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PHONE NUMBERS Connectedness: Key to organizational success IN BRIEF
Airman and Family Readiness Center .................... 623-856-6550 by Col. cally, the limbic system, the part of the fied as increased operational tempo, Save the date
Airman’s Attic ......................................................... 623-856-6415 The Luke Air Force Base Annual Awards Banquet is Jan. 25,
Armed Forces Bank ................................................ 623-535-9766 CAREY JONES brain involved in our behavioral and but is actually a lack of work satisfac- 2020, at the Wigwam Resort, in Litchfield Park, Arizona. The
Base Exchange main store ...................................... 623-935-2671 47th Operations Group commander emotional responses. This is an open- tion and engagement. Daniel Pink, theme for this year’s celebration is “Celebrating EXCEL-
Base taxi .................................................................. 623-856-6866 loop design which means other people author of the book, “DRiVE,” coined LENCE.” Those being honored have embodied the Air Force Core
Beauty shop ............................................................. 623-536-1897 LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, can change the very physiology that the term “flow.” Have you ever been Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In
Chapel ..................................................................... 623-856-6211 Texas – Connection is a basic human affect our emotions. This premise re- so into a project or challenge that you All We Do. For more information, call Tech. Sgt. Arinda Murphy
Chapel (after duty hours) ........................................ 623-856-5600 need that serves as a foundation for iterates that emotionally intelligent lost track of time? That’s flow. Pink
Child development center ....................................... 623-856-6338 organizational success. This concept leaders can shepherd a team’s physi- described flow as the condition where at 623-856-9388, or Tech. Sgt. LaTrice Rybarczyk at 623-856-752.
Clothing sales .......................................................... 623-856-6310 allows members to foster trust and Exchange guarantees lowest prices
Club Five Six .......................................................... 623-856-6446 ology to inspire healthy, encouraging “the relationship between what a
Command post ........................................................ 623-856-5600 security, which are essential for per- mindsets. It’s scientifically proven that person had to do and what he could The Army & Air Force Exchange Service will offer families
Commissary ............................................................ 623-935-3821 sonal buy-in to the organization. In our positive emotions are more socially do was perfect.” An enduring lack of competitive prices this gift-giving season. The Exchange will
Community center ................................................... 623-856-7152 recent resiliency tactical pause, some contagious than negative emotions, flow causes work to become dreary extend a holiday price guarantee through Dec. 24. Luke AFB
Computer IT service desk ..................................... DSN 945-2900 raised concerns over their inability to so unleash that smile and let loose and burdensome, which is exacerbated shoppers who make a purchase at their Exchange and find the
Crime Stop .............................................................. 623-856-6666 connect with students. This sentiment that laugh! by increased operational demands. identical item at a lower price at another retailer can receive an
Dental clinic ............................................................ 623-856-2273 was echoed by a group of instructor Smiles and laughs aside, we have to Remember the reasons we serve, how Exchange gift card for the difference. Some exclusions apply. For
Dermatology ........................................................... 623-856-2273 pilots, who also cited connection as a address some of the barriers in order you influence the mission and organi-
Dining hall .............................................................. 623-856-6396 more information, call the Exchange Customer Contact Center
Dorm management .................................................. 623-856-7841 major obstacle. This directly impacts to mitigate their impact. One barrier zational goals, and your chances of hit- at 800-527-2345.
Education center ...................................................... 623-856-7722 our vision to sustaining the most is a misunderstanding of “Air Educa- ting flow will increase exponentially. Da Vinci Escape Room
EMERGENCY ONLY ............................................................. 911 professional pilot training organiza- tion Training Command Instruction The last barrier to connection is
Equal opportunity .................................................... 623-856-7711 tion to which we aspire. Whether in a 36-2909, Professional and Unprofes- what the Arbinger Institute calls an The Da Vinci Escape Room is open 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 11 at
Eye clinic ................................................................ 623-856-7965 classroom or work center, connection sional Relationships.” Initially, when inward mindset — the mindset that Luke Community Commons, Bldg. 700. Players have one hour
Falcon Dunes Golf Course ...................................... 623-535-9334 is the catalyst to success. Laughlin Air Force Base personnel focuses only on our own personal goals to solve the puzzles to escape. The cost is $5. To register go to
Family health clinic ................................................. 623-856-2273 Capt. William Smith, 47th Op- were briefed on this instruction, the and objectives without consideration lukeevents.com.
