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  • Master Sgt. Nicholas Jiles, 47th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight chief, is nearing his 20-year mark in the Air Force. With that time in the uniform, he has had a lot of time to reflect on what it means to be an Airman. Of the many different competencies of an airman, he stressed the most important aspects of an airman are the core values instilled at the beginning of their career. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Benjamin N. Valmoja)

    Airman Spotlight: Master Sgt. Nicholas Jiles

    Master Sgt. Nicholas Jiles, 47th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight chief, is nearing his 20-year mark in the Air Force. In that time, he has had a lot of time to reflect on what it means to be an Airman. A “Big-A Airman.”
  • Ryan Anderson, 47th Maintenance Directorate sheet metal technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of May 9, 2018, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Charlie Velino, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.

    XLer of the week: Ryan Anderson

    Ryan Anderson, 47th Maintenance Directorate sheet metal technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of May 9, 2018, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Charlie Velino, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-09 graduates after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 18, 2018. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, a pilot training base that produces more than 300 military aviators annually. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    SUPT Class 18-09 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-09’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m. May 18 in Anderson Hall here.

  • Air Force scheduled to switch to OCP uniform

    Air Force leaders announced the service will move to a single combat utility uniform, adopting the Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, already in use by Soldiers and Airmen in combat zones and certain jobs.
  • Col. Michelle Pryor, 47th Flying Training Wing vice commander, opens the entry door to the T-1 Jayhawk that bears her name at her fini-flight at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 31, 2018. Pryor retired with her husband, Lt. Col. David Pryor, 96th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, the next day on the same stage they both graduated specialized undergraduate pilot training on in class 99-05.

    Autopilot off, journey on

    While preparing for our upcoming retirement, we’ve had the chance to look back through hundreds of old photos, each with its own memory, its own story. It made us realize how lucky our family has been. Throughout our Air Force journey, we’ve experienced opportunities and adventures that some people can only dream about.
  • Airman 1st Class Inigo Garcia Cacho, 47th Operation Support Squadron host aviation resource management assistant, studies Principles of Management, a college level examination program (CLEP) which is a resource to help Airmen obtain their Community College of the Air Force degree. ‘CLEPing’ is one of numerous options available to make learning a life-long journey. For more information on professional development, call the base education office at 830-298-5520. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    Continuum of Learning comes to Laughlin

    Masoud Rasti, Air Education and Training Command business relationship manager, traveled to Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas to provide a deeper understanding of how senior U.S. Air Force leaders are searching for ways they can streamline the Continuum of Learning concept, May 4, 2018. According to Rasti, training is about how Airmen are developed, yet the bigger picture is about how training and education are integrated.
  • Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, is set to host multiple aerial performances, concessionaires, static displays and more at the ‘Fiesta of Flight’ Open House and Air Show May 12, 2018. (Courtesy Graphic)

    Almost Showtime: Fiesta of Flight

    Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, is set to host multiple aerial performances, concessionaires, static displays and more at the ‘Fiesta of Flight’ Open House and Air Show May 12, 2018. Being Laughlin’s first show in nearly a decade, the base spent more than two years of planning with the continuous support from the community. The ‘Fiesta of Flight’ is prepared to house over 35 aircraft, including 16 performances.
  • Airman 1st Class Emmanuel Ebhoomhan, 47th Force Support Squadron force management technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of May 2, 2018, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Michelle Pryor, 47th Flying Training Wing vice commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.

    XLer of the Week: Emmanuel Ebhoomhan

    Airman 1st Class Emmanuel Ebhoomhan, 47th Force Support Squadron force management technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of May 2, 2018, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas.
  • Airmen 1st Class Chansol Kim and Sanghoon Woo were recently naturalized as U.S. citizens. The two South Korean natives joined the Air Force for the opportunities; Woo plans on commissioning and becoming a pilot, while Kim plans on traveling the world. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Benjamin N. Valmoja)

    XL Airmen gain American citizenship

    People join the military for different reasons: financial stability, education, travel – the list goes on. For Airmen 1st Class Chansol Kim and Sanghoon Woo, wearing the uniform has a different meaning than most, because through their commitment to the Air Force they are now naturalized American citizens.
  • Playgrounds on Laughlin Air Force Base are schedule to undergo major repairs May 3, 2018. The playgrounds sustained damage during the hailstorm in 2016 causing them to be dangerous and unusable. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    Hunt Housing renovates neighborhood parks

    Hunt Housing is scheduled to renovate several children’s playgrounds around base that are in need of repairs by late July or early August. The staff’s main priority is ensuring kids have a safe experience using the playgrounds.
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