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March 22, 2024

To Meet Security Challenges, DOD Makes Investments in Strategic Forces

The Defense Department is making investments in strategic force capabilities in the fiscal 2025 budget to meet the security challenges posed by competitors, a DOD official said.

Feb. 29, 2024

Military Leaders Say Maintaining U.S. Strategic Edge Requires Continued Investment

The United States remains ready to deter strategic and space-based threats, but continued investment is critical amid increasing competition, senior military officials said.

Feb. 28, 2024

DoD participates in Singapore Airshow 2024

CHANGI, Republic of Singapore — The U.S. Department of Defense participated in the Singapore Airshow 2024 (SA2024) with an aerial demonstration by the B-52H Stratofortress and static displays at the Changi Exhibition Center, Republic of Singapore, Feb. 20-25.

Feb. 15, 2024

U.S. Strategic Command Announces 2023 Omaha Trophy Recipients

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Gen. Anthony Cotton, commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), announced the 2023 Omaha Trophy recipients.The Omaha Trophy is presented to the top military units supporting USSTRATCOM’s strategic deterrence mission for their exceptional performance in the categories of intercontinental ballistic missiles, ballistic missile submarines,

Feb. 2, 2024

The Mighty Eighth commander qualifies on E-4B Nightwatch

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Eighth Air Force commander, Maj. Gen. Jason Armagost, qualifies on the E-4B Nightwatch, or National Airborne Operations Center.

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, out of Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, takes off at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Jan. 24, 2024. The 345th EBS arrived in Singapore as part of regular U.S. Air Force training and engagements with key partners in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan Hayman)

Jan. 31, 2024

US B-1B Lancers train alongside Republic of Singapore Air Force

PAYA LEBAR AIR BASE, Singapore — Two B-1B Lancers assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, arrived at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Jan. 18-24, as part of the United States Air Force's regular training and engagements with key partners in the region.

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Jan. 30, 2024

US, allies and partners integrate for dynamic targeting kill-chain automation experiments

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The 805th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Shadow Operations Center – Nellis, executed their annual Capstone event by experimenting with and developing tactics, techniques, and procedures for integrated two-way kill-chain automation between the operational and tactical command and control including battle management levels, to create competitive advantages for the United States and its allies and partners at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.

Adm. Daryl Caudle, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, center, looks on as Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher, left, relieves Vice Adm. William Houston, right, during the Commander, Submarine Forces change of command ceremony onboard Naval Station Norfolk, Dec. 28.

Dec. 28, 2023

Submarine Force Conducts Change of Command

NORFOLK, Va. — Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher relieved Vice Adm. William Houston as Commander, Submarine Forces/Submarine Force Atlantic during a change of command ceremony held onboard Naval Station Norfolk, Dec. 28, 2023.

A B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., flies over the 108th Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 1, 2022. America’s Air Force participated in America’s New Year Celebration including the Tournament of Roses Parade to kickoff 2022 and the yearlong celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Department of the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Dylan Nuckolls)

Dec. 20, 2023

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Set to Fly Over Tournament of Roses

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. — The B-2 Spirit will fly over the Tournament of Roses, January 1, 2024, showcasing the long-distance, precision capabilities of the bomber and its highly-trained pilots.

Airmen assigned to the 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron walk on the flight line at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Dec. 13, 2023. The 5th Bomb Wing was able to successfully showcase its airpower and high-speed deterrence mission set by being able to launch multiple aircraft in a short amount of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

Dec. 18, 2023

Minot AFB executes SURGE Week

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 5th Bomb Wing conducted SURGE Week here from Dec. 12 - 14. SURGE Week tests warfighting capabilities, focusing on training efforts for scenarios where a large number of sorties need to be produced swiftly and efficiently.