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B-1B Lancer aircraft assigned the 34th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, are readied to participate in Red Flag-Nellis 23-3 at Nellis AFB, Nev. Aug. 1, 2023.

Aug. 3, 2023

28th Bomb Wing Leads Red Flag-Nellis 23-3

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Members of the 28th Bomb Wing braved the 120-degree heat here to lead the ‘Blue Force’ during Red Flag-Nellis 23-3, July 17 - Aug. 4, 2023.

July 27, 2023

U.S. Strategic Command Announces 2023 Gen. Larry D. Welch Deterrence Writing Award Winners

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — U.S. Strategic Command announced the 2023 Gen. Larry D. Welch Writing Awards winners today, highlighting exceptional research and analysis in deterrence. United States Strategic Command sponsors the competition, named after former Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force Gen. Larry D. Welch, which recognizes a senior and junior researcher whose paper demonstrates outstanding understanding and innovative ideas on deterrence.

Two people inspect a part to an HVAC system

July 26, 2023

Air Force engineers trek Montana mountain to service radio communications generator

MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. — Airmen from the 341st Civil Engineer Squadron made the mountainous trek up the peak of Highwood Baldy, Montana, on July 18, 2023, to perform monthly generator maintenance at a key radio repeater site for enterprise land mobile radio communications in preparation for the upcoming winter months.

Master Sgt. Britni Burnette (right), 90th Operations Group first sergeant, talks with Airman Jenna Lawson (left), 90th Operations Support Squadron commander’s support staff, on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, May 5, 2023. Burnette’s efforts as 90 OG first sergeant earned her the Air Force Global Strike Command’s award for “Outstanding First Sergeant of the Year.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Joseph Coslett Jr.)

July 20, 2023

AFGSC First Sergeant of the Year: Putting on the diamond to serve others

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. — In case you missed it, Master Sgt. Britni Burnette, a distinguished first sergeant in the 90th Operations Group, earned Air Force Global Strike Command’s award for “Outstanding First Sergeant of the Year” earlier this year. Throughout her tenure as a first sergeant, Burnette demonstrated exemplary performance, providing expert advice to one group and five squadron commanders, thereby upholding morale, welfare, and discipline, according to the award narrative. Her guidance maximized the readiness and lethality of the 444 Airmen responsible for delivering intercontinental ballistic missile nuclear deterrence for the United States. One of the key aspects of a first sergeant’s role is ensuring the welfare and readiness of Airmen, according to Burnette. They act as trusted advisors and advocates, addressing personal and professional challenges faced by service members. By providing guidance, resources and support, first sergeants help Airmen navigate the complexities of military life, fostering a sense of belonging and resilience within the unit.

A U.S. Air Force pilot answers questions about his aircraft at the 2023 Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, England, July 15, 2023. RIAT participation demonstrates U.S. commitment to European allies and partners while highlighting U.S. capabilities to a diverse audience, emphasizing unity, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Symantha King)

July 16, 2023

U.S. integration at the Royal International Air Tattoo 23

RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom — The U.S. Air Force brought over 12 aircraft and 100 Airmen to participate in the Royal International Air Tattoo at Royal Air Force Base Fairford, United Kingdom, July 14-16.

A member of the Tentara Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Udara, or Indonesian Air Force, watches as a U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 23rd Bomb Squadron at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, taxis upon landing at the Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, Indonesia, June 19, 2023. Two B-52s arrived in Indonesia to participate in bilateral training exercises, marking the first time U.S. Air Force B-52s had landed on Indonesian soil. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Zade Vadnais)

July 5, 2023

First-ever USAF B-52 deployment concludes in Indonesia

MEDAN, Indonesia — More than 60 Airmen and two B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, completed a bilateral interoperability exercise in Indonesia.

Airmen with the 841st Missile Security Forces Squadron observe a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk as it departs from Fort William Henry Harrison, Mont., May 31, 2023. The Black Hawk extracted Airmen with simulated injuries from the field in support of Operation Avalanche Defender.

June 8, 2023

Operation Avalanche Defender prepares security forces for future fight

FORT WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON, Mont — Airmen with the 841st Missile Security Forces conducted a four-day simulated deployment exercise from May 30 to June 2 at Fort William Henry Harrison, Mont.

May 22, 2023

ROK CWMD director discusses U.S.-ROK Extended Deterrence efforts during visit to USSTRATCOM

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. — On May 17th, Maj Gen Park Hu Soung, the director of the Republic of Korea Joint Chiefs of Staff's Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) directorate, and Maj. Gen. Robert B. Sofge, Combined Forces Command Assistant Chief of Staff for Strategic Planning and Policy, met with U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony Cotton, the commander of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM).

May 12, 2023

Milley Says Investments in Military Capabilities Are Paying Off

The U.S. military is the most lethal and capable armed force in the world because previous administrations and Congresses made the investments needed, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

Photo of Airmen Standing in front of a B-52.

May 9, 2023

A Trophy Team: 307th Bomb Wing Maintainers take home AFRC Honors

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Senior Master Sgt. Jonathan Rider always seems to be smiling.Maybe it’s because he gets to supervise the 707th Maintenance Squadron’s Load Crew #1 here. The group, consisting of Master Sgt. Ruey Cooper, II, Tech. Sgt. Jerome Gooden, Tech. Sgt. Uriel Vargas and Staff Sgt. Erin Williamson recently earned the Air Force Reserve Command Outstanding