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  • Laughlin instructor pilot selected for USAF Thunderbirds

    Capt. Jake Hammons is about to trade in the gray T-38s of the 434th Fighter Training Squadron for something a little more... flashy. Chances are, the next time he flies in a formation over Laughlin, it will be in the Left Wing position of the United States Air Force Thunderbirds signature diamond

  • Things you should know before you go

    With temperatures rising above 90 degrees nearly every day at Laughlin, you may decide to take a trip north in an attempt to escape the extreme heat.  However, before you hit the road there are a few things you should do to ensure a fun, safe trip. · Test drive the vehicle for brake response and

  • Laughlin chief recieves Bronze Star after deployment

    Inside Laughlin's fire station a large group of Airmen of all ranks simultaneously direct their attention to Chief Master Sgt. David Nelson, 47th Mission Support Group superintendent, as he stands at attention in front of the room with an American flag posted behind him. True to form, the crowd

  • Nearly 200 student pilots expected at Laughlin by end of summer

    This August, the number of casual lieutenants waiting to begin Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training at Laughlin will significantly increase. While there are only approximately 75 lieutenants currently in casual status, the number is expected to reach almost 250 by the end of summer as the Air

  • Laughlin welcomes new 47th MSG commander

    Team XL recently welcomed Col. Andrew Cernicky as the new 47th Mission Support Group commander.  Hometown: Arnold, Pa.Family: Stacey (spouse), Andrew, Caitlin, Nicholas and Ashley Time in service: 22 years, 8 months Greatest feat: Becoming a husband and father! Leadership philosophy: Be ready to

  • What's wrong with a high blood pressure?

    Hypertension is a disease of high blood pressure. This is the pressure of blood circulating and pressing on the inner walls of the arteries. Blood pressure is measured as systolic (pressure as heart beats) over diastolic (pressure when heart relaxes). Normal pressure is less than 130/80 after 15

  • Changing with the times: the new 47th ISS(P)

    A little more than a year ago, Laughlin made history and set the example for the Air Force by merging two separate squadrons into one, and the base is at it again. Laughlin held a ceremony May 27 merging the 47th Civil Engineer Squadron with the 47th Communications Squadron, creating the new 47th