Posted on January 20, 2012 by Fighter Country
We thought you might enjoy these photos of the salute to US Military & Veterans at Lambeau Field. Photos courtesy of USAA & Joe Oliva at jetpix.com.
Posted on January 3, 2012 by Fighter Country
If one were to write a book about Dr. Don Lubin, it would have to be called Don Lubin’s Wonderful Adventure. His adventure began in New York in 1925 and has let him experience a plethora of activities from flying in the skies far above the earth in numerous types of aircraft to earning a college degree to having a successful 37-year career as an optometrist. Dr. Lubin’s flying experience began in the Army Air Corps as an 18-year-old trainee. He was flying a B-24 Liberator by age 20. His service from 1943 to 1946 includes training stops in Texas,…
Posted on November 8, 2011 by Fighter Country
Fighter Country Partnership was recently seen at the 2011 Scottsdale Airshow. Attached is a photo of the event. Thank you for your support.
Posted on November 6, 2011 by Fighter Country
Fighter Country Partnership continues their Education and Awareness Campaign about Luke Air Force Base at the Vistancia Music & Wine Festival 2011.
Posted on July 12, 2011 by Fighter Country
PEBBLECREEK REPUBLICAN CLUB First Annual Charity Golf Tournament Proceeds Benefit: Fighter Country Partnership and Luke AFB Honorary Chairperson – Georgia Lord – Mayor of Goodyear Date & Time Place Luncheon Speaker Saturday, September 10, 2011 Eagle’s Nest Golf Course Senior Leadership 7:00 am Registration PebbleCreek Resort – Goodyear From Luke AFB 8:00 am Shotgun Start I-10 West, Exit #126, 1 mile north on Will Provide Mission Lunch included PebbleCreek Pkwy, right on Clubhouse Dr Brief Update Format & Entry Fee 4-Person Team Scramble – $85 per player (**Fee for PebbleCreek Annual Member – $55 per player) (Cost includes green fees,…
Posted on April 5, 2010 by Fighter Country
We have a winner! Congratulations to Mr. Jim Griffith, winner of our Toyota Prius Raffle. Thank you to everyone who has participated. Your support will help the men, women and families of Luke! Best, Steve Yamamori, Executive Director/CEO, Fighter Country Partnership
Posted on February 16, 2010 by Fighter Country
Fixing the Pentagon’s dysfunctional procurement system takes more than just killing off anachronistic projects like the now-terminated F-22 jet fighter. It also requires rescuing vitally needed programs from poor military management and private sector cost overruns. That is why we are pleased to see Defense Secretary Robert Gates taking strong steps to revitalize the struggling F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. A cost-effective F-35 is critical to the future combat needs of the Air Force, Navy and Marines. The project already is years behind schedule and nearly 50 percent above its originally estimated cost. That is clearly too much, especially with…
Posted on May 16, 2009 by Fighter Country
Arizona is our home. It’s where we live, work, and raise our families. It’s also the training ground for the world’s largest Fighter Base. That’s why, for more than a decade, our organization has been dedicated to the men, women, families and mission of the United States Air Force in Arizona. Welcome to Luke Air Force Base. Welcome to Fighter Country.
When the community joins forces with local and state government, the business sector and the military, a strong alliance is developed. A Partnership is formed.
Many people ask, “Why does an Air Force Base need my support?” And “Doesn’t the Government pay for everything?” These are good questions with answers that may surprise you. Although it’s true that the Government does a great job in funding many base functions and programs, with the global war on terror, much of the budget has been reduced. In fact, over the last few years, many Bases have experienced budget reductions of 40% or more over the last few years. This eliminates funding for many events and human services programs. That’s where we come in.
The need to support Luke AFB
As a 2.17 Billion dollar economic engine for the State of Arizona, Luke deserves our attention. When you have the world’s largest Air Force Base in your backyard, you’ve got to protect it. Fighter Country Partnership has done just that locally and in our Nation’s capital for more than 10 years.
Six Critical Reasons to Support Luke
Arizona needs to keep the mission of Luke Air Force Base today, and long into the future. To do that, here are a few things we must be aware of.
Luke Air Force Base has six Critical Mission Elements. Unlike any other Base in the world, Luke has the ability to:
− Land and takeoff in two directions
− Access the Barry M. Goldwater Range with live training munitions
− Fly instrument approaches at the Luke Auxiliary Field #1
− Perform patterns and landings at Gila Bend Auxiliary Air Field
− Access and utilize Gladden/Bagdad Military Operating Areas
− Access Military Training Routes throughout the state
Over 20,700 Luke Forward Registrations!
2011 Golf Tournament Photos
Who wants the F-35 at Luke?
Thunderbird Tower Restoration
