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AF COOL ...... 2 Lightning strikes...... 4 Remembering our Fallen exhibit...... 6 FCP Foundation events.....8 Honorary Commander feature...... 10 Walt Disney inspires squadron...... 14 ProMusica pays tribute to U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Staci Miller military...... 20 Luke AFB blood donors are Night fl ight special heroes...... 22 An F-35 Lightning II assigned to the at Luke Air Force Base takes off July 29. Since 2010, the F-35 has flown more than 30,000 hours.

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From the Desk of Fighter Country Partnership AF COOL program accepts tuition assistance f o r i n d u s t r y recognized c r e d e n t i a l s Rio Salado College O ers COOL Testing Services and Credit for Prior Learning Opportunities Contributed by preferred by employers. Many of the certifica- JAKE HALL It is not uncommon for tion exams, which are RIO SALADO COLLEGE these industries to require administered by Pear- LUKE AIR FORCE BASE certifications, regardless son VUE, are available SITE COORDINATOR of an applicant’s post-sec- through Rio Salado Col- ondary education level. lege’s Valley-wide test- The U.S. Air Force Airmen are limited to ing centers, including Credentialing Opportuni- pursuing credentials that Rio Salado’s National ties On-Line (AF COOL) are approved for their Air Testing Center at Luke program, which is a part Force Specialty Codes AFB, in building 1150 of the Air Force Virtual (AFSCs), when they are (The Block House). Visit Education Center, is now using Air Force tuition www.riosalado.edu/test- accepting tuition assis- assistance dollars to pay ing/Pages/af-cool.aspx tance dollars to help air- for their credentials. Air- for a complete listing of men secure industry rec- men are also limited to the certification exams. ognized credentials. one credential at a cost Rio Salado College Photo courtesy Rio Salado College Luke AFB Industry-recognized of up to $4,500. The Air recognizes many creden- credentials are a great Force will pay for re- tials as credit for prior David Hall. “Credit by vide an opportunity for rate. way for airmen to bolster certification for the same learning, which can be ap- Exam is another option in students to receive col- Contact the Luke AFB their Air Force careers and credential until the $4,500 plied toward a certificate which students can earn lege credit with qualify- Base Education Center at prepare for a transition to stipend is exhausted. or degree. credits for prior learn- ing scores. 623-856-7723 for more civilian employment as The cost for credentials “Credit for prior learn- ing, including our Col- Additionally, Rio Sal- information about Rio Sal- they retire or separate varies greatly and Airmen ing is credit for college lege-Level Examination ado is a CompTIA Au- ado’s AF COOL program, from the Air Force. may find that using Air level knowledge obtained Program (CLEP).” thorized Academy Part- testing services and credit There are many indus- Force COOL funds for the through certifications, There are 33 CLEP ex- ner, which allows active for prior learning. For ad- tries such as information most expensive certifica- non-traditional schooling ams offered at Rio Salado students of the Maricopa ditional details about AF technology, healthcare, tion guarantees that they and other experience,” Testing Centers. CLEP Community Colleges to COOL, visit https://afvec. and financial services that are maximizing their use said Rio Salado Director exams assess subject mat- purchase CompTIA exam langley.af.mil/afvec/Pub- require credentials or are of this valuable benefit. of Academic Advisement ter proficiency and pro- vouchers at a discounted lic/COOL.

