Glendale, AZ - Luke Air Force Base

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Our Partnership with Luke Air Force Base

As the U.S. Air Force’s largest fighter wing and the only active duty F-16 training base in the world, Luke Air Force Base plays a critical role in protecting America’s freedom and security. And with over 8,000 employees and a financial impact of nearly $2 billion annually, Luke Air Force Base is key to the state of Arizona’s economic viability.

Please show your support and appreciation for Luke AFB personnel and their families as you meet them in your neighborhoods, schools, faith communities, businesses, and all the places you go in your daily lives.

Please also visit this web site frequently to stay informed on the issues important to our being able to keep Luke Air Force Base performing its vital mission right here in Glendale, Arizona.

Elaine M. Scruggs, Mayor

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CLICK HERE to learn more about Operation Thunderbox and Luke Air Force Base

Glendale remains at the forefront of efforts to enhance awareness of the critical importance of Luke AFB’s mission to our national security. CLICK HERE to download a PDF to learn what has been done to protect the mission of
Luke Air Force Base.

Development of incompatible land uses in the vicinity of Arizona’s military facilities constrains their ability to perform current and future missions. These incompatible uses expose people to safety and noise effects ranging from nuisance to physical harm.
CLICK HERE to browse the Western Maricopa County / Luke Air Force Base Regional Compatibility Plan.

Glendale – together with the base, local communities, the State of Arizona and our Congressional delegation – has instituted innovative measures that are helpful to Luke conducting its F-16 mission. CLICK HERE to download a PDF to check out the summary of statewide legislation that provides guidance to ensure responsible land-use planning.

The State of Arizona has emerged as a national leader in its protection of military facilities from encroachment. These statues are a reflection of the tremendous commitment Arizona and Glendale leaders have to protecting all of our military installations.
Arizona Revised Statutes Relating to Military Airports
(July 2003) (PDF)

One of the largest and frequently overlooked industries in Arizona is the military industry. The presence of military personnel and their supporting activities pre-date statehood, but is frequently ignored in economic development discussions. Click on the following links to review PDFs of the Economic Impact of Arizona’s Principal Military Operations
Executive Summary (May 2002)
Full Report (May 2002)

Through cooperation with the city of Glendale and other West Valley cities Luke has gone from having a reputation for encroachment problems to being a model of compatibility in land use decisions.
Rusty Mitchell, Director of Luke AFB Community Initiatives Team

The 56th Fighter Wing Community Initiatives Team (CIT) was established to address the issue of urban encroachment surrounding Luke Air Force Base, and in areas across the state that are vital to its continuing mission. The CIT’s involvement with local municipalities has immensely improved the ability of surrounding communities to make land use and zoning decisions that are compatible with Luke Air Force Base’s mission and ultimately the base’s survival while at the same time improving the quality of life and ensuring the safety of area residents. CLICK HERE for more information about CIT.