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Laughlin kicks off holiday tradition with Christmas tree lighting

he Laughlin Chapel Catholic Children’s choir performs “What Child Is This” during a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Dec. 3, 2025. The ceremony served to bring the base’s community together to celebrate the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith)

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Ramstein hosts Wings of Wisdom speed mentorship program

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Nolan Kessler, 86th Maintenance Group section chief, mentors two Airmen on career advice during a Wings of Wisdom event at Ramstein, Germany, Dec. 3, 2025. The event strengthened communication between ranks, creating space for mentorship, discussion and shared experiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

U.S. Air Force Col. Tyler Ellison, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, addresses attendees during the XL Day all-call at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025. The all-call featured recognition of individual and team accomplishments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Members of Team XL run together during the XL Day 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025. The 5K was one of several activities scheduled throughout the day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Runners approach the finish arch during the XL Day 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025. The event promoted broad participation among assigned personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Two Airmen participate in the XL Day 5K on the flightline at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025. Runners represented units from across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Runners approach the finish arch during the XL Day 5K at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025. The event promoted broad participation among assigned personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Participants in the XL Day 5K run are silhouetted against the sunrise at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025. The 5K was held along the flightline as part of the morning’s scheduled activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Participants begin their run on the flightline, as the sun rises over aircraft shelters at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025, marking the start of XL Day. XL Day is a readiness event earned by achieving the Wing’s quarterly pilot-production targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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No. 1 Student pilot producing base celebrates XL Day

Team XL assembles on the flightline at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 26, 2025, with a 47th Security Forces Squadron patrol car, T-6A Texan IIs, T-38C Talons, and a 47th Civil Engineer Squadron firetruck to commence XL Day. The event highlights the wing’s readiness and pilot-production achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-03

Graduates of Class 26-03 pose for a class photo following their wing-pinning ceremony at XL Landings, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 25, 2025. The 27 newly winged aviators now move forward to aircraft-specific follow-on training across the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-03

Members of Class 26-03 celebrate during their graduation ceremony at XL Landings, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 25, 2025. Twenty-seven graduates earned their silver wings after completing Laughlin’s Undergraduate Pilot Training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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Graduating the Future of Flight: Class 26-03

A U.S. Air Force pilot breaks his first set of pilot wings with a loved one during Class 26-03’s graduation ceremony at XL Landings, Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 25, 2025. The tradition symbolizes the beginning of a pilot’s Air Force journey, with one half of the wings kept by the graduate and the other entrusted to someone significant in their life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Keira Rossman)

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Taking the oath

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meinke administers the Oath of Office to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach during an assumption of responsibility ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 18, 2025. During the ceremony, Wilsbach was sworn in as the 24th Chief of Staff of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

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Minuteman launch

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test, Nov. 5, 2025, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. ICBM systems require regular testing to verify system performance and identify any potential issues. Data gathered from Glory Trip 254 helps to identify and mitigate potential risks, ensuring the continued accuracy and reliability of the ICBM force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Draeke Layman)

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Air Force tradition

Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach signs the historic Bible during his swearing-in ceremony as the 24th Chief of Staff of the Air Force in Arlington, Va., Nov. 3, 2025. The cherished Bible — used at every Air Force Chief of Staff induction — carries the signatures of all predecessors, symbolizing the continuity of leadership and the heritage of the service. Wilsbach’s signature joins this long-standing tradition as he formally assumes the Air Force’s highest military position. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stuart Bright)

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AFIMSC explores virtual training to enhance combat support readiness

Airman 1st Class Cleshawn Jean-Pierre, 11th Security Forces Squadron installation patroller, operates an augmented reality device at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 16, 2025. The training combined virtual and augmented reality tools with scenario-based learning, emphasizing hands-on training for combat support Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)

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96th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel Yawn, incoming 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, assumes command of the 96th FTS during a change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 7, 2025. The ceremony served as the official transition of command authority within the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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96th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Daniel Yawn, incoming 96th Flying Training Squadron commander, delivers his first remarks as commander to squadron members and guests during a change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 7, 2025. Yawn thanked his peers and loved ones in his initial remarks to the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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96th FTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Anthony Straw, 340th Flying Training Group commander, passes the guidon of the 96th Flying Training Squadron to Lt. Col. Daniel Yawn, incoming 96th FTS commander, at a change of command ceremony at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 7, 2025. The ceremony served as the official transition of command authority within the squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith.)

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