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News from the Community Initiatives Team Lightning strikes and it's a good thing By RUSTY leaders and major land even the possibility to to talk about noise levels, element of our nation’s MITCHELL owners, and especial- grow further. and that he specifically defense, it continues to DIRECTOR ly the Fighter Country You will recall the said he expected those be a $2.17 billion annual COMMUNITY INITIATIVES Partnership staff rose to consternation about that were bothered by economic impact to the the challenge to ensure noise and the impact that F-16 noise will continue state’s economy. Hard to believe that the continued long-term would have on the com- to be bothered by F-35 However, as Col. the Luke Forward cam- mission sustainability of munity. I am confident noise, but those who , now gen- paign is three years in Luke AFB. The mantra that if you’re reading have grown accustomed eral and Commander of the past. The marshaling “Don’t confuse us with this newspaper, you will to the jet noise and let it Global Strike Command, of the community for an Valparaiso and Eglin agree that the noise is filter into “background once said when he was unprecedented level of AFB” echoed throughout nowhere near what those Rusty Mitchell noise” will do the same the Commander at support for a military the halls of the Pentagon in opposition claimed Director with the F-35 noise. I Luke … “we collectively facility on the outskirts during the numerous and tried to warn the Community think most of you will cannot, must not take our of the nation’s fifth larg- trips to speak directly community of. Initiatives Team agree this has turned eye off the ball.” est city was truly re- with senior leadership. As I explained at the out to be the case. An- Vigilance is required, Luke Air Force Base markable. A partnership The result of all that time and now have the other case of “I told you not so much from local recognized by the Air hard work was two re- luxury of looking back so”…. developers, but from out- Force senior leadership cords of decision (ROD) and saying “I told you have not increased above Truly, the citizens of of-state investors looking as the “gold standard” placing 144 F-35 air- so,” the noise impact of the average and are still the West Valley should to buy land and develop of military/community craft at Luke AFB while the new fighters is not somewhat associated take pride in actively it without understanding relations. keeping 26 F-16s from appreciably different with the time of sea- participating in a proj- the compatibility issues On reflection, there the two foreign military than what the West Val- son when we all open ect, EIS (Environmen- between the community are many to thank and sales squadrons, Taiwan ley has experienced for our windows and enjoy tal Impact Statement), and the base. The real I am sure I would miss and Singapore. the past three decades. the outside patios in the which resulted in the estate market has thank- someone if I tried to Today at Luke, we Everyone will admit, me stay-cation months of continued operations of fully turned, but with it name individuals, so let have received the first 29 included, that the sound October-April. Luke AFB for decades come new agents and in- me just say that each and of those 144 F-35s, and of the new fighters is Those of you may to come. Not only is vestors looking to make every city staff, from many more continue to a deeper tone, but not recall the ASU professor training the “World’s a profit without knowl- across the Valley of the arrive monthly. We are necessarily in volume. that Lana Mook, now Greatest F-16 and F-35 edge of, or unfortunately, Sun, along with business well on our way ... and Our noise complaints Mayor Mook, had invited fighter pilots” a critical sometimes without care of the impact their proj- ect could have on the The City of Peoria is a champion of Luke Air Force &WFSZUISFFTFDPOET flight operations of Luke Base and works hard to protect the Base to ensure TPNFPOFOFFETCMPPE AFB. their mission’s viability for years to come. .ULVWLQQHHGHGWUDQVIXVLRQV My staff and I are ful- 7KDW¶VEORRGGRQRUVWRVDYHRQHOLIH ly engaged to continue to *GZPVEPOUHJWFCMPPE XIPXJMM educate the community 7RVFKHGXOHDQDSSRLQWPHQWSOHDVHFDOO and prospective devel- *,9(  opers to the mission re- quirements of the base. *LYHEORRG%HDKHUR We are blessed with each of the surrounding po- litical subdivisions and their unwavering support 1965 - 2015 of the mission. On behalf of Brig. Gen. Scott Pleus and the BELIEVING IN 5,000 Airmen at Luke AFB, we thank you. YOUR DREAMS As a citizen of Ari- zona, I am proud how SINCE 1965. the state has stood up in protecting the men and women that protect you.

