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March 17, 2026
Laughlin recognizes outstanding performers during “Wings of XLence” Luncheon

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 47th Flying Training Wing and members of the Del Rio Military Affairs Association come together for a group photo during the Wings of XLence luncheon at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, March 13, 2026. The Wings of XLence luncheon served as an opportunity to
March 11, 2026
CSAF and CMSAF Highlight AETC’s Strategic Impact on Force Readiness

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe visited Ebbing Air National Guard Base and Goodfellow Air Force Base March 9-10 to see how Air Education and Training Command is preparing Airmen for the demands of the operational Air Force. The visit
March 6, 2026
CSAF Letter to the Force

Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen.
March 3, 2026
Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-06

Twenty-four U.S. Air Force and Japanese officers were awarded the coveted silver wings as symbol of their hard work and training during a graduation ceremony held Feb. 26, 2026.
March 3, 2026
Air Force selects 1,474 in the senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts March 5

Air Force officials selected 1,474 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 13,315 eligibles for a selection rate of 11.07 percent in the 26E8 promotion cycle.
Feb. 27, 2026
Air Force modernizes Physical Fitness Program to bolster readiness, long-term health

The modernized program is anchored in scientifically grounded health measures and a more rigorous assessment model. The goal is to enhance warfighter readiness by encouraging Airmen to build durable fitness habits that support sustained, career-long performance.
Feb. 27, 2026
Team XL inspires local students through STEM Buddies program

Airmen from Laughlin Air Force Base and students from Lamar Elementary School spent time experimenting with flight science during a Laughlin STEM Buddies event at Lamar Elementary School, Feb. 19, 2026.
Feb. 26, 2026
Team XL hosts Annual Awards Ceremony

The 47th Flying Training Wing (FTW) held its Annual Awards Ceremony at XL Landings Feb. 20, 2026.
Feb. 26, 2026
Wilsbach outlines strategy for confronting adversaries, Air Force success

In his first major address since becoming Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Ken Wilsbach highlighted readiness and how the service is responding to a complex and ambiguous strategic environment.
Feb. 19, 2026
Laughlin's 2025 4th quarter award winners

Laughlin Air Force Base celebrated fourth quarter award winners; recognizing top performers across Airman, NCO, SNCO, CGO, FGO and civilian categories.

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