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SUPT class 11-10 graduates

Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 11-10 graduated June 10. (photo illustration by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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Local students join Laughlin team

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Students involved in Laughlin’s 2011 summer hire program take an oath with Col. Angela Cadwell, 47th Mission Support Group commander, at Laughlin’s Wing Chapel June 6. Eighty seven local students will be employed at Laughlin by taking part in the 10-week program assisting various base organizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jose Mendoza)

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Colonel Frankel announces his retirement

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Colonel Michael Frankel, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, and his family pose in front of a T-6 aircraft here at Laughlin. (contributed photo)

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Colonel Frankel announces his retirement

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Colonel Michael Frankel, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, participates in the 2010 George Memorial Bull Riding event in Del Rio. Colonel Frankel recently announced his retirement from the Air Force. (contributed photo)

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Pool open for business

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Laughlin members cool off after a long day here at Laughlin's Friendship Pool June 8. The pool opened Memorial Day weekend after undergoing a $132,000 pool repair project in the off season to more efficiently support the Laughlin community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Master Sgt. James Escher, 47th Mission Support Group, looks down the fairway after a drive during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Chief Master Sgt. Dean Ferris, 47th Operations Group, follows a drive during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Col. Michael Frankel, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, smoothly taps a long birdie attempt during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- A ball waits near the green of a par three hole during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- (Capt.) Brian Nierman, 47th Flying Training Wing chaplain, sets up for a birdie putt during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Major Ian Dinesen, 47th Security Forces Squadron commander, tees off during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin commanders take golf tournament

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Chief Master Sgt. Michael King, 47th Mission Support Group, watches as Chief Master Sgt. Dean Ferris, 47th Operations Group, takes a shot towards the green during a Chiefs and Shirts versus Commanders Golf Tournament here recently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Saldukas)

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Laughlin mentors help underprivileged students

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – A group of children and their teachers from several schools in the Del Rio community enjoy a military working dog demonstration at Laughlin’s 47th Security Forces Squadron May 25. The demonstration was part of a tour for the Laughlin Education and Enrichment Program, where many Laughlin members volunteer their time to mentor young people in the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jose Mendoza)

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XLer of the Week

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – Members of the 47th Flying Training Wing Equal Opportunity office pose with members of Laughlin’s leadership, including Col. Thomas Murphy, 47th FTW vice commander, after being presented the XLer of the Week award here May 25. The XLer is a weekly award chosen by wing leadership and given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to Laughlin and their unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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XLer of the Week

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – Rene Ruiz, 47th Maintenance Directorate, is presented the XLer of the Week award by Col. Michael Frankel, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, here May 18. The XLer is a weekly award chosen by wing leadership and given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to Laughlin and their unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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No limb, no problem

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – First Lt. Ryan McGuire, 47th Operations Support Squadron, accepts the Daedalian Award from Col. Michael Frankel, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, during the graduation of Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 11-09 at Laughlin’s Anderson Hall May 20. Lieutenant McGuire became the first person in the history of the Air Force to graduate pilot training as an amputee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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No limb, no problem

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – First Lt. Ryan McGuire, 47th Operations Support Squadron, poses for a photo with his family on Laughlin’s flight line after the graduation of Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 11-09 May 20. Lieutenant McGuire became the first person in the history of the Air Force to graduate pilot training as an amputee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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No limb, no problem

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – Tech. Sgt. Lisa Carlson, 49th Wing public affairs, films a press conference at Laughlin’s wing headquarters building for 1st Lt. Ryan McGuire, 47th Operations Support Squadron, and his family after the graduation of Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 11-09 May 20. Lieutenant McGuire became the first person in the history of the Air Force to graduate pilot training as an amputee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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No limb, no problem

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – First Lt. Ryan McGuire, 47th Operation Support Squadron, embraces his mother during a press conference at Laughlin’s wing headquarters building after the graduation of Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 11-09 May 20. Lieutenant McGuire became the first person in the history of the Air Force to graduate pilot training as an amputee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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Laughlin celebrates diversity

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – A couple demonstrates salsa dancing on stage during Laughlin’s diversity-themed wing picnic here May 13. A variety of ethnic foods were available for sample and bands played throughout the afternoon while more than 2,300 Laughlin members turned out to take it all in. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Blake Mize)

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