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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Heat, Dust, and Sweat: How Reserve Airmen Maintainers Power through the Arizona Sun

Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group perform maintenance on an F-35 fighter jet using a hoist system at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024. The team ensures the aircraft's systems are mission-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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Senior Enlisted Leadership Takes Center Stage at 944th MSG’s First Change of Responsibility

Colonel Reginald Trujillo, 944th Mission Support Group commander, explains the significance of Senior Enlisted Leaders and how pivotal they are to mission success during the first-ever Change of Responsibility ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. He expressed gratitude for the Air Force’s decision in 2021 to change the names from Superintendent to Senior Enlisted Leaders stating, “Superintendents are for school districts; Senior Enlisted Leaders are for warfighting organizations.” (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Courtney Richardson)
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Senior Enlisted Leadership Takes Center Stage at 944th MSG’s First Change of Responsibility

Chief Master Sgt. Gregory Locke, 944th Mission Support Group Senior Enlisted Leader, shares his leadership directions after assuming his new role during the first-ever Change of Responsibility ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. Locke committed to bringing his authentic leadership to the team thus fostering a culture of unity and excellence. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Courtney Richardson)
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Senior Enlisted Leadership Takes Center Stage at 944th MSG’s First Change of Responsibility

Chief Master Sgt. Gregory Locke, 944th Mission Support Group Senior Enlisted Leader, shares his leadership directions after assuming his new role during the first-ever Change of Responsibility ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. Locke committed to bringing his authentic leadership to the team thus fostering a culture of unity and excellence. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Courtney Richardson)
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Senior Enlisted Leadership Takes Center Stage at 944th MSG’s First Change of Responsibility

Colonel Reginald Trujillo, 944th Mission Support Group commander, passes the guidon to Chief Master Sgt. Gregory Locke as he accepts his new position as the 944th MSG Senior Enlisted Leader during the first-ever Change of Responsibility ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. The unit hosted the historical event to signify the transition of leadership amongst the enlisted force while showcasing the vital role the SEL’s have in ensuring mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Courtney Richardson)
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Staff Sgt. Sara Weaver, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, addresses participants of the 9/11 Remembrance 5K on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Weaver has organized the event for three years to ensure the memory of 9/11 continues to live on. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

A participant in the 944th Fighter Wing's 9/11 Remembrance 5K receives a medal from an event organizer and Rising Six member after completing the run on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The Rising Six is an organization of junior enlisted personnel and played a critical role in supporting this event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Master Sgt. Michael Brick, assistant fire chief of health and safety for the 944th Fighter Wing, rings a bell in honor of fallen firefighters from 9/11 during the 9/11 Remembrance 5K on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The bell-ringing ceremony served as a tribute to the heroic first responders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Participants in the 9/11 Remembrance 5K make their way through the course on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Staff Sgt. Sara Weaver, 944th Civil Engineer Squadron, organized the event to honor those lost on 9/11 and ensure the memory of the day continues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Master Sgt. Michael Brick, assistant fire chief of health and safety for the 944th Fighter Wing, participates in the 9/11 Remembrance 5K in full firefighting gear on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Brick’s participation honored the firefighters who died on 9/11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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Running to Remember: 944th FW Unites to Honor 9/11 Heroes in Annual Remembrance 5K

Members of the 944th Fighter Wing gather for a group photo before starting the 9/11 Remembrance 5K on Sept. 8, 2024, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The event, held during the Unit Training Assembly, honored those who died on Sept. 11, 2001, and the first responders who have since passed away. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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944th FW Commander Rallies Airmen, Sets Focus on Mission-Ready Future

944th Fighter Wing members attentively listen during a commander’s call at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. Col. Todd “Riddler” Riddle, 944th FW commander, highlighted the importance of mission readiness and resilience while recognizing outstanding achievements within the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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944th FW Commander Rallies Airmen, Sets Focus on Mission-Ready Future

944th Fighter Wing members attentively listen during a commander’s call at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. Col. Todd “Riddler” Riddle, 944th FW commander, highlighted the importance of mission readiness and resilience while recognizing outstanding achievements within the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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944th FW Commander Rallies Airmen, Sets Focus on Mission-Ready Future

Colonel Todd “Riddler” Riddle, 944th Fighter Wing commander, addresses more than 600 Reserve Citizen Airmen during a commander’s call at Luke Air force Bae, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. Riddle discussed the importance of preparedness, personal resources available to Airmen, and fostering connections within the unit to ensure mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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944th FW Commander Rallies Airmen, Sets Focus on Mission-Ready Future

Colonel Todd “Riddler” Riddle, 944th Fighter Wing commander, speaks to members of the 944th FW during a commander’s call at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 7, 2024. Riddle emphasized the wing’s upcoming exercises and the critical role each Airman plays in ensuring the wing’s readiness for global missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Orozco)
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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-10 Thunderbolt II he flew, tail number 9154, at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Aug. 22, 2024. Mitchell’s dedication to the A-10 community has made him a respected figure among his peers as the aircraft approaches the end of its service. (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, looks on as he stands next to an A-10C Thunderbolt II at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 22, 2024. Mitchell’s career is a testament to the A-10’s role in providing close air support for the U.S. military. (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, stands in front of an A-10C Thunderbolt II adorned with its unique “Warthog” nose art at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 22, 2024. The aircraft’s distinctive markings and Mitchell’s long tenure as a pilot underscore the deep connection between the A-10 and those who fly and maintain it. (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, reflects on his career as he stands beside an A-10C Thunderbolt II at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Aug. 22, 2024. With the A-10's service in the U.S. Air Force nearing its end, Mitchell’s experiences and legacy highlight the impact of this storied aircraft. (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, 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 has flown the A-10, often referred to as the Warthog, for nearly two decades, exemplifying the dedication and expertise that define the A-10 community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Bolken)
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