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Aircrew, assigned to the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, prepare to board a B-1B Lancer at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, prior to a Bomber Task Force mission in the South China Sea, July 21, 2020. Long range, long duration missions demonstrate the U.S. Air Force’s unwavering commitment to our allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Christina Bennett)

July 22, 2020

B-1s Conduct Bomber Task Force Mission in South China Sea

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam — A pair of B-1B Lancers launched from Andersen AFB to conduct a long-range strategic Bomber Task Force mission in the South China Sea on July 21, 2020.

An F/A-18 Super Hornet attached to the “Diamondbacks” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 conducts air operations while flying with aircraft from the Nimitz Carrier Strike Force. The USS Nimitz (CVN 68) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) Carrier Strike Groups are conducting dual-carrier operations in the South China Sea as the Nimitz Carrier Strike Force. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Joseph Stephens)

July 5, 2020

A B-52 exercises Dynamic Force Employment with Joint partners in Indo-Pacific

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — One B-52 Stratofortress bomber from the 96th Bomb Squadron, 2nd Bomb Wing, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, took off from home station and participated in a maritime integration exercise with the USS Nimitz and USS Ronald Reagan carrier strike groups in the South China Sea before landing at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.

Throughout his time at U.S. Strategic Command, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Richard Dawson, Human Capital Superintendent and Air Reserve component senior enlisted leader, challenged the enlisted who fall under him to participate in Joint Professional Military Education. At USSTRATCOM, Dawson is directly responsible for more than 500 enlisted Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen.

June 24, 2020

Chief sets bar, challenges troops to invest more time in JPME

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — In the United States Air Force, there is almost no greater honor for an enlisted member than to obtain the rank of chief master sergeant and have the opportunity to give back to the force.

B-52s conduct interoperability training with aircraft from the Baltic Air Policing mission during a long-range, long duration strategic Bomber Task Mission throughout Europe and the Baltic region, June 15, 2020. Participation in multinational exercises enhances our professional relationships and improves overall coordination with allies and partner militaries during times of crisis. (Courtesy photo by Estonian Air Force)

June 19, 2020

Bombers deploy, operate across multiple theaters projecting power during pandemic

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command is conducting operations globally, demonstrating the command’s ability to provide flexible options and project combat power while supporting all combatant command priorities.

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June 18, 2020

B-2s fly north of Arctic Circle, integrate with Norwegian F-35s

B-2 Spirit stealth bombers from the 509th Bomb Wing, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, conducted integration and interoperability training with Norwegian F-35s during a long-range, long duration strategic bomber mission north of the Arctic Circle, June 18, 2020.

The Ogden Air Logistics Center (ALC) managed the Titan II Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) system until its deactivation in 1987.

June 18, 2020

1980s: Hill AFB’s role as the Logistics System Program Manager for all Air Force ICBMs

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah — As Hill AFB entered its fifth decade in 1980, the Ogden Air Logistics Center remained the Logistics System Program Manager for the Air Force’s entire Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) deterrent force. The ICBM weapon systems then managed by the Ogden ALC included the LGM-25 Titan II, LGM-30 Minuteman II and III, LGM-118A Peacekeeper, and XMGX-134A Small ICBM. 

A B-52H Stratofortress deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., prepares for take off from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for a Bomber Task Force mission June 16, 2020. This Bomber Task Force brought B-52H Stratofortress bombers and 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen to the Indo-Pacific theater to test their ability to integrate and operate from a forward location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lillian Miller)

June 17, 2020

B-52s demonstrate bilateral, joint force integration in Indo-Pacific

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers integrated with the Koku-Jieitai, or Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) fighters and U.S. Navy E/A-18G Growlers over the Sea of Japan, June, 17.

A B-52H Stratofortress deployed from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., arrives at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, to conduct Bomber Task Force operations, June 14, 2020. Strategic bomber missions demonstrate the credibility of our forces to address a diverse and uncertain security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lillian Miller)

June 15, 2020

B-52s deploy to Alaska, demonstrate global agility

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers returned to the Indo-Pacific region June 14 to conduct bomber task force operations out of Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska.

Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett and Lt. Col. Nicola Polidor, the Det. 5, 29th Training Systems Squadron commander and B-2 Spirit stealth bomber pilot, are greeted by 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs prior to a familiarization flight for Barrett during a visit at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 11, 2020. During her visit, Barrett spoke with base leaders, first responders and maintenance personnel across the installation to learn the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber’s critical role of global deterrence as part of the nuclear triad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dylan Nuckolls)

June 15, 2020

Team Whiteman Airmen share their role in strategic bomber mission with SECAF

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. — Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett visited Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 11, 2020, to familiarize herself with Team Whiteman’s mission in maintaining global support and combat readiness.During her visit, Barrett spoke with base leaders, first responders and maintenance personnel across the installation.“It was an honor to showcase

From left, the British Royal Navy Duke-class frigate HMS Kent (F78), the Supply-class combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6), the Blue Ridge-class command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), the Royal Danish Navy Absalon-class support ship HDMS Esbern Snare (L17) and the Swedish Royal Navy Visby-class corvette HMS Karlstad (K35) sail in formation in the Baltic Sea while a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress long-range bomber flies overhead during exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2020, June 15, 2020. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, marking the 49th year of one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations.

June 15, 2020

B-52s participate in BTF, BALTOPS 2020 exercise

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Two B-52H Stratofortresses from the 5th Bomb Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, conducted a long-range, long duration strategic Bomber Task Force mission throughout Europe and the Baltic region, June 15, 2020, while also supporting the Baltic Operations exercise.