Air Force ROTC Detachment 040 Loyola Marymount University

Air Force ROTC Detachment 040 Loyola Marymount University This is the official page of Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 040

Happy Labor Day from Detachment 040 — Home of the Flying Lions!Labor Day is the first Monday in September. It honors the...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Detachment 040 — Home of the Flying Lions!

Labor Day is the first Monday in September. It honors the American worker and the labor movement that helped build this nation’s strength, prosperity, and way of life. Congress made it a federal holiday on June 28, 1894, so that the country would pause and recognize that contribution.

The Department of Defense is the nation’s largest employer. Every day, Airmen, Guardians, other Military members, and DoD civilians labor to defend the freedom those workers built—often far from home and without a day off. That same spirit of Service Before Self is what we train to instill within our Cadets here at Det 040.

Our cadets study, train, and lead now so they can take their place in that mission tomorrow. Integrity First. Service Before Self. Excellence in All We Do.

To every worker who keeps America strong: thank you.

Stay safe this holiday weekend. Don’t do anything I would do and don’t do anything I wouldn’t do. Extremely thin grey area.

Aim High.

🚨 POC Alert 🚨Congratulations to our very own C/Concepcion and C/Mihalczo for successfully graduating Field Training as p...
08/25/2026

🚨 POC Alert 🚨

Congratulations to our very own C/Concepcion and C/Mihalczo for successfully graduating Field Training as part of MAX 6 for Summer 2026!

C/Concepcion becomes our third and final Nursing EA Select, while C/Mihalczo stands as the only Space Force EA Select of the entire 2026 Field Training class. The whole detachment is incredibly proud of you both, and we’re all excited to witness your continued growth and leadership!

FORGE. LEAD. CONQUER! 🔥

REACH. THE. PEAK. 🏔️

🚨 POC Alert 🚨Congratulations to our very own C/Primushko for successfully graduating Field Training as part of MAX 5 for...
08/18/2026

🚨 POC Alert 🚨

Congratulations to our very own C/Primushko for successfully graduating Field Training as part of MAX 5 for Summer 2026 and becoming our first cadet in our 2026 Field Training class to both volunteer for and complete the Chief of Training Officer (CTO) Course! This outstanding dual achievement reflects exceptional dedication and leadership, and the whole detachment is incredibly proud of you. We’re all excited to witness your continued growth!

FORGE. LEAD. CONQUER! 🔥

REACH. THE. PEAK. 🏔️

🚨 POC Alert 🚨Congratulations to our very own C/Williams for successfully graduating Field Training as part of MAX 1 for ...
07/28/2026

🚨 POC Alert 🚨

Congratulations to our very own C/Williams for successfully graduating Field Training as part of MAX 1 for Summer 2026! The whole detachment is proud of you, and we’re all enthused to witness your ongoing journey.

FORGE. LEAD. CONQUER! 🔥

REACH. THE. PEAK. 🏔️

05/06/2026

April LLAB Recap | Det 040 Brought the heat 🔥.
Cadets tackled intense Military Operations on Urban Terrain and Small Unit Tactics (MOUT/SUT) scenarios and put teamwork to the test during a high energy airsoft event. PT stayed competitive with events like tug of war, building strength and team work.
Big congrats to all cadets on finishing the semester and those recognized at Awards Day. Seniors best of luck as you commission and EA selectees get ready for Field Training!

Awards Day: Spring 2026 – LLAB 14 🏆✨ Tuesday, 28 April 2026 marked one of the most important and significant Leadership ...
05/04/2026

Awards Day: Spring 2026 – LLAB 14 🏆✨

 Tuesday, 28 April 2026 marked one of the most important and significant Leadership Laboratories of the semester at AFROTC Detachment 040, Loyola Marymount University.
 
 Awards Day is dedicated solely to celebrating and recognizing the amazing accomplishments of our cadets, the culmination of the blood, sweat, and tears each and every cadet poured into their weekly performance throughout the semester. This is especially evident with our, soon to be commissioning, senior cadet class of 2026. 
 
