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  • Media Release - Downed aircraft on Laughlin Air Force Base

    The members involved in the T-38 Talon incident from Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, on Nov. 13, 2018, have been identified.
  • A white fence set up at the Losano Fitness Center at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas commemorates Texas’ victims of domestic violence on October 29, 2018. According to the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have been victims of severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hambor)

    Domestic violence: breaking the silence

    By the time someone brushes their teeth for two minutes, about 40 men and women would fall victim to domestic violence in the United States.
  • Staff Sgt. Barbara Panama, 47th Medical Group uniform business office manager, inspects on of the clay miniatures on display in her office on Sept. 12, 2018 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. Panama has been crafting miniatures since she was 12, and says creating things helps her focus her energy and relieves stress. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    47th MDG Airman creates library of miniatures

    Staff Sgt. Barbara Panama, 47th Medical Group uniform business office manager, inspects on of the clay miniatures on display in her office on Sept. 12, 2018 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. Panama has been crafting miniatures since she was 12, and says creating things helps her focus her energy and relieves stress. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-14 graduates after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 7, 2018. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to graduate the world’s best military-trained pilots, deploy mission-ready warriors and develop professional and confident leaders. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    SUPT Class 18-14 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-14’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m., Sept. 7, in Anderson Hall, here.
  • Senior Airman Brandon Taylor, 47th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, and Staff Sgt. Kevin Vaughn, 434th Flying Training Squadron aviation resource management NCO in charge, enjoy an evening of kayaking on Lake Amistad, near Del Rio, Texas. Alex Aguilar, 47th Flying Training Wing occupational safety specialist warns, for Laughlin’s boaters, that without a depth finder or knowledge of the area, damage could occur on the boats from either objects in the water sticking up or phantom islands that appear when the water is low. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Benjamin Valmoja)

    Southwinds Marina, wing safety share Lake Amistad safety tips

    For many stationed here at Laughlin, Lake Amistad is known as Del, Rio’s hidden gem, and is an easy choice for all sorts of outdoor activities like boating, kayaking and swimming. However, for as much fun and relaxation many of those activities can be, being safe and knowing the surroundings while on the lake will help ensure a day of relaxation doesn’t end prematurely, or with a visit to the clinic.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-11 graduates after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, June 29, 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 by Airman 1st Class Daniel Hambor)

    SUPT Class 18-11 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-11’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m. June 29 in Anderson Hall here.
  • PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. - Staff Sgt. Jacqueline Jauregui, Air Force Space Command enlisted aid to the deputy commander, poses for a photo at the 21st Space Wing portrait studio at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, June 20, 2018. Jauregui made a life decision in 2008 to separate herself from Crip gang activity and joined the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Robb Lingley

    Determined to make a better life

    Growing up in Gilroy, California, she had everything a girl could wish for: money, designer clothes and so much more. Shortly after high school graduation, her father took everything from her and kicked her to the streets.
  • Airman 1st Class Robby Agustin, 47th Operation Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant, Irish Domingo, his spouse, and their dog Momo explore the nature trails at Laughlin Air Force Base, April 23, 2018. The couple enjoys the trails as an alternate to visiting the gym, as well as an opportunity for family time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    Explore Texas: Laughlin's nature trails

    Laughlin’s unspoken gem, the on base nature trails, are green and full of flowers and wildlife, like an oasis in a land of heat and burrs. Truth be told, there are plenty of thorns and thistles near the nature trails; however, unlike the rest of the nearby wilderness there is a reliable path to follow and activities to enjoy. The nature trails, intended to provide wildlife a habitat, are located in Laughlin’s backyard and are managed by the 47th Civil Engineer Squadron and are and is open for public enjoyment.
  • 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.
  • To ensure flying safety remains paramount in the airspace around Del Rio, Laughlin, and Laughlin Auxiliary Field, located near Spofford, Texas, Laughlin officials are asking all UAS, also called drones, operators to become knowledgeable and practice good general operating rules required to fly a UAS in the National Airspace System. This map shows a five mile radius around Laughlin AFB, Texas. The Federal Aviation Administration offers a free mobile application called “B4UFLY” that will show your current location and a circle around each airport that helps you determine if you should notify those airports. (Courtesy graphic)

    Laughlin announces UAS guidance

    Unmanned Aircraft Systems are being detected in and around Laughlin Air Force Base and leadership wants to ensure everyone receives the latest regulation for operating these devices. To ensure flying safety remains paramount in the airspace around Del Rio, Laughlin, and Laughlin Auxiliary Field, located near Spofford, Texas, Laughlin officials are asking all UAS, also called drones, operators to become knowledgeable and practice good general operating rules required to fly a UAS in the National Airspace System.
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