June issue of Citizen Airman online

The arrival of the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, marked the beginning of the 69th Fighter Squadron’s involvement in an effort to train future pilots of America’s newest fifth-generation fighter. The base will serve as the F-35 pilot training center for seven partner nations, making it the world’s largest fighter pilot training facility. See the full story beginning on Page 14. (Master Sgt. Chance Babin)

June issue of Citizen Airman online

Published May 30, 2014

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- The June issue of Citizen Airman magazine is now available.

The cover story spotlights the new mission of the 69th Fighter Squadron at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, to train future pilots of the F-35 Lightning II. The issue also includes stories on team wellness, the Yellow Ribbon Program, the Psychological Health Advocacy Program and people who are setting the example of what it means to be a good wingman.

Finally, check out the stories on a native of Honduras whose love of music led her to the United States and a position within the Air Force Reserve, an office at the Air Reserve Personnel Center that is working hard to ensure officers receive the joint qualification credit they deserve, and a group of F-22 pilots in Alaska who recently made history.