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO WWW.GCCAZ.EDU 623.845.3333 On behalf of the Mayor and Council, City we want to say management and staff, CHANDLERGILBERT | ESTRELLA MOUNTAIN | GATEWAY | GLENDALE | MARICOPA SKILL CENTER | MESA “THANK YOU” for your service and PARADISE VALLEY | PHOENIX | RIO SALADO | SCOTTSDALE | SOUTH MOUNTAIN | SOUTHWEST SKILL CENTER The Maricopa County Community College District is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Glendale Community Collegeis accredited by The Higher Learning dedication to our country. Commission a member of the North Central Association • www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org •

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“We must remember these American ror while wearing our country’s uniform Thanks to Chapel of the Chimes for display or sponsor a display not yet com- Heroes and speak their names when we in a war zone. The photo exhibit, which their financial sponsorship, there is no pleted, visit the “Get Involved” page at see their family members. We can never includes military and personal photos admission charge. RememberingOurFallen.org. forget those who sacrificed everything for of each of Arizona’s Fallen, is traveling Exhibits have been completed for The financial sponsor of the exhibit is our freedom,” said Dr. Mary Hawkins, throughout the state and will be coming 16 states, representing almost half of Bellevue University, a private, non-profit president, Bellevue University. “This to Chapel of the Chimes in Glendale. our country’s fallen since 9/11/01, and University in Bellevue, Nebraska. Found- exhibit is created in such a way so it “Remembering Our Fallen” will be on are created by Patriotic Productions, a ed in 1966, it has been a military-friendly can travel throughout Arizona, offering display 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through non-profit organization headquartered in school for 45 years. Bellevue University more people an opportunity to remember Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Omaha, Neb. The goal is to complete an was an early adopter of distance learning Arizona’s Fallen.” Sunday Nov. 9 through 15 at Chapel of exhibit for every state. For more informa- and is now a leader in online education A very emotional exhibit, “Remember- the Chimes Mortuary, 7924 N. 59th Ave., tion, visit RememberingOurFallen.org or with students in every state and 55 for- ing Our Fallen,” is a stark reminder of Glendale; phone 623-937-9297. PatrioticProductions.org. eign countries, including Afghanistan and the ultimate sacrifice made by 149 Fallen A Veterans Day ceremony will be held Exhibits have been completed for Iraq. More information can be found at: from Arizona killed in The War on Ter- 11 a.m. Nov. 11. 16 states; if you would like to host the Bellevue.edu. Transform a LIFE. Be a MENTOR. New Pathways for Youth needs to recruit 150 MENTORS. We have 150 YOUTH committed to changing the direction of their lives who are waiting for mentors. Will you be the one? Become a mentor today Attend a Mentor Introduction to learn more! PH: 602.258.1012 | www.npfy.org 1001 East Pierce Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006

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CW15105 6x16 9_2015 FCP Webster Univ.indd 1 9/2/15 12:51 PM 8 FCP Visions Fall 2015 Supporting the men, women, families and mission of Luke AFB By SUSAN LOVELACE Anyone with base ac- PROGRAM DIRECTOR cess (active duty, reserve, FIGHTER COUNTRY retired, or Civil Service PARTNERSHIP employees) is more than welcome to attend. Some As the program direc- of the services provided tor for Fighter Country are blood pressure checks, Partnership (FCP), I am so body fat measurement, blessed to be actively in- skin cancer screenings, volved with several events breast cancer screenings, to enhance the quality relaxation massages, vi- of life for our Airmen at sion checks, dental screen- Luke AFB. As space is ings, and diabetes lab limited for this article, I draw screenings - to name Susan Lovelace will only mention a few a few. Photos courtesy Fighter Country Foundation Program Director, of the myriad events we The Medical Group Base Chapel’s Back to School Bash July 29th. Families Patrick McDermott of the Fighter Country have been involved in, but will also offer tips and checking in and children receiving free backpacks. Blue Blazer Squadron Partnership – the volunteer force that they capture a snapshot of important information We partner with our to take the opportunity to provides the horsepow- where our heart is. (alumni Luke Honorary about moving toward a good friends at Best Buy, inform you the Combined er for Fighter Country July 29, FCP sponsored Commanders) assisted healthier lifestyle. Believe and they bring in their Federal Campaign (CFC) Partnership and Foun- the Base Chapel’s “Back with the cooking, cotton me, you don’t want to miss volunteer force to host a is gearing up in October, dation. to School Bash” at Fowler candy, and the rides. the opportunity