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Operations Airmen from the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron stand together in front of a B-52H Stratofortress during Bomber Task Force 25-1 Dec. 4, 2024, at RAF Fairford, England. BTF missions familiarize aircrew with air bases and operations in different geographic combatant command areas of operations to enable strategic access and integration with coalition forces in an effort to deter global conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)

Dec. 13, 2024

Bomber Task Force 25-1 advances interoperability with NATO partners and Allies

RAF FAIRFORD, England — The 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron deployed to RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 4 – Dec. 12, 2024 for Bomber Task Force 25-1.

Dec. 10, 2024

Legacy Renewed: Activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron

MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. — Maxwell Air Force Base marked a historic moment on December 6, 2024, with the activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron. Presiding official for the activation ceremony and assumption of command, Col. Lane Cook, commander of the 58th Operations Group, took a few minutes to discuss the importance of the ceremony.

Vice Adm. Richard Correll, deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), left, and Randy Norwood, assistant vice president of Military Affairs and Strategic Partnerships for the Omaha Chamber, right, present Cmdr. Jason Perris, middle left, and Cmdr. Jason Chuma, both commanding officers of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737), with the Omaha Trophy during a presentation ceremony, Dec. 2, 2024.

Dec. 4, 2024

Kentucky Crews Win Omaha Trophy

NAVAL BASE KITSAP-BANGOR — U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) and the USSTRATCOM Consultation Committee (SCC) awarded the Omaha Trophy to the blue and gold crews of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) during a ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor in Silverdale, Washington, Dec. 2, 2024.

Dec. 4, 2024

Strengthening Arctic Defense: Trilateral exercise tests fifth-generation air power

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Norwegian, U.K. and U.S. forces conducted a multi-domain find, fix, track and target military exercise with fifth-generation aircraft Dec. 3 in the High North.

Utah Air National Guard Security Forces members secure the flightline during a nuclear operational readiness exercise Nov. 2, 2024, at Hill Air Force Base.

Nov. 14, 2024

Utah Air Guard Showcases Nuclear Operations Readiness

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah - The Utah Air National Guard completed an intensive Nuclear Operations Readiness Exercise Nov. 1-3. The exercise engaged the 151st Wing in around-the-clock operations, preparing members to execute their nuclear mission immediately. This annual exercise reflects UTANG’s role in the broader nuclear operations strategy, ensuring

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test.

Nov. 6, 2024

Minuteman III test showcases readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — A joint team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen and Navy aircrew launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with multiple targetable re-entry vehicles from aboard the Airborne Launch Control System Nov. 5, 2024 at 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 69th Bomb Squadron takes flight during Global Thunder 25 at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Oct. 24, 2024. U.S. Strategic Command forces are on watch 24 hours a day, seven days a week, conducting operations to deter and detect strategic attacks against the United States and our allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trust Tate)

Oct. 25, 2024

Team Minot remains ready during Global Thunder 25

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — Global Thunder 25, the most recent iteration of U.S. Strategic Command’s annual field training and command and control exercise, commenced here Oct. 15.

Oct. 18, 2024

U.S. Strategic Command to Commence Exercise Global Thunder 25

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — U.S. Strategic Command will commence its annual nuclear command and control exercise, Global Thunder, Oct. 18, 2024. Global Thunder 25 involves personnel throughout the USSTRATCOM enterprise, components and subordinate units. Its purpose is to enhance nuclear readiness and ensure a safe, secure, and effective strategic deterrent force. This annual exercise is not in response to actions by any nation or other actors, or current world events.

Oct. 4, 2024

Air Force Global Strike Command activates Provisional 95th Wing at Offutt Air Force Base

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — As part of the DAF reoptimatization for Great Power Competition, AFGSC activated the 95th Wing (Provisional) at Offutt AFB, Neb., effective Oct 1. In provisional status, the 95th Wing (P) will immediately begin leading planning efforts to stand-up, receive personnel & use facilities at Offutt starting in 2025.

Sept. 23, 2024

Raider Reach exercise tests Ellsworth’s combat readiness

ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D. — As the sun rose up into the sky ushering in a new day, exercise Raider Reach, a two-week, two-phase exercise involving the entire 28th Bomb Wing, encompassing five groups, 17 squadrons and supporting agencies, and over 4K military and civilian personnel came to a close Sept. 20, 2024.