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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.
Bomber crew earns AFGSC General Curtis E. LeMay award
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — A B-52H Stratofortress bomber crew recently earned the Air Force Global Strike Command General Curtis E. LeMay award for the outstanding bomber crew category during the 2023 AFGSC Operations Awards.
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
June 5, 2024
Ellsworth B-1B Lancer conducts live munitions training over S. Korea
OSAN AIR BASE, SOUTH KOREA — A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer [from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D.] joined Republic of Korea Air Force F-15Ks Slam Eagles for live munitions and close air support training at the Pilsung Range, Republic of Korea, in an event designed to enhance the interoperability, lethality, and readiness of U.S. and ROK air forces.
Minot maintainers support B-52 operations in England
RAF FAIRFORD, England — Minot maintainers support B-52 operations in England
June 4, 2024
Minuteman III test launch showcases readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent
BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — 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 4 at 12:56 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.This test launch is part of routine and periodic activities intended to
June 3, 2024
Bomber Task Force 24-3 underway in Europe
RAF FAIRFORD, England — Four U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers assigned to the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron began flying missions in support of Bomber Task Force 24-3 at RAF Fairford, England, May 24, 2024.
May 31, 2024
Greentails recognized with Power Award
The Air and Space Forces Association recognized the 321st Missile Squadron with the 2024 Gen. Thomas S. Power Outstanding Missile Crew Award on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming in May 2024.
May 23, 2024
Ellsworth B-1 Lancers return to Guam, enhances readiness during Bomber Task Force 24-6
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — B-1 Lancers assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in support of a routine Bomber Task Force deployment, 23 May.
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.