U.S. Ambassador to Canada Visits Luke Ahead of Future RCAF F-35 Training

The Honorable Peter Hoekstra, U.S. Ambassador to Canada, discusses training operations with a U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II pilot during a tour, Jan. 22, 2026, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. As Canada prepares to bring the F-35 Lighting II online, Luke is positioned to support initial training for Royal Canadian Air Force F-35 pilots. Shared training builds trust and interoperability from day one.

PHOTO BY: A1C Rebecca L. Wagner

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NIKON Z 6

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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28/10

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1/400

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100

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