to win “video gaming tourna- and we would sincerely Park. There were over 700 This is one small, but some of the amazing door ment” for the Airmen. appreciate your support to people in attendance, and very significant example prizes that will be offered. FCP provides the food, keep these vital programs 400 backpacks (graciously of how we support Luke Register for this event non-alcoholic beverag- going. Fighter Country donated by the USO) were AFB. Along with the out- at: http://fightercountry. es, and as usual, some Foundation’s CFC num- filled with school supplies standing members of the org/56mdghealthfair. amazing door prizes for ber is 22865. We would and given to deserving Base Chapel, it is our goal Fighter Country Part- the party. Nothing makes sincerely appreciate your children, setting them up to make this an annual nership looks forward us happier than seeing a utmost consideration. for success this school event. to hosting the Fourth young Airman win a 42- As the spouse of a re- year. There were fun rides FCP will again sponsor Annual Dorm Dweller’s inch smart TV - and that tired Airman, I assure you for the kids, cotton candy, the 56th Medical Group Holiday Party Dec. 9 at happens a lot. each and every thing we bounce houses, free food, Health Fair “Launch into Club 56. This incredibly Of course, it would be do revolves around the and some wonderful door Health” Wellness Expo 9 fun (and very important) impossible to make these families of Luke AFB. prizes. The Litchfield Ki- a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 2 at event is held specifically programs and events hap- Thank you for your con- Mark Hutchins of the wanis Club donated the Club 56. This has become for the young Airmen in pen if it weren’t for our tinued support of the men, Blue Blazer Squadron, food and provided volun- an annual event that has the dorms who might not generous sponsors, grants, women, families, and mis- with his daughter, Hadyn, teers to prepare it. FCP’s gotten rave reviews in the have the opportunity to get and gracious community sion of Luke Air Force making kids happy with Blue Blazer Squadron past. home for the holidays. partners. With that, I’d like Base. cotton candy.

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RR0188 3x8 6_2015_FCP SW Gas.indd 1 5/28/15 11:06 AM 10 FCP Visions Fall 2015 Honorary Commander feature: Bill Pupo Fighter Country Part- member nership is proud to feature • Participated in the organization of the Blue Blazer Bill Pupo, adjunct fac- Squadron founding committee ulty at Rio Salado College From his perspective: in Public and Business I’ve had the privilege of being an honorary com- Administration. He is an mander at two Air Force bases: Fairchild Air Force alumni member of the Base in the late 1990s in Spokane, Wash., and Luke Air Honorary Commanders Force Base from 2000 to 2002. I was assigned to the Program and currently a 56th Operations group at Luke Air Force Base. member of the Blue Blazer The experiences and emotions of being an Honorary Squadron of Fighter Coun- Commander are many and difficult to put into words. try Partnership. Pupo was When you see the young Airmen (the word “Airmen” Photos courtesy Fighter Country Partnership Bill Pupo helping at Luke’s Wingman Day (annual assigned to the 56th Op- includes both men and women), you note the courage picnic) at Luke AFB serving food to the Airmen. erations Group at Luke Bill Pupo and sacrifice they make of their lives to serve and pro- Air Force Base from 2000 tect our country. When you see spouses, partners and tude and appreciation for living in the greatest country to 2002. children of Air Force personnel, you try to understand in the world. Biography: all they feel and what they experience being in the Air When asked by others what my most memorable • Over 30 years in city management including City Force. time was as an Honorary Commander I can certainly Manager of Spokane, Wash., Surprise and Chino Val- Being an Honorary Commander provided me first- cite visits to other Air Force bases, mission briefings, ley, Ariz. hand opportunities to observe and support the men, base events with base personnel, the air show, the Air • Currently adjunct faculty at Rio Salado College in women and families of Luke Air Force Base through Force Ball and base award ceremonies. What I do value Public and Business Administration volunteerism in Fighter Country Partnership, the Hon- and will remember most is shaking hands and visiting • Consulting to private business, government and orary Commanders two-year tour, as an alumnus, and with base personnel and hearing that person’s service community events a member of the Blue Blazer Squadron. It provided me and assignments in the Air Force. • Undergraduate degree from Washington State a huge opportunity to give back to base personnel and During the Fighter Country Partnership annual meet- University families in a way that allows me to express my grati- ing, we had an Air Force captain as a guest speaker who • MBA from Gonzaga University