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  • Master Sgt. Nicholas Jiles, 47th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight chief, is nearing his 20-year mark in the Air Force. With that time in the uniform, he has had a lot of time to reflect on what it means to be an Airman. Of the many different competencies of an airman, he stressed the most important aspects of an airman are the core values instilled at the beginning of their career. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Benjamin N. Valmoja)

    Airman Spotlight: Master Sgt. Nicholas Jiles

    Master Sgt. Nicholas Jiles, 47th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight chief, is nearing his 20-year mark in the Air Force. In that time, he has had a lot of time to reflect on what it means to be an Airman. A “Big-A Airman.”
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    ‘Fiesta of Flight,’ tailgating, gate operations, and directions

    Laughlin’s ‘Fiesta of Flight,’ featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, is 11 days away. In preparation for the event, community members are encouraged to take advantage of the tailgating area. Below is information on the tailgating area, gate operations, as well as driving directions.
  • Fiesta of Flight officials announced the lineup of military aircraft coming to Laughlin for the region’s premier Air Force Open House May 12. The event’s headliner will be the United States Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds.

    Laughlin confirms performers for “Fiesta of Flight” Open House

    Fiesta of Flight officials announced the lineup of military aircraft coming to Laughlin for the region’s premier Air Force Open House May 12. The event’s headliner will be the United States Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds.
  • Union Pacific Railroad is showcasing a car demolished by a train near Liberty Drive at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The car will be displayed until mid-May to raise awareness of train safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    Laughlin safety, Union Pacific caution drivers crossing railroads

    Drivers who travel Liberty Drive may have noticed a car in the vehicle resale lot that looks like a crushed soda can. After a train hits a perfectly good car, it is little better than an old soda can. Union Pacific Railroad purchased the car, hit by a train near Fort Worth, Texas, and it serves as a visual reminder that trains are in fact bigger than cars.
  • Cactus Lanes Bowling Center is currently expanding its dining room as part of its three-phase plan at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, March 14, 2018. The bowling center plans to expand and renovate its facility for patrons. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    Bowling center expansion underway

    Cactus Lanes Bowling Center plans to reopen early-April after completing its first step of its three phase plan, here. Bowling center’s renovation is planned out in three phases: installing a larger dining area, expanding the kitchen and providing a reimagined bowling area.
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    Registration for Laughlin STEM school has opened

    San Felipe Del Rio CISD and Laughlin AFB bring a new education opportunity to Del Rio and Laughlin students.
  • African American Heritage month was first proposed by black educators at Kent State University on February 1969 and is celebrated across the country annually in the month of February. This month, Laughlin’s African American Heritage Council aims to expose Laughlin and Del Rio to this culture’s rich history. (U.S. Air Force Graphic/1st Lt. Mahalia Frost)

    Laughlin celebrates African American Heritage Month

    Laughlin’s African American Heritage Month has been a great success, according to event organizers. African American Heritage Month, formerly known as “Negro History Week,” and later expanded in the 1960s following the success of the civil rights movement, is an annual celebration of African American achievements and impact in U.S. History.
  • Airman 1st Class Chansol Kim, 47th Medical Support Squadron referral management technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of Feb. 12, 2018. 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. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    XLer of the week: Airman 1st Class Chansol Kim

    Airman 1st Class Chansol Kim, 47th Medical Support Squadron referral management technician, was chosen by wing leadership to be the XLer of the week, for the week of Feb. 12, 2018, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. 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.
  • The “Airman’s Spotlight,” is a section dedicated to showcasing Laughlin’s Airmen with a prompt they answer candidly. The Airman’s Spotlight is open to all Airmen of any rank, and is selected at random. This week’s selection is Airman 1st Class Soribel Rodriguez, 47th Medical Support Squadron referral management and patient travel technician. Rodriguez talked about how her family supports and enables her to complete her part in the Laughlin mission. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    Airman’s Spotlight: Airman 1st Class Soribel Rodriguez

    Airman 1st Class Soribel Rodriguez, 47th Medical Support Squadron referral management and patient travel technician, describes her job as being the gatekeeper between the 47th Medical Group and the network.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-05 graduates after 52 weeks of training, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Feb. 16, 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 Benjamin Valmoja)

    18-05 Set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend a graduation ceremony for Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-05, at 10 a.m., here, in Anderson Hall, Feb. 16, 2018.Maj. Gen. John F. Nichols, Adjutant General of Texas., will be the guest speaker. Awards and special recognition will be given to outstanding graduates.
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