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Laughlin celebrates newest master sergeant selections

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Antani Walling, 47th Operations Support Squadron master sergeant select, equips a temporary master sergeant rank on his sleeve during this year’s Master Sergeant Release Party held at XL Landings on Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 5, 2026. Air Force officials selected 4,475 technical sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 21,552 eligible, for a selection rate of 20.76 percent in the 26E7 promotion cycle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Laughlin celebrates newest master sergeant selections

Custom plaques, champagne bottles, and rank insignias recognizing Laughlin’s newest master sergeant selects are arranged for presentation during this year’s Master Sergeant Release Party held at XL Landings on Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 5, 2026. Eleven Airmen from units across the installation were commemorated for their boundless diligence and dedication to the mission, earning them the promotion to master sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Laughlin goes “GEAR UP” with middle school tours of CTE program

Abraham Herrera, Del Rio High School Career and Technical Education aircraft maintenance instructor, and students from Del Rio Middle school stand in front of a T-38C Talon afterburner engine on the flightline at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 5, 2026. Herrera explained to students from the UT Austin Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program (GEAR UP) about T-38C aircraft technology, critical aviation safety procedures and the importance of readiness as a pilot and a maintainer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joseph Pagan)

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Laughlin goes “GEAR UP” with middle school tours of CTE program

Abraham Herrera, Del Rio High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) aircraft maintenance instructor, points out the key features of an aircraft ejection seat on the flight line during a CTE tour at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 5, 2026. Herrera explained the importance of safety and knowledge of all aircraft systems during a tour hosted for Del Rio Middle School students in conjunction with the Laughlin School Liaison office. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joseph Pagan)

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Laughlin goes “GEAR UP” with middle school tours of CTE program

Students from the UT Austin Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program (GEAR UP) pose for a photo in front of a T-6A Texan II at the T-6 Weather Shelter at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 5, 2026. The GEAR UP program is a U.S. Department of Education-funded college and post-secondary career access and awareness initiative that helps low-income and historically underrepresented students prepare for and succeed in higher education. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joseph Pagan)

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Lt. Col. Phillip Bourquin, 99th Flying Training Squadron director of operations, conducts a post-flight inspection of a T-7A Red Hawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 15, 2026. As one of the first Air Education and Training Command pilots to qualify on the new aircraft, Bourquin's hands-on checks are essential for ensuring the aircraft's safety and operational readiness. This thorough process is a fundamental part of the initial cadre's training, helping build expert instructor pilots for the Air Force's next-generation advanced trainer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

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Lt. Col. Michael Trott, 99th Flying Training Squadron commander, conducts a pre-flight inspection on a T-7A Redhawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 14, 2026. Trott is one of the first two Air Education and Training Command pilots to be qualified on the new aircraft. This qualification is a critical milestone toward achieving Initial Operational Capability for the Air Force's newest advanced jet trainer.(U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

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Lt. Col. Michael Trott, 99th Flying Training Squadron commander, prepares for a sortie in the cockpit of a T-7A Red Hawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 14, 2026. As one of the first T-7A qualified pilots in Air Education and Training Command, Trott is leading the unit in developing the training syllabus for future instructor pilots. The T-7A's advanced avionics and systems are designed to prepare aviators for fifth- and sixth-generation fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

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A T-7A Red Hawk comes in for a landing at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 15, 2026. These initial flights, known as "Type-1" sorties, are focused on the fundamentals of the new aircraft, including takeoffs and landings. This rigorous process is essential for building the first cadre of T-7A instructor pilots who will train the next generation of aviators.

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A T-7A Red Hawk takes off from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 15, 2026. The 99th Flying Training Squadron is the first Air Education and Training Command unit to fly the T-7A, which will replace the T-38C Talon as the service's advanced jet trainer. These initial flights, known as Type 1 sorties, are crucial for building the first cadre of instructor pilots who will train the next generation of aviators. (U.S. Air Force photo by Benjamin Faske)

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Lt. Col. Phillip Bourquin, 99th Flying Training Squadron director of operations, performs an inspection on a T-7A Redhawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, May 15, 2026. Along with the squadron commander, Bourquin is the first Air Education and Training Command director of operations to be qualified on the advanced trainer. Their qualification allows the squadron to conduct its own training flights and build the foundation for the T-7A program.

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All In the Mind: LOMRS Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month

Members of the Laughlin Operational Medical Readiness Squadron (LOMRS) mental health flight come together for a group photo at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 21, 2026. The LOMRS mental health flight assists Airmen in coping with their mental stressors to fortify resilience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith)

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All In the Mind: LOMRS Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month

Stacie Bowlin, Laughlin Operational Medical Readiness Squadron family advocacy program assistant, writes down notes at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 1, 2026. Bowlin assists Airmen and civilians in effectively coping with their mental stressors to improve their resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith)

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All In the Mind: LOMRS Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Charles Curtis, Laughlin Operational Medical Readiness Squadron (LOMRS) mental health technician, sits in mental health flight front desk at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 1, 2026. The LOMRS mental health flight aids Airmen and civilians in effectively coping with their mental stressors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith)

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Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps

A participant in the 5K run challenge runs towards the finish line near the base track at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 19, 2026. The 5K run included 87 participants, with 68 runners finishing in under 40 minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kylie Rabb)

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Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 47th Communications Squadron races towards the finish line during the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Rodeo at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, March 20, 2026. The TCCC Rodeo was hosted by the Laughlin Warrior Action Team to promote fitness and combat readiness (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith)

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Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 47th Force Support Squadron apply tourniquets to a mannequin during the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Rodeo at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, March 20, 2026. Administering tourniquets are vital in preventing further blood loss to wounded combatants and increase their survivability chances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Darryl Keith)

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Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps

Participants in one the Warrior Action Team’s professional development events run while carrying a dummy during the firefighter challenge at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 27, 2026. The goal of the WAT acts as the central hub for continuity, resource alignment, and deliberate messaging, and strives to ensure every Airman is empowered to win. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps

Participants in one the Warrior Action Team’s professional development events spray a cone with a firehose during the firefighter challenge at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 27, 2026. This month's WAT Professional Development events were hosted by the 47th Mission Support Group, which included briefs on cyber security and assignments, as well as the excellence in competition pistol shooting match and fire fighter challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kylie Rabb)

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Cultivating the Warrior Mindset: Laughlin’s new initiative bridges mission gaps

Airmen listen to a brief on assignment and Permanent Change of Station processes during the Warrior Action Team’s professional development events at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 24, 2026. Through monthly group-led events, the WAT builds esprit de corps, fosters connections to the larger Air Force mission, and instills a culture of health betterment across the Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrett Smith)

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