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    Luke AFB Airmen Participate in 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb [Image 5 of 7]

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    A U.S. Air Force officer in military camouflage uniform stands before a large group of young recruits or enlistees wearing blue 'AIM HIGH' U.S. Air Force t-shirts. The group has their right hands raised, suggesting they are taking an oath of enlistment or pledge. The ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors in a parking or staging area with vehicles visible in the background.

    LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZONA, UNITED STATES

    09.11.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Wagner 

    56th Fighter Wing

    U.S. Air Force Col. Nicholas Ihde, 56th Fighter Wing commander, delivers the oath of enlistment to new recruits before a 9/11 stair climb at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2026. The ceremony welcomed future Airmen into the Air Force while highlighting their commitment to service and values they will carry throughout their
    military careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ashley Xu)

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    Date Taken: 09.11.2026
    Date Posted: 09.11.2026 20:20
    Photo ID: 9929600
    VIRIN: 260911-F-XE075-1035
    Resolution: 6048x4024
    Size: 1.96 MB
    Location: LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZONA, US
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    A large group of firefighters in full turnout gear and helmets are climbing stadium stairs among rows of red seats. The event appears to be a memorial stair climb or fitness challenge, likely a 9/11 tribute event given the large organized participation. Numerous firefighters wearing yellow and tan gear with SCBAs (self-contained breathing apparatus) are distributed throughout multiple levels of the stadium.
    A U.S. Air Force officer, identified by name tape as 'IHDE', is speaking at a podium while holding a microphone inside a large stadium or arena. He is wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a Colonel's eagle insignia and what appears to be a navigator/aircrew wing badge. The stadium seating is visible in the background, largely empty, with bright overhead lighting.
    A group of firefighters in full turnout gear are gathered, appearing to be in a moment of reflection or ceremony inside what appears to be a large indoor venue or stadium. The central firefighter wears a black helmet marked 'Luke Fire Dept - Garcia' and carries a memorial badge lanyard reading 'Never Forgotten.' The scene suggests a commemorative event, possibly a 9/11 memorial stair climb or tribute.
    A group of military personnel and firefighters are gathered together in what appears to be an indoor venue or arena. The central figure is a bald man wearing a black t-shirt with a fire department logo and camouflage pants, surrounded by others in military uniforms and full firefighter turnout gear. The event appears to be a memorial stair climb or similar first responder/military tribute event.
    A U.S. Air Force officer in military camouflage uniform stands before a large group of young recruits or enlistees wearing blue 'AIM HIGH' U.S. Air Force t-shirts. The group has their right hands raised, suggesting they are taking an oath of enlistment or pledge. The ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors in a parking or staging area with vehicles visible in the background.
    A bald man wearing military camouflage uniform and a tactical vest is smiling and fist-bumping a young girl in a tie-dye shirt. He is wearing a lanyard with an ID badge and what appears to be a 9/11 memorial patch on his vest. The setting appears to be an indoor venue with other participants visible in the background, including someone in firefighter gear.
    A large group of approximately 40 individuals poses for a group photo in a parking lot area. The group includes military personnel in camouflage uniforms and tactical vests alongside civilians wearing blue shirts and casual athletic wear. A fire truck is visible in the background, suggesting this may be a charity run, memorial event, or joint community/military activity.

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