Nov. 17, 2025

Global Strike Airmen strengthen strategic readiness during Global Thunder 26

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — Global Thunder 26 (GT26), the latest iteration of U.S. Strategic Command’s annual field training and command and control exercise, concluded Oct. 26 here. While Exercise GT26 occurred at multiple locations, Minot AFB supported activities amongst two bomb wings and a missile wing accounting for two thirds of the U.S. nuclear triad.

Nov. 5, 2025

GT 254: AFGSC validates reliability, readiness of ICBM force with Minuteman III test launch

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — AFGSC conducted a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM from Vandenberg SFB, Calif., on Nov. 5, 2025. This test, designated GT 254, evaluated the ongoing reliability, operational readiness & accuracy of the ICBM system, a cornerstone of America's national defense.

Oct. 21, 2025

U.S. Strategic Command opens exercise Global Thunder 26

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — U.S. Strategic Command opened its annual nuclear command and control exercise, Global Thunder 26, here Oct. 21, 2025. Global Thunder 26 engages warfighters across the nuclear enterprise, including USSTRATCOM components and subordinate units. Its purpose is to support peace through strength and national security objectives by enhancing combat readiness, assuring worldwide allies and partners, and demonstrating the Command’s warfighting capacity and lethal capabilities. This is an annual exercise, not held in response to world events or actions by any nation or entity.

Sept. 12, 2025

307th Bomb Wing Arrives in UK for Cobra Warrior 2025 Exercise

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 307th Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, arrived at Royal Air Force Fairford, England, on Sept. 11, 2025, to participate in Cobra Warrior 2025 (CW 25-2).

Sept. 9, 2025

U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North

Eglin Air Force Base, FL — The USAF partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities on Sept. 3rd in the Norwegian Sea. In partnership with Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35s and personnel, the USAF's 53rd Wing integrated a US B-2 Spirit stealth bomber into a long-range strike scenario employing the AFRL’s QUICKSINK maritime weapon, demonstrating seamless cooperation and interoperability to defeat a surface vessel in a realistic setting.

Sept. 8, 2025

The Spirit Continues

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. — For B-2 test pilot “Igor,” aviation was never about chasing a thrill. It was a calling, shaped by family, hometown pride, and the military community that surrounded him near Whiteman Air Force Base.

Sept. 4, 2025

OPERATION Valhalla Strike sharpens 891st MSFS defenders’ readiness

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron, responsible for protecting Minuteman III ICBMs and Minot AFB’s missile alert facilities across North Dakota, recently conducted advanced training on air base ground defense and nuclear security tactics.

Aug. 15, 2025

582nd HG completes MH-139 Initial Operational Test & Evaluation

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. — The 582nd Helicopter Group completed Initial Operational Test & Evaluation for the MH-139A Grey Wolf on June 27, marking a major milestone in Twentieth Air Force’s efforts to modernize its helicopter fleet in support of nuclear security operations.

Aug. 9, 2025

Dyess B-1s arrive in Norway for Bomber Task Force Europe

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany. — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, and arrived at Ørland Air Base, Norway, Aug. 9, 2025, to begin Ally-led training operations as part of the latest Bomber Task Force Europe. The deployment empowers U.S. Air Force aircrews to refine tactics, increase flexibility and strengthen coordination with Allies by exercising and operating together increasing warfighting capabilities and readiness.

Aug. 1, 2025

Dyess B-1s sharpen combat readiness during Red Flag-Nellis 25-3

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — Airmen and B-1B Lancers from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, recently wrapped up a dynamic showing supporting Red Flag-Nellis 25-3, the U.S. Air Force’s premier combat training event held at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, July 21–31.