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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-05

Loved ones pin silver wings on their graduate during a graduation ceremony of Class 26-02 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 30, 2025. Twenty-nine U.S. Air Force and Slovak officers were awarded silver wings during the ceremony, symbolizing their completion of the Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-05

U.S. and Romanian Air Force Airmen from graduating Class 26-05 pose for a photo at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 29, 2026. Twenty-nine U.S. and Romanian Air Force officers were awarded silver wings during the ceremony, symbolizing their completion of the Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-05

U.S. Air Force Airmen from graduating Class 26-05 present one half of their broken wings to their loved ones at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 29, 2026. Twenty-nine U.S. and Romanian Air Force officers were awarded silver wings during the ceremony, symbolizing their completion of the Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-05

U.S. Air Force Airmen from graduating Class 26-05 break their wings at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 29, 2026. Twenty-nine U.S. and Romanian Air Force officers were awarded silver wings during the ceremony, symbolizing their completion of the Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Team XL’s CRAFT opens Tactical Athlete Center

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, participates in the Comprehensive Readiness For Aircrew Flying Training CRAFT exercise performing a sleigh pull at the Tactical Athlete Center (TAC) at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 12, 2025. Following a ribbon cutting event, base leadership participated in a CRAFT-led workout to experience firsthand how the TAC’s training supports pilot readiness and long-term durability.

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Team XL’s CRAFT opens Tactical Athlete Center

Airmen and Comprehensive Readiness For Aircrew Flying Training CRAFT performance staff conduct integrated physical and cognitive training inside the Tactical Athlete Center at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 12, 2025. The center combines strength and conditioning with cognitive performance exercises to prepare aircrew to operate under physical and mental stress similar to operational flying environments. (Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Team XL’s CRAFT opens Tactical Athlete Center

U.S Air Force Col. Tyler Ellison, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, U.S Air Force Capt. Trevor Muzzy (left), Laughlin Air Force Base pilot, and ], U.S Air Force Capt. Trevor Muzzy (left), cut the ribbon during the opening of the Tactical Athlete Center at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 12, 2025. The new facility supports aircrew readiness through mission-focused strength, recovery, and human performance training. (Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Team XL’s CRAFT opens Tactical Athlete Center

Airmen, Comprehensive Readiness For Aircrew Flying Training (CRAFT) staff, and leadership pose for a group photo during the opening of the new Tactical Athlete Center (TAC) at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 12, 2025. The TAC supports aircrew readiness through integrated strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and human performance training tailored to mission demands. (Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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47th OSS Welcomes New Commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Amanda Thorsen, 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) incoming commander, renders her first salute to Airmen of the 47th OSS during the change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 16, 2026. The 47th Operations Support Squadron provides mission-critical operational support to the 47th Flying Training Wing, enabling safe and effective pilot training through airfield management, weather forecasting, intelligence, scheduling, and command and control functions in support of daily flying operations at Laughlin Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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47th OSS Welcomes New Commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Amanda Thorsen, 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) incoming commander, presents a speech at the 47th OSS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 16, 2026. Prior to assuming command Thorsen was the 47th Flying Training Wing program integration office director, ensuring that every new training tool, curriculum update, or system enhancement actually improves pilot training effectiveness without disrupting flight schedules or student progression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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47th OSS Welcomes New Commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, left, presents the squadron guidon from Lt. Col. Amanda Thorsen, 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) incoming commander, right, during the 47th OSS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 16, 2026. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command, as well as the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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47th OSS Welcomes New Commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph McCane, 47th Operations Group commander, left, receives the squadron guidon from Lt. Col. Daniel Garrison, 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) outgoing commander, right, during the 47th OSS change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 16, 2026. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command, as well as the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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47th OSS Welcomes New Commander

Lt. Col. Daniel Garrison, 47th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) outgoing commander, renders his final salute to Airmen of the 47th OSS during the change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 16, 2026. The change of command ceremony is a tradition dating back to the Roman era, where military leaders would pass batons, colors, standards, or ensigns that symbolized the passing of command to subordinates in attendance and ensured unit members were never without official leadership or a continuation of trust.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Harrison Sullivan)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

From the left, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Johnathan Radtke, 87th Flying Training Squadron commander, provides a pre-flight briefing to Republic of Singapore Air Force Lt. Marcus Tan, 47th Student Squadron student pilot at the new 87th FTS building at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. Construction on the squadron's new facility began in early 2025, after the sunset of the T-1A Jayhawk and departure of the 86th Flying Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Johnathan Radtke, 87th Flying Training Squadron commander, leads a pre-flight briefing at the new 87th FTS building at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. The 12,700 square foot facility allows for more flight rooms and amenities while still reusing existing supplies, creating a more modern look to the facility and still maintaining history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

The new 87th Flying Training Squadron building and Air Traffic Control Tower is pictured at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. The 87th FTS recently completed their transition to their newly renovated facility, marking the end of approximately 30 years in the original facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

The new 87th Flying Training Squadron building is pictured at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. The 87th FTS mission focuses on training U.S. Air Force and Allied officers to fly fighter and bomber aircraft using the T-38C Talon, serving as a follow-on graduate course to the Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

From the left, U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Marco Delgado and Tazhae Powell, 47th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technicians, clean flying gear at the new 87th Flying Training Squadron building at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. Construction on the squadron's new facility began in early 2025, after the sunset of the T-1A Jayhawk and departure of the 86th Flying Training Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

U.S. Air Force Capt. William Smith, 47th Flying Training Wing executive officer, stores flying gear in a locker at the new 87th Flying Training Squadron building at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. The 12,700 square foot facility allows for more flight rooms and amenities while still reusing existing supplies, creating a more modern look to the facility and still maintaining history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Red Bulls begin flight operations after relocation

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Romanie Durnin, 87th Flying Training Squadron director of operations, makes a phone call at the new 87th FTS building at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026. The 87th FTS recently completed their transition to their newly renovated facility, marking the end of approximately 30 years in the original facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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