June 24, 2025 TarantuLAWS: Legal tools every Airman should know Whether you’re preparing for deployment, tackling paperwork for your next PCS or just trying to understand your rights and responsibilities, Laughlin’s Legal Office is ready to help. But while many Airmen know the office exists, few realize just how much support the legal team provides behind the
June 20, 2025 Graduating the future of flight: Class 25-11 Twenty-seven U.S. Air Force officers were awarded the coveted silver wings as a symbol of their hard work and training during a graduation ceremony held June 18, 2025.
June 18, 2025 47th CPTS welcomes new commander Team XL welcomed a new leader to the 47th Comptroller Squadron (CPTS) during a change of command ceremony held June 17.
June 17, 2025 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.
June 16, 2025 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.
June 10, 2025 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.
June 9, 2025 Laughlin Command Chief retires after 29 years of service The Airmen of Laughlin bid a fond farewell to Chief Master Sgt. Lester Largaespada, 47th Flying Training Wing command chief, after 29 years of service during his retirement ceremony here June 6, 2025.
June 9, 2025 434th FTS welcomes new commander Airmen of the 434th Flying Training Squadron (FTS) gathered to bid farewell to Lt. Col. Christopher Cherry and welcome Lt. Col. Bendel Rushing as the new squadron commander during a change of command ceremony held here June 6, 2025.
June 4, 2025 Birdwatchers return to Laughlin Laughlin Air Force Base recently welcomed birdwatchers from across the region to observe the spring migration during its annual birdwatching event.
June 4, 2025 Boosting readiness: AETC’s plan to train 1,500 pilots annually To maintain air superiority, project global power, and ensure national security, the U.S. Air Force requires a consistent supply of trained aviators—specifically, 1,500 pilots per year.