Mission
The 21st Fighter Squadron, 'The Gamblers', operate the Block 20 F-16A/B for the Republic of China Air Force (ROCAF), under a three year pilot training programme called 'Peace Fenghuang'. This is the only squadron at Luke to operate the original F-16 variant, which are unusual in being 93 fiscal year serial new build Block 20 aircraft.
The squadron is to:
- Hone combat skills for ROCAF and USAF pilots to peak readiness.
- Build lasting friendships for ROC and US National Security interests.
- Preserve ROCAF and USAF resources for combat taskings.
- Enhance quality of life and promote personal and professional growth.
Prior to reforming at Luke in 1997, the 21st Tactical Fighter Training Squadron operated F-4E Phantom IIs at George AFB, California until 1993.
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