O-5 promotions

    The following 944th Fighter Wing members have been selected for promotion to Colonel:944th Medical SquadronCapt. Mario J. CalboneCapt. Rosemarie D. Gotshall944th Aeromedical Staging SquadronCapt. William B. McGarryCapt. Dena R. Pierce944th Force Support SquadronCapt. Lonnie D. Sell555th Red Horse

  • Master Sgt. Sandra Plentzas receives the John L. Levitow Award

    A 944th Fighter Wing member was recently awarded the John Levitow Award following graduation from Senior NCO Academy March 11.Master Sgt. Sandra Plentzas, 944th FW chaplain assistant, was selected as the most outstanding distinguished graduate out of 430 students.The Levitow Award is the highest

  • Officials announce March promotions

    The following individuals, organization indicated, are promoted effective March 1, 2011,  to the rank indicated:Adam Hendrickson, master sergeant, 944th Fighter WingThomas Koontz, master sergeant, 944th Civil Engineer SquadronMichele Weaver, master sergeant, ANG/AFR Test CenterBrandall Selestewa,

  • Officials announce February promotions

    The following individuals, organization indicated, are promoted effective Feb. 1, 2011, (unless otherwise stated) to the rank indicated:Daniel Dietz, chief master sergeant, 555th Red Horse SquadronJosefina Amparan, master sergeant, 944th Fighter WingThomas Caldon, master sergeant, 555th RHSRommy