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Dec. 13, 2024

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

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

Dec. 13, 2024

B-52s depart UK following successful Bomber Task Force deployment

Four U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft departed Royal Air Force Fairford, England, Dec. 13 following a successful Bomber Task Force deployment.

Dec. 11, 2024

Kirtland Air Force Base Receives Cutting-Edge Communications System

In April 2024, Kirtland AFB achieved a major milestone with the installation of the Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal at the 377th ABW Command Post. This $600 million Nuclear Command, Control & Communication upgrade modernizes Cold War-era communications equipment, ensuring robust connectivity for nuclear & non-nuclear missions.

Dec. 10, 2024

Legacy Renewed: Activation of the 24th Helicopter Squadron

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.

Dec. 5, 2024

Air Force Works to Keep Nuclear Triad Mission Ready During Recapitalization

The Air Force is working to meet the challenge of maintaining mission readiness for bomber and land-based missile legs of the nation's nuclear triad, while working to meet the government-mandated recapitalization of both those platforms. 

Dec. 4, 2024

Kentucky Crews Win Omaha Trophy

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

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.

Nov. 20, 2024

New B-52 engine cover prototype testing protects Minot’s bomber fleet

AFGSC pilots and maintainers have secured new B-52 Stratofortress engine covers that prevent icing in extreme cold thanks to support from STRIKEWERX and the AFGSC Office of the Chief Scientist.

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

Nov. 6, 2024

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

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.