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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The Spirit of the A-10: A Life Saving Flight, Lasting Legacy

U.S. Air Force Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Timothy “Scream” Mitchell, an A-10 instructor pilot and flight commander with the 47th Fighter Squadron, stands in front of the first A-10C Thunderbolt II he flew, tail number 9154, on the flight line at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 22, 2024. Mitchell, a veteran A-10 pilot, was recently recognized with a safety award for his quick-thinking actions during an in-flight emergency, underscoring the critical importance of the Warthog in close air support operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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The Spirit of the A-10: A Life Saving Flight, Lasting Legacy

U.S. Air Force Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Timothy “Scream” Mitchell, an A-10 instructor pilot and flight commander with the 47th Fighter Squadron, places his hand on the iconic nose of an A-10C Thunderbolt II at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 22, 2024. The A-10, known for its distinctive design and close air support capabilities, has been central to Mitchell’s career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Airman 1st Class Christian Dickinson, an active-duty crew chief with the 63rd Fighter Squadron, and Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot and 56th Operations Group deputy commander, proudly hold the 1,000-hour flight patch after Lowe's milestone flight in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. The patch symbolizes not only Lowe’s achievement but also the critical support provided by ground crews like Dickinson. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, an F-35 instructor pilot and the 56th Operations Group deputy commander, proudly displays a special patch commemorating his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe is one of only five members in the 944th Fighter Wing to reach this milestone, underscoring his commitment and the collective efforts of the Airmen who support every mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, an F-35 instructor pilot and the 56th Operations Group deputy commander, proudly displays a special patch commemorating his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe is one of only five members in the 944th Fighter Wing to reach this milestone, underscoring his commitment and the collective efforts of the Airmen who support every mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot, stands proudly in front of his F-35 Lightning II after completing his 1,000th flight hour in the aircraft at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe's milestone is a rare achievement within the 944th Fighter Wing, showcasing his commitment and the crucial support from his fellow Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot and 56th Operations Group deputy commander, is presented with a certificate commemorating his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe's achievement reflects the culmination of years of dedication and support from the 944th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot and 56th Operations Group deputy commander, shakes hands with Airman 1st Class Christian Dickinson, an active-duty crew chief with the 63rd Fighter Squadron, after completing his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. The milestone flight underscores the teamwork between pilots and ground crews in the 944th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, an F-35 instructor pilot with the 944th Fighter Wing, is greeted by Airman 1st Class Christian Dickinson, an active-duty crew chief with the 63rd Fighter Squadron, after completing his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. The event was a significant milestone for both Lowe and the entire unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Airman 1st Class Christian Dickinson, an active-duty crew chief with the 63rd Fighter Squadron, guides Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot and 56th Operations Group deputy commander, through final checks during the approach and shutdown of his aircraft after completing his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. This critical phase ensures the safe and secure conclusion of each flight, reflecting the meticulous teamwork between pilots and ground crews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot, prepares to exit an F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., after achieving 1,000 flight hours in the aircraft, Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe's achievement highlights the collaboration and effort of the many Airmen who contribute to each flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, F-35 instructor pilot and 56th Operations Group deputy commander, taxis his F-35 Lightning II to the flight line after completing his 1,000th flight hour at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe's milestone flight is a testament to his dedication and the support of the entire 944th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Soaring Beyond Limits: 944th FW Fighter Pilot Crosses 1,000 Hour Milestone in F-35

Airman 1st Class Christian Dickinson, an active-duty crew chief with the 63rd Fighter Squadron, marshals Reserve Citizen Airman Lt. Col. Christopher "Lube" Lowe, an F-35 instructor pilot, as he returns from a milestone flight at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 9, 2024. Lowe, who serves as the 56th Operations Group deputy commander, completed his 1,000th flight hour in the F-35 Lightning II, a significant achievement within the 944th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Strengthening the Force: Brig. Gen. McFarren addresses 944th FW on Readiness, Preparedness

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Preston F. McFarren, Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Air Force Sustainment Center, engages with members of the 944th Mission Support Group, 944th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base on Aug. 3, 2024. During the visit, McFarren emphasized the importance of readiness and preparedness for future conflicts, emphasizing the necessity of being multi-capable Airmen and excelling in their functional areas. McFarren shared insights from his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, underscoring the challenges of future great power competition conflicts. "You've got to be the best version of yourself in your career field as you can be,” explained McFarren. “Fight for resources. Push to get better training." (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Strengthening the Force: Brig. Gen. McFarren addresses 944th FW on Readiness, Preparedness

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Preston F. McFarren, Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Air Force Sustainment Center, engages with members of the 944th Mission Support Group, 944th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base on Aug. 3, 2024. During the visit, McFarren emphasized the importance of readiness and preparedness for future conflicts, emphasizing the necessity of being multi-capable Airmen and excelling in their functional areas. McFarren shared insights from his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, underscoring the challenges of future great power competition conflicts. "You've got to be the best version of yourself in your career field as you can be,” explained McFarren. “Fight for resources. Push to get better training." (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Strengthening the Force: Brig. Gen. McFarren addresses 944th FW on Readiness, Preparedness

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Preston F. McFarren, Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Air Force Sustainment Center, engages with members of the 944th Mission Support Group, 944th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base on Aug. 3, 2024. During the visit, McFarren emphasized the importance of readiness and preparedness for future conflicts, emphasizing the necessity of being multi-capable Airmen and excelling in their functional areas. McFarren shared insights from his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, underscoring the challenges of future great power competition conflicts. "You've got to be the best version of yourself in your career field as you can be,” explained McFarren. “Fight for resources. Push to get better training." (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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944th Fighter Wing Celebrates Colonel Promotion at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert D. Dossman, 944th Maintenance Group Commander, stands at attention during the presentation of the American Flag as fellow Airmen, friends, and family honor his promotion to Colonel at a ceremony held at the 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit hangar, Luke Air Force Base, on Aug. 3, 2024. The ceremony celebrated Dossman’s achievements and dedication to the Air Force, while also highlighting his leadership and commitment to country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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944th Fighter Wing Celebrates Colonel Promotion at Luke AFB

Family, friends, and Airmen watch attentively during the promotion ceremony of Col. Robert D. Dossman, 944th Maintenance Group Commander, at the 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit hangar, Luke Air Force Base, on Aug. 3, 2024. The ceremony celebrated Dossman’s achievements and dedication to the Air Force, while also highlighting his leadership and commitment to country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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944th Fighter Wing Celebrates Colonel Promotion at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert D. Dossman, 944th Maintenance Group Commander, takes a moment to reflect during his promotion ceremony at the 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit hangar, Luke Air Force Base, on Aug. 3, 2024. The ceremony celebrated Dossman’s achievements and dedication to the Air Force, while also highlighting his leadership and commitment to country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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944th Fighter Wing Celebrates Colonel Promotion at Luke AFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert D. Dossman, 944th Maintenance Group Commander, shares a proud moment with his family as they assist in pinning on his new rank insignia during his promotion ceremony at the 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit hangar, Luke Air Force Base, on Aug. 3, 2024. The ceremony celebrated Dossman’s achievements and dedication to the Air Force, while also highlighting his leadership and commitment to country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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