M. Luke Ahmann

Michael Lucas Ahmann^[1] (born c. 1971) is a United States Air Force lieutenant general who has served as the commander of First Air Force since 2 October 2024.^[2] He most recently served as the acting vice chief of the National Guard Bureau from August to October 2024, and as the director of programs and requirements of the National Guard Bureau from 2023 to 2024.^[3] He previously served as the deputy director for capability development of the Air Force.^[4]

M. Luke Ahmann
Official portrait, 2025
Born	c. 1971 (age 53–54)
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Air Force
Years of service	1993–present
Rank	Lieutenant General
Commands	First Air Force 158th Maintenance Group 134th Fighter Squadron
Awards	Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit
Relations	James H. Ahmann (father)

In July 2024, Ahmann was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as commander of the Continental NORAD Region and First Air Force.^[5][6][7]

Personal life

He is the son of Air Force Lieutenant General James H. Ahmann.^[8]