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  • Airman 1st Class Aaron Vang and spouse, Celina Vang, pose in front of their residence at Laughlin Air Force Base, Feb. 7, 2017. Laughlin Family Housing has recently reached 99 percent occupancy and are determined to deliver the best customer service to residents.

    A larger community in the making

    Nearly two years ago, a series of storms with 60 mph winds dropped golf ball-sized hail, which severely damaged roofs, vehicles, siding and fences at Laughlin. Now, Laughlin Family Housing has recovered all of the units and is at 99 percent occupancy. Even through difficult times, the family housing staff are determined to ensure residents receive the best quality support.
  • Benjamin Rawald commences an Eagle Scout ceremony at the Whitehead Museum in Del Rio, Texas, Aug. 7, 2016. One of his biggest achievements, finishing the tasks required to receive his Boy Scout’s exploring merit badge, means Rawald has completed and attained every possible Boy Scout badge currently available.

    Laughlin youth chosen to compete for high honor

    For many children, juggling school and home life, extracurricular activities, college preparation, and keeping true to one of the nation’s oldest youth-based organizations can be a huge undertaking. However, for Benjamin Rawald, the task has not only been met, it helped him gain a nomination for this year’s Military Child of the Year award, which is sponsored by a nationally recognized, military orientated charity.
  • Ray Torres, 47th Medical Operations Squadron health promotion coordinator and exercise physiologist, sets up equipment for a gait analysis at Laughlin Air Force Base, Jan. 31, 2018. A gait analysis is used to measure a patient’s body behavior while running in a controlled environment.

    Health promotion gets Airmen on right track

    As the captain keeps up with the constant movement of a treadmill’s run belt, two pairs of eyes watch his steady stride. An expert in analyzing runners’ movement and a camera with software designed to measure the slightest change in movement. The 47th Medical Operations Squadron health promotion program offers military members a way to enhance the 47th Flying Training Wing force readiness and supporting the Laughlin’s “Fit to Fight” culture.
  • The 47th Security Forces Squadron is slated to host the first-ever Pre-Ranger Assessment Course at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 2 through 4, 2108. According to Carey, these three days are monumental in assessing whether you’ll be successful at the 15-day rather than sending an Airman who is not prepared. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    First Pre-Ranger Assessment Course to be held at Laughlin

    The 47th Security Forces Squadron is scheduled to host the first-ever Pre-Ranger Assessment Course at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, on Feb. 2-4, 2018. The three-day course provides an opportunity for U.S. Air Force members of any rank and career field to gage whether or not the 15-day Ranger Assessment Course (RAC) at Fort Bliss, Texas, is a path they intend to pursue.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-04 graduates after 52 weeks of training, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 18, 2018. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, a pilot training base that produces more than 300 military aviators annually. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Airman 1st Class Daniel Hambor)

    SUPT 18-04 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend a graduation ceremony for Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-04, at 10 a.m., here, in Anderson Hall, Jan. 19, 2018.
  • A vehicle travels west on U.S. Highway 90 outside Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 11, 2018. With colder weather on the way, Laughlin personnel are encouraged to take safety precautions while driving throughout the winter. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman Marco A. Gomez)

    Winter Driving in South Texas

    Experience with driving in extreme cold weather differs in the U.S. The Del Rio and Laughlin community must take precautions before hitting the road this season as extremely low temperatures can become quickly life-threatening. During the rest of the winter season, temperatures may fall below freezing and it’s important to keep an eye on how the weather fluctuates and how it impacts your daily commute according to Alejandro Aguilar, 47th Flying Training Wing safety office occupational safety and health specialist.

  • New year’s resolutions for 2018

    When Voltaire penned the words “every man is guilty of all the good he didn't do,” chances are he was not talking about New Year’s resolutions.
  • Michael Honey, 47th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical engineer was chosen by wing leadership to be “XLer of the week”, for the week of Nov. 22, 2017. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Charlie Velino, 47th Flying Training Wing commander is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.

    XLer of the Week: Michael Honey

    Michael Honey, 47th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical engineer, was chosen by wing leadership to be “XLer of the week”, for the week of Nov. 22, 2017.

  • Media Release - Downed aircraft in Del Rio

    An Air Force T-38 Talon assigned here at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, crashed at approximately 4 p.m. today near Spur 454 in Del Rio, Texas.
  • Jesus Perez, 47th Contracting Flight contract specialist, was chosen by wing leadership to be this week’s “XLer”, Nov. 8, 2017. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Michelle Pryor, 47th Flying Training Wing vice wing commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.

    XLer of the Week: Jesus Perez

    Jesus Perez, 47th Contracting Flight contract specialist, was chosen by wing leadership to be this week’s “XLer”, Nov. 8, 2017.
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