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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joel Velez, 9th Bomber Generation Squadron crew chief, connects a fuel hose to a B-1B Lancer at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, July 8, 2025. Upgrades to Dyess’ fueling system added 21 new refueling locations, including two additional hot pit refueling stations, enhancing the 7th Bomb Wing’s ability to support B-1 operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)

July 18, 2025

Fueling the fight: Dyess modernizes for future missions

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — The 7th Bomb Wing is in the final phase of a $24 million modernization project to overhaul Dyess AFB’s fueling infrastructure—a multi-year initiative designed to improve efficiency & enhance operational readiness across the installation.

Airman 1st Class Michael Woods, 91st Missile Security Operations Squadron defender guards vehicle at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 11, 2025. Woods guarded the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle during the Bully Vigilance 25-1 exercise, designed to demonstrate the proficiency of defenders during a convoy.

July 17, 2025

91st Missile Wing performs Bully Vigilance 25-1 exercise

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — From July 9 -17, 2025, Airmen from the 91st Missile Wing put their skills to the test during Bully Vigilance 25-1, a Full Mission Profile (FMP) exercise held in conjunction with an inspector general-led evaluation.

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July 16, 2025

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa to participate in RIAT 2025

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa will participate in the Royal International Air Tattoo 2025 at Royal Air Force Fairford, England, July 18-20.

Fighter aircraft from Japan and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Pacific, July 11, 2025.

July 11, 2025

Japan, Republic of Korea and U.S. conduct trilateral flight

PACIFIC OCEAN — Fighter aircraft from Japan and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Pacific, July 11, 2025.

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin tours the Combined Operations Building at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, July 10, 2025.

July 11, 2025

SecAF, CSAF visit Whiteman AFB following Operation Midnight Hammer

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. — Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin visited Whiteman AFB on July 10 to commend Airmen on the success of Operation Midnight Hammer.

Gen. Anthony Cotton, U.S. Strategic Command commander (left), U.S. Air Force Col. James Schlabach, 91st Missile Wing commander (center), and Mr. Randy Norwood, Omaha Chamber assistant vice president (right), pose for a photo during the Omaha Trophy ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 9, 2025. The Omaha Trophy was awarded to the 91MW due to their exemplary readiness, performance and dedication to safeguarding national security.

July 10, 2025

91st Missile Wing Earns Omaha Trophy for Excellence in Strategic Operations

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D — Gen. Anthony Cotton, commander of U.S. Strategic Command, announced the 91st Missile Wing as the 2024 Omaha Trophy winners during the Omaha Trophy presentation here, July 9, 2025. The Omaha Trophy represents the highest civilian honor awarded to top-performing military units supporting USSTRATCOM strategic deterrence efforts.

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress from the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron flies over the skies of Sweden for their celebration of their acceptance into NATO during Bomber Task Force 25-2, RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, March 11, 2025. These operations demonstrate the ability to rapidly deploy strategic assets in support of global stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Chris Hibben)

July 9, 2025

US Airmen deploy in support of Indo-Pacific Bomber Task Force exercise

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — A Bomber Task Force deployment of multiple U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress aircraft, Airmen, and support equipment from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, arrived at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 8, 2025.

Airmen guide a munition down a conveyer belt.

July 3, 2025

Minot AFB accomplishes historic first during Combat Ammunition Production Exercise

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — The 5th Munitions Squadron hosted its first Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) here from June 22-27, marking a significant milestone for Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC). The exercise tested 5th Bomb Wing Airmen’s capacity to mass-produce conventional munitions in a simulated wartime scenario—while also breaking CAPEX production records across the board.

Airmen of the 96th Bomb Squadron prepare a B-52H Stratofortress for takeoff during exercise Global Storm at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Aug. 18, 2021.

June 27, 2025

Another decade of the B-52’s enduring legacy

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. — Air Force Global Strike Command is celebrating the enduring legacy of one of America’s most iconic strategic bombers -- the B-52 Stratofortress, affectionately known as the BUFF.

Two airmen standing next to a truck on a runway refuel a B-2 aircraft with a crescent moon in a cloudy blue sky in the background.

June 27, 2025

AFLCMC continues modernization of B-2 bomber

AFLCMC's Bomber's Directorate is responsible for planning, modernizing, and sustaining the B-2 “Spirit.”