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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicholas Early, 28th Operations Support Squadron crew communications technician, performs pre-flight checks on a B-1B Lancer at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 5, 2024, in support of Bomber Task Force 24-6. U.S. Bomber missions demonstrate the credibility of our forces to address a complex and uncertain security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Jacobsen)

June 19, 2024

Supporting Bomber Task Force 24-6: Intel, cyber’s critical roles

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam. — Bomber task force deployments are a critical means to support global stability and security by demonstrating the ability to operate in diverse regions across the globe.

Gen. Anthony Cotton, commander, U.S. Strategic Command, returns a salute to Lt. Col. Christian Hoover, left, 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron commander, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 3, 2024, during a base tour. As part of his visit, Cotton took the opportunity to interact and recognize Airmen within the 37th EBS as they conduct Bomber Task Force 24-6 missions. BTF missions enable crews to maintain a high state of readiness and proficiency and validate our always-ready global strike capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan Maher)

June 6, 2024

STRATCOM commander immerses in Ellsworth’s Bomber Task Force 24-6 while visiting Guam

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE, Guam — Gen. Anthony Cotton, commander of the U.S. Strategic Command, visited the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron currently deployed to Andersen Air Force Base in support of Bomber Task Force 24-6.

June 6, 2024

Second Minuteman III test in week's time showcases readiness of U.S. ICBM fleet

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — For the second time in a week, a joint team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen supported by Space Force Guardians launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with one re-entry vehicle June 6 at 1:46 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.This test launch is part of routine and

A B-21 Raider conducts flight testing, which includes ground testing, taxiing, and flying operations, at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The B-21 will interoperate with our allies and partners to deliver on our enduring commitment to provide flexible strike options for coalition operations that defend us against common threats. (Courtesy photo)

May 22, 2024

B-21 Raider continues flight test, production

EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) — Following its formal unveiling, Dec. 2, 2022, the B-21 Raider began flight testing here where it continues to make progress toward becoming the backbone of the U.S. Air Force bomber fleet.

The recipients of the 2023 Gen. Larry O. Spencer Innovation Award are recognized during a ceremony at the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., May 8, 2024. Established in 2015 and presented annually, the Gen. Larry O. Spencer Innovation award pays tribute to former Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Larry O. Spencer and recognizes individuals and teams driving excellence in innovation within the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chad Trujillo)

May 13, 2024

Team Minot named DAF 2023 General Larry O. Spencer Award winners

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — The Department of the Air Force announced the recipients of the 2023 Gen. Larry O. Spencer Innovation Award during a ceremony at the Pentagon, May 8. Members of Team Minot from the 5th Bomb Wing and 91st Missile Wing won the team award for the second year in a row!

Fighter aircraft from the U.S. 8th Fighter Wing, Japan, and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of a U.S. B-52H Stratofortress Bomber operating in the Indo-Pacific, April 2, 2024.

April 2, 2024

U.S., Japan, Republic of Korea Conduct Third Trilateral Aerial Exercise

For the third time following the historic trilateral summit at Camp David in fall 2023, fighter aircraft from the U.S., Japan, and the Republic of Korea conducted the third trilateral aerial escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, April 2, 2024.

March 13, 2024

Sharpening SOUTHERN EDGE: 343rd Bomb Squadron leads innovative TFI effort

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — SOUTHERN EDGE 24, and Air Force Reserve-led exercise, provided realistic training to enhance coordination between B-52 Stratofortress aircrews and special forces troops from the United States, the Netherlands, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Air Force Airmen assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, pose for a group photo alongside Swedish military personnel in front of a B-1B Lancer and two Saab JAS 39 Gripens at Luleå-Kallax Air Base, Sweden, Feb. 26, 2024, during Bomber Task Force 24-2.

March 1, 2024

BTF 24-2 bombers return home after Global Guardian

Luleå, SWEDEN — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth AFB, S.D., conducted a cross-combatant command mission from their deployed location at Luleå-Kallax Air Base, Sweden, in support of Global Guardian, Feb. 29, 2024.

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.

A B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, prepares to land at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Jan. 18, 2024. The B-1B will conduct air-to-air refueling training with the Republic of Singapore Air Force’s A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport. (Republic of Singapore Air Force courtesy photo)

Jan. 19, 2024

US B-1B Lancers conduct air-to-air refueling training with 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, as part of the United States Air Force’s regular training and engagements with key partners in the region.