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  • 47th Medical Group Virtual Change of Command

    Colonel Andrew Cruz passed command of the XL medics to Col. Christine Stabile, 47th Medical Group commander, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 26, 2020. The 47th MDG held their change of command online to accommodate for COVID-19 restrictions. (U.S. Air Force video by Tech. Sgt. Joseph Carpenter)

  • 87th Flying Training Squadron Aerial Change of Command

    Lt. Col. Gregory Moulton passes command of the 87th Flying Training Squadron to Lt. Col. Michael Palik, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 4, 2020. (U.S> Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Benjamin N. Valmoja)
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    Where Airpower Begins...

    A T-6A Texan II aircraft from the 434th Flying Training Squadron assigned to Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, fly a training mission June 25, 2020. The 434th FTS along with the 85th Flying Training Squadron, conduct primary flight training in the T-6A Texan II as part of the Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by
  • Victor Waters, 47th Force Support Squadron outdoor recreation and Southwinds Marina manager, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of June 15, 2020, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    XLer of the week: Victor Waters

    Victor Waters, 47th Force Support Squadron outdoor recreation and Southwinds Marina manager, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of June 15, 2020, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently make
  • Members of the 47th Flying Training Wing’s Honor Guard team, from Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, pose for a picture in their vehicle during their trip to assist Dyess AFB with and active duty funeral for U.S. Congressman, retired Col. Samuel Robert Johnson, former P.O.W. and prior Thunderbird pilot. The funeral took place June 8, 2020 in Dallas. (Courtesy photo)

    Laughlin Honor Guard assists with Congressman Johnson’s final goodbye

    The Dyess Air Force Base honor guard program manager, reached out to me unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 regarding assistance for active duty military funeral honors for U.S. Congressman, retired Col. Samuel Robert Johnson, former prisoner of war and prior Thunderbird pilot. Johnson was a decorated fighter pilot in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The colonel was shot down in North Vietnam, suffering a broken arm and broken back. He was captured as a POW and endured torture and solitary confinement for nearly seven years. He was released in Operation Homecoming and returned to the U.S. The veteran went on to give 28 more years in service in the Texas House of Representatives.
  • Members of Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas gather in a circle June 10, 2020. Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Robert Zackery III, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, led a series of discussions about racial injustices within our nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marco A. Gomez)

    Laughlin CC, CCC discuss racial injustice with members

    Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Robert Zackery III, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, led a series of discussions about racial injustices within our nation at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 10, 2020.
  • Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Nelligan, 47th Healthcare Operations Squadron NCO in charge of radiology services, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of June 8, 2020, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Robert L. Zackery III, 47th FTW command chief master sergeant, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    XLer of the Week Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Nelligan

    Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Nelligan, 47th Healthcare Operations Squadron NCO in charge of radiology services, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of June 8, 2020, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Robert L. Zackery
  • Pressure suits like the one pictured here help protect pilots at high altitudes. When U-2 pilots flew at Laughlin (1957-1963) they would have worn suits like these. You can see one up close at the entrance to the Anderson Hall auditorium in building 320! (Courtesy photo by Robert Marcell)

    Laughlin Heritage Corner: June

    Seventy years ago this month—on 25 June 1950—North Korea invaded South Korea, beginning the Korean War. The Korean War lasted from 1950 to 1953, and it is notable for us here at Laughlin Air Force Base for two reasons in particular:
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 20-16 is set to graduate after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 12, 2020. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to build combat-ready Airmen, leaders and pilots. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    SUPT class 20-16 set to graduate

    Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 20-16 is set to graduate after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 12, 2020. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to build combat-ready Airmen, leaders and pilots. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Anne McCready)
  • Effective June 8, 2020, the local area for Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, is now expanded to include San Antonio, San Angelo and Big Bend National Park, announced Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, today at Laughlin. The decision came after Laughlin leadership lowered the previous Health Protection Condition from ‘Charlie’ to ‘Bravo.’ Although some restrictions have been scaled back, preventative measures still remain in place.

    Local area expanded to San Antonio, San Angelo, Big Bend National Park

    LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – Effective June 8, 2020, the local area for Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, is now expanded to include San Antonio, San Angelo and Big Bend National Park, announced Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, today at Laughlin.
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