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Civic Leader Tour

San Antonio civic leaders and Reservist from the 433rd Airlift Wing, Lackland Air Force Base Texas, visited Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Thursday. The group of 23 arrived on a C-5A and spent the day touring Luke AFB, including a visit to the 308th Fighter Squadron and “training” in the F-16 simulators. The civic leaders were on a two day tour of Arizona bases with their second stop scheduled for Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Ariz. The tour was part of the 433rd Airlift Wing’s community outreach program to increase community partners’ awareness of the U.S. Air Force Reserve mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Denise Willhite)
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Yandell's 3,000th flying hour

Maj. Saxon Yandell, 69th Fighter Squadron Assistant Director of Operations, reached his 3000th F-16 flying hour on Mar. 15. His family and fellow pilots were on the flight line waiting to greet him with water hoses and congratulations after his flight. Yandell has been flying for over 15 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Darlene Seltmann)
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Combat Operations Readiness Training

A 944th Security Forces Squadron member, fires on the enemy during Combat Operations Readiness Training at Davis- Monthan AFB, Ariz. March 3. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Louis Vega)
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Combat Operations Readiness Training

Airmen inspect their weapons preparing for a live training exercise March 3, which required 944th and 56th Logistic Readiness Squadron members to defend themselves with combat skills. The paintball armed M-4 rifles, took the place of live ammunition, providing Airmen the opportunity to take and practice live-fire defensive postures. Training was conducted by instructors with real-world combat experience, some recently returning from deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Louis Vega)
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Fedder visits with airmen

Major Kip M. Schlum, 944th Security Forces Squadron commander, briefs Lt. Gen. Judith A. Fedder, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Installations and Mission Support, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., during her visit with Airmen at Combat Arms Training and Maintenance training March 3. Fedder was the guest speaker for the 56th Maintenance Professional of the Year Ceremony held at Luke Air Force Base March 3. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Denise Willhite)
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Find the Hero in You

Major Kip M. Schlum, 944th Security Forces Squadron commander, takes time out of his busy day to donate blood during the 944th Fighter Wing “Find the Hero in You” Blood Drive March 4. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Denise Willhite)
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Capt. Ryan L. Avery

Capt. Ryan L. Avery, 944th Logistics Readiness Squadron, poses before heading out on night operations during a recent deployment. In February he was awarded the 2011 Reserve Officer's Association (ROA) Outstanding Junior Officer selected by the Chief of Air Force Reserve. Avery was recognized for his outstanding achievements and performance both while deployed and on duty at his home station. (USAF Courtesy Photo)
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Graydon Williams Award Winner

Senior Master Sgt. Steven Brook, 944th logistics Readiness Squadron, transportation manager, explains how jet fuel is transported to a group of local employers during a recent Bosses Day. Brook is the 2011 recipient of the Graydon Williams Award. The award is presented annually to an Air Reserve Technician or Active Guard Reserve member who personifies the character and traits of the late Tech. Sgt. Graydon Williams, a 944th Fighter Wing maintenance ART who died at a young age of cancer. The essence of the award is based on superior performers who do not seek recognition, perform clearly above expectations, and have not been adequately recognized for their overall contributions and impact on the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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Fireman's Carry

The 944th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters practice fire rescue as part of their annual training requirements during the February Unit Training Assembly. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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Keeping the Vehicles Running

Tech. Sgt. Michael A. Salmon, 944th Logistics Readiness Squadron, vehicle maintenance technician, uses a flashlight while trying to remove a malfunctioning turbo assembly from a 2007 Chevrolet government van or “bread van,” Jan. 7 during his unit training assembly at the 56th Vehicle Maintenance Shop, Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. “We have a reservist who works with the 56th as a civilian who sets aside good training jobs and simple tasks that can be completed on the weekend between our other training requirements,” said Tech. Sgt. Gabriel E. Klemm, 944th Logistics Readiness Squadron, multipurpose vehicle maintenance craftsman. “Routinely the 56th will have jobs that take longer than a day to complete. If that job was started prior to close of business Friday and the job can be completed over the weekend, we partner to finish it.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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Finding Their Way

Staff Sgt. Talia D. Eames, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, structural apprentice, observes as Staff Sgt. Michael A. Barrett 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, structural journeyman, explains how to use a compass Jan. 7 during land navigation training at the 944th CES Bldg., Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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Finding The Way

Tech. Sgt. Jesse R. Cisero, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, electrical journeyman, shoots an azimuth using the “compass to check method,” Jan. 7 during land navigation training at the 944th CES Bldg., Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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69th FS

As a part of the Tuskegee squadron, the 69th Fighter Squadron kept alive the history of that unit and sustained a relationship with numerous original members of the 301st including hosting reunions. (Courtesy photo)
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69th FS

In 2010, the 69th Fighter Squadron stood up and brought with it another opportunity to perpetuate Air Force heritage. The 71 pilots assigned to the 69th FS take the heritage responsibility seriously. While designated the 301st FS, numerous historic items reflecting on Tuskegee accomplishments were on display in the squadron unit lobby which have been since replaced with 69th FS historic items. (Courtesy photo)
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69th FS

“It was such a great honor to be a part of the 301st FS. Tuskegee Airmen heritage,” states Lt. Col. Jay Paulus, 944th OG/CD, Operations Group Deputy Commander. “That unit has such an incredible history.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Elizabeth Magnusson)
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69 FS Change of Command

Lt. Col. David Garfield, 944th Operations Group commander, passes the guidon to Lt. Col. Bob Whitehouse November 4 as he assumes command of the 69th Fighter Squadron. Lt. Col. Miguel Torrealday relinquished command during the change-of-command ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Elizabeth Magnusson)
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UCI Coined

Col. Christopher F. Yancy, 944th Fighter Wing vice wing commander, recognized Tech. Sgt Tracey Kleppe, 944th Fighter Wing command post senior controller, by presenting a wing coin Nov.6 during a SORTS meeting here. Kleppe received the coin for being recognized as an outstanding professional performer during the 56th Fighter Wing Unit Compliance Inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo\Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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Trauma of a different kind

Lt Col Marc R. Matthews, 161st Medical Group Surgeon, briefs 944th Fighter Wing Aeromedical Staging Squadron and 944th Medical Squadron airmen, Sep 10 at the 56th Medical Group conference room Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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Serving Up Lunch

Col. Anne B. Gunter, 944th Mission Support Group commander, serves lunch at Ray V. Hensman dining facility from the service line to 944th Fighter Wing members Sept. 10, 2011. Gunter visited the dining facility to interact with the Force Support Squadron members to get an overview of their operations and internal functions. Gunter assisted with the food production, line services and dishwashing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Denise Willhite)
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9/11 Retreat

One hundred eighty-eight 944th Fighter Wing members stand in formation during a retreat ceremony held at the Wing Headquarters at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Sept 11, 2011 in remembrance of the attacks ten years earlier on Sept 11, 2001. The retreat ceremony was held to honor past and present heroes who have defended the United States' national interest and for the 3,000 innocent lives taken on the 9/11 terrorist attack. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.)
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