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  • Laughlin instructor pilot reaches rare milestone

    In the cockpit of a T-6A Texan II, thousands of feet above the West Texas desert, one instructor pilot (IP) reached a milestone that few in the Air Force ever do: 3,000 flight hours in a single aircraft.

  • Laughlin recognizes newest master sergeants

    The 47th Flying Training Wing held a Master Sgt. release social at XL Landings June 13, 2025. Laughlin personnel recognized seven airmen for their boundless diligence and dedication to achieve the rank of Master Sgt.

  • 47th CS welcomes new commander

    Airmen from the 47th Communications Squadron (CS) gathered at XL Landings to witness a transition of leadership as Lt. Col. Elmer Lustina relinquished command to Maj. Anthony Dimuzio during a change of command ceremony, June 9, 2025.

  • Deployments, dates, and dinner plans

    Military Spouse Appreciation Day offers Team XL an opportunity to spotlight the commitment and teamwork military couples bring to the fight—on and off duty. At Laughlin, several Airmen serve, not only alongside their teammates, but alongside their spouses.

  • 87th FTS celebrates 35 years at Laughlin AFB

    The 87th Flying Training Squadron (FTS) commemorated 35 years at Laughlin Air Force Base on April 2, 2025, marking more than three decades of excellence in training the Air Force’s next generation of aviators.

  • How Laughlin’s CRAFT team strengthens pilot pipeline

    At Laughlin, the Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training (CRAFT) team actively supports student and instructor pilots throughout every phase of Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT), ensuring they are physically and mentally prepared to meet the demands of military aviation.

  • Laughlin grand opening of renovated Base Exchange

    Team XL celebrated the grand opening of its newly renovated Base Exchange with a ribbon cutting ceremony; marking the completion of a major quality-of-life improvement project for the Laughlin community on April 16, 2025.