Family housing ........................................................ 623-388-3515 erations Group chief of training,
Fire station .............................................................. 623-856-6641 severity of discipline for violations for our impact on others. Despite our Luke Days 2020
Firestone Car Care .................................................. 623-271-8104 explained how professional intimacy, caused fear, which drove some to re- best efforts, we’re all susceptible to
Fitness center .......................................................... 623-856-6241 another name for workplace connect- treat from student interaction. This this in different areas and times. Luke Days 2020 is March 21 and 22, 2020, at Luke Air Force
Flight medicine ....................................................... 623-856-2273 edness, is essential to facilitate a posi- was understandable given the organi- The key to mitigating this pitfall is Base. Watch for details. For more information, go to luke.af.mil/
Food court ............................................................... 623-935-2671 tive impact on students’ development. zational climate at the time, however, shifting our mindset outward. Take a Col. James Greenwald, 944th Fighter Wing commander, removes a stencil of the 944th FW patch during an Luke-Days-2020/.
Fort Tuthill .............................................................. 623-856-3401 “An instructor has to build a rapport, the AETC instruction is designed to moment to consider the needs of oth- unveiling of the first F-35 Lightning II flagship for the 944th FW, Nov. 3 at Luke Air Force Base. This will be
Fraud, waste and abuse hotline ............................... 623-856-6149 free from fear or enmity, for a student provide standardized guidelines for ers, their challenges, objectives and the first F-35 flagship for the 944th Fighter Wing. Still time to enroll in TRICARE
Hobby shop ............................................................. 623-856-6722 to willfully accept instruction. Without permanent party to avoid bias, and to focus on collective results. Actively TRICARE Open Season ends Dec. 11. Enroll in or change your
Housing assistance section ...................................... 623-856-7643 health plan during this time. The plan becomes effective Jan.
Housing facilities section ........................................ 623-856-3007 the rapport and consent of professional ensure clear boundaries are identified build relationships rather than jump- 1, 2020. If a member takes no action, he or she will continue in
Housing maintenance .............................................. 623-935-2676 intimacy, a student is likely to protect for inappropriate interactions. This ing to correction when things inevita- 944th FW unveils first F-35 flagship
Identification cards .................................................. 623-856-7832 themselves and regress into survival isn’t a new concept by any means and bly go wrong. As our Arbinger coach, their current plan through 2020 or as long as eligible. If you
Information, tickets and travel ................................ 623-856-6000 mode.” In other words, a leader sets clarifies acceptable and unacceptable Richard Tatum, stated, “Connection aren’t already in a plan and don’t enroll in a plan, you’ll only
Law enforcement desk ............................................ 623-856-5970 the tone that enables real connection. behavior, so we can actively pursue before direction.” Therefore, by build- Story and photos by Staff Sgt. be eligible for Direct care if space is available. For details, go to
Legal assistance ...................................................... 623-856-6901 In the book “Primal Leadership,” the professional intimacy to bolster team- ing relationships and overcoming the LAUSANNE KINDER tricare.mil/openseason19.
Library ..................................................................... 623-856-7191 authors describe the science behind work. barriers to connection, we can trans-
Lodging office/switchboard .................................... 623-856-3941 944th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Food on base
Maintenance control center ..................................... 623-856-5469 our interpersonal influence. Specifi- Another barrier is often misidenti- form Laughlin AFB together! • The T-Bolt Cafe Flight Kitchen, Bldg. 954, is open Monday
Marine Corps .......................................................... 623-856-2417 The first F-35 Lightning II flagship for the 944th through Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for lunch and 5 to 7 p.m. for
Marine Corps 24-hour duty desk ............................ 602-421-5806 Fighter Wing was unveiled Nov. 3, 2019 here. dinner. The midnight meal is 11:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. For more in-
Marketing ................................................................ 623-856-3245 Since the 944th FW was established, the flag-
Medical appointments ............................................. 623-856-2273 Retiring chiefs leave wisdom for mil-to-mil couples ships have always been F-16 Fighting Falcons formation, call 623-856-6420.
Military equal opportunity ...................................... 623-856-7711 with the last F-16 flagship departing in 2007 due • The Falcon Dunes Grill, 15100 W. Northern Ave., Waddell,
Military pay ............................................................. 623-856-7028 to a change in mission. AZ 85355, is open Sunday through Friday at 5:30 a.m. to 1:30
Navy Operations Support Center ............................ 602-353-3008 by Senior Airman this couple of chief master sergeants 14 years side by side. They met when p.m. and 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For more information,
OB/GYN clinic ....................................................... 623-856-2273 ELIZABETH BAKER retired from the U.S. Air Force Oct. 25. Leenette was a new staff sergeant and For 12 years, the 944th has not had a flagship call 623-856-0004.
Office of Special Investigations .............................. 623-856-6821 Their 14 years as military-to-military Robinson was a technical sergeant. until now. The flagship aircraft is determined by • The Blitz Lounge, Bldg. 700, is open Monday through Friday
Optometrist ............................................................. 623-856-2273 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs the current wing commander’s assigned airframe. 6:30 to 9 a.m. For more information, call 623-856-7152.