 A special thank you to all of our family and friends, distinguished guests, supporting outside organizations, a surprise and very welcomed visit from Lt Col (Retired) Chang (our previous Detachment Commander), and our outstanding Cadre, Lt Col Cruz, Lt Col Blackburn, Major Kim, Technical Sergeant Durago, Staff Sergeant Thomas, and Mr. Danny Halle for making this day possible.
 
 And of course, thank you to each and every cadet. This day is dedicated to all of you!

Senior Spotlight: Cadet Ha’ani Untalan ✨Detachment 040 at Loyola Marymount University proudly shines the spotlight on Ca...
04/27/2026

Senior Spotlight: Cadet Ha’ani Untalan ✨
Detachment 040 at Loyola Marymount University proudly shines the spotlight on Cadet Ha’ani Untalan!
Cadet Untalan attends California State University Northridge, where she is majoring in Kinesiology. She is currently listed as AFSC: (38F) Force Support.
Hobbies: Volleyball, fitness, gaming, music, art, hula/Tahitian dancing, and enjoying the outdoors and time with friends and family.
My Why: “I’ve always wanted to be part of a supporting field, whether that be medical or providing and helping those who protect and serve us. I wanted to follow in my dad’s footsteps and make my family proud.”
Advice: “Enjoy the journey life gives you, find what and who makes you happy and embrace it. Be kind and love deeply. Do the best you can in anything you take on. Spread aloha spirit.”
Cadet Untalan, your passion for supporting others and uplifting those around you makes a meaningful impact on the Det 040 team. We look forward to seeing how you continue to grow and lead in your journey ahead.
Keep spreading aloha and leading with heart, Cadet Untalan! 🌺✈️

Senior Spotlight: Cadet Malachi Anderson ✨Detachment 040 proudly shines the spotlight on Cadet Malachi Anderson!Cadet An...
04/27/2026

Senior Spotlight: Cadet Malachi Anderson ✨
Detachment 040 proudly shines the spotlight on Cadet Malachi Anderson!
Cadet Anderson attends The Master’s University, where he is majoring in Computer Science. He is slated for AFSC: Pilot.
Hobbies: Hiking, reading, and working out.
My Why: “I want to work in a career that challenges me to work harder and be better than I am. I want to help and serve others with the experiences I go through, and above everything I want to be a witness for Christ!”
Advice: “Don’t let good ideas replace action. Discipline is what turns potential into results, build it early and stick to it.”
Cadet Anderson, your drive for self-improvement and commitment to serving others make a strong impact on the Det 040 team. We look forward to seeing how you continue to grow and lead in your journey ahead.
Keep striving for excellence, Cadet Anderson! 💪✈️

LLAB 13: Final LLAB!Cadets took on a GMC-wide GLP (Group Leadership Problem), moving across campus and tackling challeng...
04/25/2026

LLAB 13: Final LLAB!
Cadets took on a GMC-wide GLP (Group Leadership Problem), moving across campus and tackling challenges at different locations. For PT, flights competed in a high energy challenge featuring exercises, Warrior Knowledge, and an intense tug-of-war to finish it off. Well done to all cadets for closing out the semester on a strong note!

Senior Spotlight: Cadet Kelvin River ✨Detachment 040 proudly shines the spotlight on Senior Cadet Kelvin River!Cadet Riv...
04/24/2026

Senior Spotlight: Cadet Kelvin River ✨
Detachment 040 proudly shines the spotlight on Senior Cadet Kelvin River!
Cadet River attends California State University, Long Beach, where he is majoring in Aerospace Engineering with an Astronautical focus. He is slated for SFSC: Developmental Engineer.
Hobbies: Warhammer 40k, video games, and working on his Miata.
My Why: “AFROTC has improved me physically, mentally, and emotionally. I have found it to be a beneficial environment for personal growth.”
Advice: “If anyone tells you ‘it’s not that simple,’ don’t listen. Most things in life are simple, but difficult. If you’re struggling academically, all you must do is study—study your butt off. The route is simple; you just need to follow it.”
Cadet River, your dedication to personal growth and perseverance continues to strengthen the entire Det 040 team. We look forward to seeing the impact you’ll make as you step into the next chapter of your Space Force career.
Keep leading with purpose, Cadet River! 💪✈️

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