June 5, 2026 Laughlin goes “GEAR UP” with middle school tours of CTE program Throughout the month of May Team XL hosted San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated Independent School District (SFDRCISD) middle school students for a series of tours highlighting the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program offerings at Laughlin.
June 3, 2026 99th FTS Leaders Become First AETC Pilots Qualified on T-7A Red Hawk In a historic milestone for future fifth- and sixth-generation fighter pilot production, two leaders from the 99th Flying Training Squadron here have unlocked the unit's operational independence by becoming the first Air Education and Training Command pilots qualified on the T-7A Red Hawk.
June 1, 2026 All In the Mind: LOMRS Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month The Laughlin Operational Medical Readiness Squadron (LOMRS) mental health flight commits themselves to providing compassionate care to those in need during their lowest points.
June 1, 2026 Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps Airmen across the 47th Flying Training Wing are stepping outside their normal duties to compete in challenges, attend professional development sessions, and gain exposure to missions beyond their work centers.
May 29, 2026 47th Flying Training Wing welcomes new commander 47th Flying Training Wing Airmen bid farewell to Col. Tyler Ellison and welcomed new commander, Col. Eric Bissonette, during a change of command ceremony here, May 28, 2026.
May 29, 2026 T-38 Talon fleet return to flying status Following collaborative engineering and maintenance inspections initiated after a May 12 mishap at Columbus Air Force Base, the fleet is expected to safely resume flying status in the coming days.
May 28, 2026 47th CONS welcomes new commander Airmen from the 47th Contracting Squadron gathered to witness a transition of leadership as Lt. Col. Matthew Thorne relinquished command to Maj. Vanessa Valente during a change of command ceremony May 27, 2026.
May 27, 2026 Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-11 Nineteen U.S. Air Force officers were awarded the coveted silver wings as a symbol of their hard work and training during a graduation ceremony held May 21, 2026.
May 19, 2026 T-38 Talon operational pause The Air Force is implementing a fleet-wide operational pause for all T-38 Talon aircraft, ensuring the continued safety of Air Force personnel and equipment during an ongoing investigation.
May 15, 2026 Police Week 2026 at Laughlin Air Force Base The 47th Security Forces Squadron observed National Police Week at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 4–7.