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  • Laughlin celebrates all the spouses on base to show appreciation and support those who support are men and women in uniform every day, May 7, 2021, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. Military Spouse Appreciation Day is observed each year on the Friday before Mother's Day and recognizes the contributions to the nation's defense by the spouses of military service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David Phaff)

    Spouse's day take over

    Several hundred Laughlin spouses had the time of their life thanks to the hard work of some Laughlin members and the support of community partners. “I was amazed,” said Senior Master Sgt. Wakisha Humphries, Wing Day in Honor of Spouses project officer. “Everyone at Laughlin stepped up and did whatever they could to make this day successful. When our local community partners heard about it, we couldn’t have had more amazing support.” The celebration kicked off with a ceremony at the wing’s Heritage Park, located across from wing headquarters that saluted spouses for their amazing support. Before they entered the park, spouses had the chance to grab a free breakfast taco and organizers had contracted a local gourmet coffee truck to provide coffee for all spouses.
  • Col. Craig Prather, 47th Flying Training Wing commander and Attendees from the local area converse on April 26th, 2021 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. Col Prather begins his adress with a few words to help the local community members settle in before his adress at the first annual State of Laughlin. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Larsen)

    Wing Makes History with first “State Of Laughlin” address

    For the first time ever the 47th Flying Training Wing commander, Col. Craig Prather gave an address to local leaders in the community about where the installation is and where it plans to progress in the coming years.
  • Second Lt. Sarena Shilts, 47th Student Squadron student pilot, poses for a photo on April 2, 2021 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. This year, she competes for two accolades: her silver pilot wings, and the Miss Texas USA crown. (U.S. Air Force illustration by 47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs)

    Student pilot competes for pilot wings, pageant crown

    Second Lt. Sarena Shilts is competing for two accolades this year: her silver pilot wings, and the Miss Texas USA crown. "I'm attracted to pageantry for similar reasons I'm attracted to being an Air Force pilot," Shilts said. "The two worlds seem to contradict, but there are actually many parallels between the two. Physical training, communication skills, leadership experience.”
  • Pictured (Left to Right): Col. Cary Jones, Capt. Susan Jennie, Capt. Melany Delgado, and Maj. Emily Brown stands in front of a T-6 Texan II. The T-6 is the first aircraft all pilots must fly during there training during their time at Laughlin.(Courtesy photo taken by 2nd Lt. Esther Min)

    Instructor Pilots Reflect on Women’s History Month

    “A wise woman once told me, ‘In aviation, it doesn’t matter if you’re male or female—you’re a flyer,” said Major Jamie Van Neste, T-6 Texan II Instructor Pilot. “Your gender doesn’t change that ability…and your aircraft can’t tell the difference.”
  • Mr. Alberto Ramirez, 47th Maintenance Directorate power support systems work leader, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of Mar. 31, 2021, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Craig Prather, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Lewis, 47th Operations Group superintendent, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Airman 1st Class David Phaff)

    XLer of the week: Mr. Alberto Ramirez

    Mr. Alberto Ramirez, 47th Maintenance Directorate power support systems work leader, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of Mar. 31, 2021, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Craig Prather, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Lewis, 47th Operations
  • Senior Airman Susan Luna, 47th Medical Group Mental Health technician, finds camaraderie with her coworker, Captain Elizabeth DePalma, a 47th MDG Mental Health nurse practitioner, on March 23, 2021, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The mental health team’s mission every day is to keep their Air Force family safe, whether it’s battling COVID-19 or helping service members gain the edge on their mental well-being. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Anne McCready)

    Laughlin mental health team provides toolkit for Airmen’s success

    In Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH), providers assist individuals in their coping with similar stressors. PCBH could be the resource an Airman needs to help alleviate stress and develop positive, sustainable coping skills in and out of quarantine.
  • Capt. Alexander Belvo, 47th Healthcare Operations Squadron medical logistics flight commander, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of Mar. 8, 2021, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Craig Prather, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Lewis, 47th Operations Group superintendent, 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: Capt. Alexander Belvo

    Capt. Alexander Belvo, 47th Healthcare Operations Squadron medical logistics flight commander, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, the week of Mar. 8, 2021, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Craig Prather, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Lewis, 47th
  • Due to a steady decrease in positive COVID-19 cases in Val Verde County, the 47th Flying Training Wing commander, Col. Craig Prather, has directed the change to Health Protection Condition Bravo on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, effective immediately. The movement to HPCON Bravo does not alter the policies directed and implemented by the Department of the Air Force regarding mask-wear guidance on federal installations. (Courtesy graphic)

    Laughlin moves to HPCON Bravo

    Due to a steady decrease in positive COVID-19 cases in Val Verde County, the 47th Flying Training Wing commander, Col. Craig Prather, has directed the change to Health Protection Condition Bravo on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, effective immediately. The movement to HPCON Bravo does not alter the policies directed and implemented by the Department of the Air Force regarding mask-wear guidance on federal installations.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 21-06 graduated after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 26, 2021. Laughlin is 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 21-06 set to graduate

    Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 21-06 graduated after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 26, 2021. Laughlin is 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)
  • Maj. Gen. William Spangenthal, Air Education and Training Command deputy commander, looks over the base from the air traffic control tower at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 8, 2021. Laughlin Air Force Base is the largest primary pilot training base in the United States Air Force. It is used as a first-step for Air Force pilots to get hands-on flying training with the T-6A Texan II, T-1 Jayhawk, or T-38C Talon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David Phaff)

    Deputy commander meets with Laughlin teammates, experiences Team XL

    Maj. Gen. William Spangenthal, deputy commander of Air Education and Training Command, visited the 47th Flying Training Wing this month to witness how Team XL is furthering an environment of excellence for Airmen stationed here. Cultivating an environment of excellence includes ensuring Airmen and families have a safe, secure environment for them to live and work. This was reinforced during Spangenthal’s visit as he toured Ricks Hall and enlisted dorms.
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