talked about living on the edge of life and death in a Volunteer work: successful mission to save fellow military comrades • Fighter Country Partnership in the Afghanistan mountains. These conversations are • Blue Blazer Squadron and BBS Life Reserves heartwarming and pointed. These conversations tell • Yes For Dysart Political Action Committee Chair me about the Air Force member and their sacrifice and in Support of the Dysart Override commitment to protecting our nation. Board member and volunteer for: While I could discuss many memorable experiences • Dysart Education Foundation as an Honorary Commander and Blue Blazer, such • Surprise Sundancers as riding in the belly of a KC-10 Extender aircraft at • AZ Cactus League • Surprise Regional Chamber of Commerce Board Bill Pupo at the weapons load barn at Luke AFB. MORE COMMANDER ON 12

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COMMANDER: Luke AFB personnel support top of mind, From 10 Fairchild on a refueling mission; site visits to other Upon arriving at the hangar where the dining in was I’ve been fortunate to be involved in the many activi- bases; receiving my call sign “Eagle” during a trip to taking place, I was asked to assist in checking in the ties of FCP and the BBS and we are especially fortunate Nellis AFB, Las Vegas; receiving an F-16 orientation attending Airmen and guests. Much to my surprise, to have such a strong organization that is a model for flight; serving food at base holiday functions; soliciting they all checked in wearing military gear that bore re- other communities in supporting their military installa- prizes for the Fighter Country Blue Blazer golf tourna- semblance to Halloween or the American Epic movie tions. I’ve met many fine, quality volunteers passionate ment fund-raiser; participating in the Fiesta Bowl Pa- “Animal House” starring John Belushi. These guests about their support of LAFB and its men, women and rade walking with the inflatable U.S. Flag; observing the came armed to the hangar with water cannons, water families. They would agree with me that we have so “Haboob Havoc” (bombing competition on the Barry pistols, water balloons and other 5- to 14-year-old age much more to do to support these base members, the M. Goldwater Range); and attending base briefings. range toys of fun to accommodate water weaponry. capacity and enhancements of the base. I’m thankful I One very fun and memorable event in particular I Without going into further details – as this event, I was asked to become involved and volunteer in support will never forget was being invited to participate in a believe, was classified “TOP SECRET” – declarations of the men, women and families of LAFB. of engagement were made throughout the evening and Ron Sites, President and Executive Director of battle lines drawn as all 500 or more of us deployed Fighter Country Partnership said, “Bill Pupo has been throughout the hangar in water warfare. Our bonds in a staple in the West Valley for decades now supporting combat and dining were strong throughout the evening amazing and important initiatives. The time, energy and with food, drink, minor attempts at speeches of encour- passion Bill puts into Luke and the Blue Blazers clearly agement and tactical exercises. demonstrates that one of his greatest passions (if not his What I’ve learned through the Honorary Commander greatest) in the West Valley is Luke AFB.” and Blue Blazer opportunities is not only the importance of Luke AFB in preparing and training the best F-16 and F-35 combat pilots in the world, but its importance Photos courtesy Fighter Country Partnership of preserving and protecting freedoms throughout the Bill Pupo (front w/red shoes) marches with the Blue world. Luke’s engagement in world events is enormous. Blazers during the Fiesta Bowl Parade carrying the Through the leadership of the LAFB commanders over U.S. Flag for Fighter Country Partnership. my past 15 years of involvement, the base has estab- “dining in.” A “dining in” is a formal (black tie) mili- lished a strong presence in our community and around tary ceremony for members of a unit which includes our region. dinner, drinking and other events to foster camaraderie and esprit de corps. A unit’s dining-in consists of only the members of the unit, with the possible exception of the guest(s) of honor. Some dining in events get very creative. The Blue Bazers Squadron visit the Barry M. Gold- Prior to this particular “dining in” event, the Com- water Range to view A-10 Warthogs from Davis-Mon- mand Chief provided me a retired military fatigue than AFB and F-16 Fighting Falcons from Luke AFB uniform. drop bombs and strafe. The day began with beautiful I asked, “But what about the formal black tie?” sunny skies and quickly turned into semi-haboob He told me, “this dining in wasn’t that type of din- status as the wind and dust picked up. In fact vis- ing in.” Bill Pupo on a tour of Luke AFB flight line. ibility was so poor the event was shut down early.

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