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Laughlin’s school becomes first in district to become Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

Roberto ”Bobby” Barrera, RBB Elementary STEM Magnet School faculty and staff, Laughlin Air Force Base leadership and San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated Independent School District (SFDRCISD) school board members pose together for a group photo in Del Rio, Texas, Aug. 18, 2025. RBB were honored by Team XL and SFRDCISD for being named a 2025 Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Christine Del Aguila.)

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Laughlin recognizes Staff Sgt. selects

The 47th Flight Training Wing’s newest Staff Sgt. Selects pose for a group photo following their recognition ceremony at XL Landings, Aug. 18, 2025. Air Force officials recently selected 15,894 Senior Airmen for promotion to Staff Sgt. out of 47,007 eligible candidates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Laughlin recognizes Staff Sgt. selects

he 47th Flight Training Wing’s newest Staff Sgt. Selects pose for a group photo following their recognition ceremony at XL Landings, Aug. 18, 2025. Air Force officials recently selected 15,894 Senior Airmen for promotion to Staff Sgt. out of 47,007 eligible candidates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Laughlin recognizes Staff Sgt. selects

Custom made U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. plaques and champagne bottles are prepared moments before a Staff Sgt. release social at XL Landings, Aug. 18, 2025. Team XL recognized 25 Senior Airmen for being selected for promotion to the rank of Staff Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Laughlin sharpens T-38C flying skills in non-standard airspace exercise

A T-38C Talon assigned to the 47th Flying Training Wing takes off during a non-standard airspace exercise at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. The training scenario sharpened instructor pilots’ skills in complex airspace while reinforcing fighter and bomber fundamentals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin sharpens T-38C flying skills in non-standard airspace exercise

A formation of T-38C Talon aircraft taxis onto the runway during a non-standard airspace training exercise at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. The event focused on fighter and bomber fundamentals, challenging instructor pilots to operate in dynamic, high-tempo environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin sharpens T-38C flying skills in non-standard airspace exercise

A T-38C Talon assigned to the 47th Flying Training Wing takes off during a non-standard airspace exercise at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. The scenario incorporated fighter and bomber fundamentals to enhance instructor pilots’ ability to operate in complex airspace environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin sharpens T-38C flying skills in non-standard airspace exercise

A three-ship formation of T-38C Talon aircraft flies over Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, during a non-standard airspace training exercise, Aug. 7, 2025. The exercise emphasized fighter and bomber fundamentals, allowing instructor pilots to hone advanced formation flying and tactical maneuvering. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin sharpens T-38C flying skills in non-standard airspace exercise

A T-38C Talon assigned to the 87th Flying Training Squadron climbs after takeoff during a non-standard airspace exercise at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. The training emphasized fighter and bomber fundamentals, refining instructor pilot proficiency in advanced aircraft operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 25-13

A U.S. Air Force Student pilot walks up to the graduation stage at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. The pilot graduation ceremony marks the point where a student pilot is presented their wings and certificate of graduation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 25-13

A loved one pins silver wings on U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Michael Russell, 47th Student Squadron pilot, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. Graduating pilots were awarded silver wings symbolizing their successful completion of Undergraduate Pilot Training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 25-13

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. John Thomson, 47th Student Squadron pilot breaks their silver wings at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 7, 2025. The breaking of silver wings is a tradition dating back to the U.S. Army Air Corps where a pilot's first wings are not to be worn but broken and given to a loved one. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 25-13

Class 25-13 poses for a group photo during graduation at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 8, 2025. Class 25-13 consisted of 28 pilots from three different countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen)

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85th FTS doubles attendance at ‘Tiger for a Day’

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jacob Spanier, 85th FTS, instructor pilot, shows a participant of Tiger for a Day the cockpit of the T-6 Texan II at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025. Participants were able to see the aircraft that 85th FTS train their pilots in. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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85th FTS doubles attendance at ‘Tiger for a Day’

A group photo of Tiger for a Day participants and organizers at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 5, 2024. The event concluded outside on the flightline in front of the T-6 FAIP tail. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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85th FTS doubles attendance at ‘Tiger for a Day’

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Andrea Lopez, 47th Operational Support Squadron, aircrew flight equipment technician, has a participant of the Tiger for a Day event try on the helmet that pilots use at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025. Participants were introduced to the essential gear that pilots wear while flying and had the opportunity to try it on themselves. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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85th FTS doubles attendance at ‘Tiger for a Day’

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Peyton Hooker, 85th FTS, instructor pilot, shows a participant of Tiger for a Day the cockpit of the T-6 Texan II at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025. Participants were able to see the aircraft that 85th FTS train their pilots in. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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85th FTS doubles attendance at ‘Tiger for a Day’

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Imran Khan, 85th FTS, commander assists a participant of Tiger for a Day with the controls in a flight simulator event at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025. Participants experienced flying a simulated T-6A Texan II with real-time instruction and guidance from experienced aviators. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin's 2025 second quarter award winners

U.S. Air Force Col. Tyler Ellison, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Erik Garza, 47th FTW command chief, present a second quarter award at Laughlin Air Force Base, August 1, 2025. The quarterly awards ceremony honored Airmen and civilians who demonstrated exceptional performance, leadership, and mission impact across the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Laughlin's 2025 second quarter award winners

U.S. Air Force Col. Tyler Ellison, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Erik Garza, 47th FTW command chief, present a second quarter award at Laughlin Air Force Base, August 1, 2025. The quarterly awards ceremony honored Airmen and civilians who demonstrated exceptional performance, leadership, and mission impact across the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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