Orthopedic clinic ..................................................... 623-856-2273 spouses were full of challenges, victo- Looking through their shared life “This aircraft represents the great partnership
Outdoor recreation .................................................. 623-856-6267 RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany ries and lessons to pass on. together, it is a story of two Airmen we have with the 56th Fighter Wing,” said Col. Exchange returns
Pass and registration ............................................... 623-856-4880 — Two chief master sergeants sat next Retired Chief Master Sgt. Robinson carrying each other through a com- James Greenwald, 944th FW commander, the first
Patient advocate ...................................................... 623-856-8968 to each other on interview chairs, teas- Joseph, a New Jersey native, is the bined 21 assignments and eight de- 944th FW commander to pilot an F-35. Shoppers will have until Jan. 31 to return items purchased
Pediatric clinic ........................................................ 623-856-2273 ing each other and laughing as they former U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air ployments. Robinson played the role of at the Luke Air Force Base Exchange or online at ShopMyEx-
Pharmacy refill call-in ............................................. 623-856-3969 spoke. They both give an impression Forces Africa chief enlisted manager “big-picture thinker” in their careers, The aircraft, which is attached to the 62nd change.com Nov. 1 through Dec. 24 with a sales receipt. For more
Photo services ......................................................... 623-856-6168 of being easy-going, yet enthusiastic. for the Air Force Installation Con- and Leenette humanized their service. The first F-35 Lightning II flagship for the 944th Fighter Fighter Squadron, will still be owned by the 56th information, military shoppers can ask an associate at their local
Post Office ............................................................... 623-935-1343 Wing was unveiled Nov. 3 in Hangar 915, Luke Air Force FW, but now has the 944th FW patch on the right Exchange or call 800-527-2345 for online returns.
Public affairs ........................................................... 623-856-6011 “We’ve been married 14 years,” the tracting Center, and his wife, retired After closing their Air Force careers side with, 944th FW commander’s name. The tail
Recycling information ............................................ 623-856-4749 woman said. Chief Master Sgt. Leenette Joseph, together, the Joseph’s wanted to leave Base. The “shadow” distinguishes this aircraft as the number for the aircraft is 5044. Arizona Winds concert
Retiree Activities office .............................................623-856-3923 “And we’ve never had a fight,” the from Puerto Rico, is the former US- advice for other military-to-military flagship.
Rodgers Travel ........................................................ 623-856-6894 man responded. AFE Equal Opportunity functional couples. The Arizona Winds concert band (conducted by retired Lt. Col.
Safety ...................................................................... 623-856-6941 They both burst out laughing. manager. “I know some couples get com- Rich Shelton) will perform its 16th annual Christmas concert
Security forces .........................................................623-856-5970 After a combined 52 years of service, The Josephs have spent the past See WISDoM, Page 14 THUNDERBOLT ALMANAC at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 8 at Midwestern University, 19555 N. 59th
Security incidents .................................................... 623-856-7777 Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85308. The concert is titled “Christmas
Service calls CE maintenance ................................. 623-856-7232 Impressions,” and admission is free.
Sexual Assault Prevention/Response ...................... 623-856-4878 Fiscal 2020 graduates
Shoppette ................................................................. 623-266-0040 Thunderbolt editorial staff Luke Air Force Base website and social media and is the source for articles and Korean War veterans
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Straight-Talk line ..................................................... 623-856-7064 Designer .................................................................................Tinna Sellie Contributions for the Thunderbolt can be made via email to 56FWPAThunderbolt@
Telephone repair (Base) .......................................... 623-856-4400 Advertising sales ................................................................ 877-247-9288 us.af.mil. The editor can be reached at 623-856-5998 or deborah.leuthold@us.af.mil. 62nd FS ........................................................... 9 56th TRS ........................................................ 0 to the monthly meetings held at 2 p.m. the second Friday of
Thrift store .............................................................. 623-935-5782 Luke Air Force Base The Thunderbolt uses material from the Armed Forces Information Service, Air 63rd FS ......................................................... 11 607th ACS .................................................... 67 the month, September through June at the Peoria Community
Ticket/tour office ..................................................... 623-856-6000 Commander.................................................Brig. Gen. Todd Canterbury Force News Service, AETC News Service and other sources. All advertising is han- 69th FS ........................................................... 0 372nd TRS, Det. 12 ..................................... 76 Center, 8335 W. Jefferson, Peoria, AZ 85345. The next meeting
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Transient alert ......................................................... 623-856-6204 Editorial Information of the Air Force. 310th FS ......................................................... 0 Toastmasters on base
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