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U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress, B-2 Spirit and B-1B Lancer bombers led a seven-ship dissimilar bomber/fighter formation over Miami Beach, Fla., May 24, 2025, as seen in this screen capture from an Air Force Global Strike Command video published by Staff Sgt. Bailee Darbasie.

May 24, 2025

AFGSC unveils first tri-bomber/fighter formation

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Air Force Global Strike Command recently unveiled the first-ever demonstration tri-bomber/fighter formation during the Hyundai Air and Sea Show over Miami Beach, Florida.

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron takes off in support of Bomber Task Force Europe (BTF) at Morón Air Base, Spain, May 23, 2025. 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.

May 23, 2025

B-52 executes MIGHTY RHINO, integrating with African partners

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to Bomber Task Force Europe executed mission MIGHTY RHINO on May 23, integrating with African partner forces in Morocco.

a missile in the dark night sky, white ethereal clouds surrounding it

May 21, 2025

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

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — A joint team of AFGSC Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a single Mark-21 High Fidelity Re-Entry Vehicle May 21 at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg SFB, Calif.

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron taxis after landing in support of Bomber Task Force Europe (BTF) at Morón Air Base, Spain, May 20, 2025. This deployment demonstrates the U.S. Air Force’s ability to operate from flexible, dispersed locations while maintaining strategic reach and precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)

May 20, 2025

U.S. Air Force B-52s arrive at Morón for Bomber Task Force Europe deployment

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft arrived at Morón AB, Spain, May 20, as part of the latest Bomber Task Force Europe deployment.

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle from the 159th Fighter Wing flies alongside a B-52H Stratofortress during air-to-air integration training, April 29, 2025. The training enhanced interoperability between active-duty and Air National Guard aircrews, reinforcing their ability to operate as a cohesive force in complex airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Matthew Dougherty)

April 30, 2025

2nd Bomb Wing Integrates with Key Partners at Chennault International Airport

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — The 2nd Bomb Wing and the 159th Fighter Wing demonstrated enhanced interoperability and strengthened their operational capabilities during a combined air-to-air integration training event held April 29, 2025, culminating in an operational survey of the Louisiana Army National Guard’s Lake Charles Readiness Center at Chennault International Airport.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kaden Brewer, 96th Bomb Squadron weapons load crew member, transfers a CBU-105, or cluster bomb unit, from a munitions trailer to a MJ-1 “jammer” for loading onto a B-52H Stratofortress

April 19, 2025

Lethality Tested, Mission Perfected: 2nd Bomb Wing Sharpens Lethal Edge During Combat Hammer

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — As part of the Air Force’s premier weapons system evaluation program, the 2nd Bomb Wing participated in Combat Hammer from March 10 to 21, testing its ability to deliver conventional airpower in a contested environment.

April 16, 2025

126th ARW uses total force integration to dominate nuclear response drill during certification course

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. - The 126th Air Refueling Wing recently led a series of nuclear response drills for a two-week nuclear mission certification course, aimed to ensure aircrews can successfully conduct refueling missions supporting America’s nuclear triad.

U.S. Air Force maintainers assigned to the 9th Bomber Generation Squadron prepare B-1B Lancer for take-off in support of a Bomber Task Force at LOCATION at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Apr. 14, 2025. BTF deployments like this enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe.

April 15, 2025

Airmen, aircraft deploy in support of first Bomber Task Force mission to Japan

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan — A Bomber Task Force deployment of U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft, Airmen and& support equipment from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Dyess AFB, Texas, arrived at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 15, 2025, to support Pacific Air Forces’ training efforts with Allies, partners and joint forces, and strategic deterrence missions to reinforce regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.

Airmen assigned to the 625th Strategic Operations Squadron pose for a photo

April 11, 2025

625 STOS supports Giant Pace 25-1

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — The 625th Strategic Operations Squadron assigned to the 95th Wing at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, plays a vital role in safeguarding the United States.

April 10, 2025

Sentinel Site Activation Task Force, Detachment 11 stood up at Malmstrom

MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. — Air Force Global Strike Command stood up Sentinel Site Activation Task Force, Detachment 11 during a ceremony at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, April 4, 2025.