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  • 85th FTS welcomes new commander

    Airmen from the 85th Flying Training Squadron gathered to witness a transition of leadership as Lt. Col. Imran Khan relinquished command to Lt. Col. Kristof Lieber, during a change of command ceremony, Dec. 19.

  • Laughlin children partake in Junior Deployment

    U.S. Air Force airmen from the 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) and Junior Deployment participants gather together in a group huddle during a Junior Deployment event at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 21, 2025. The 47th OSS airmen served as group leaders for some participant groups. (U.S.

  • Laughlin kicks off holiday tradition with Christmas tree lighting

    The 47th Flying Training Wing Chaplin Corps hosts Christmas tree lighting at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Dec. 3, 2025. The event served to unite the base community by celebrating the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

  • Team XL dedicates May hero workout to Lt. Michael Murphy

    Over 20 total force Airmen from across the wing came together to remember Lt. Michael Murphy during the May hero workout. This month’s workout, “Murph,” consisted of a one mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 air squats and a one mile run finish.

  • What if the answer is yes?

    In a household bustling with 12 children, each with unique backgrounds and stories, one Laughlin flight sergeant found the roots of her leadership and resilience. She learned early on the importance of empathy and communication.

  • Don't drive distracted

    April is Distracted Driving Awareness month and 47th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) defenders are helping raise awareness of why to not drive distracted.

  • Mexican Air Force visits Laughlin for Fiesta of Flight

    The Fuerza Aerea Mexicana (Mexican Air Force) made their first U.S. debut since 1944 with their T-6C+ Aerobatic Demonstration team for a performance during Laughlin’s Fiesta of Flight Open House, Airshow and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics Expo (STEAM) March 9.

  • Team XL participates in leadership organization training

    Rob Joseph, co-founder of RLK Team Solutions Inc., leads a discussion during a Courage Leadership Alliance seminar, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 16, 2024. Team XL personnel and organizational culture seminar, to learn about personal and professional tactics for challenges and improvements in