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June 27, 2025
AFOTEC commander visits Minot AFB

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Michael Drowley, Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC) commander, looks up at a B-52H Stratofortress at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 24, 2025. As commander of AFOTEC, Drowley is responsible for supervising the independent testing and
June 27, 2025
5th Bomb Wing facilitates orientation flight for Minot civic leader Ryan Ackerman

Ryan Ackerman, 91st Missile Wing honorary commander (fourth from left), poses for a photo with 5th Bomb Wing (5BW) leadership and 23rd Bomb Squadron flight crew after an orientation flight at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 24, 2025. The aircrew took Ackerman on an orientation flight to
June 25, 2025
Team Minot and Local First Responders Join Forces

Airmen from the 91st Security Forces Group prepare to enter a building during a mass casualty exercise at a missile alert facility outside of Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 17, 2025. This partnership allows local law enforcement to gain firsthand experience with military procedures during
June 24, 2025
Minot’s DEFO Program prepares enlisted Airmen for officer careers

Since its establishment on Minot AFB in July 2024, the Developing Enlisted Future Officers (DEFO) program has provided enlisted Airmen with the tools, mentorship and resources needed to explore and pursue officer commissioning opportunities across the U.S. Air Force.
June 20, 2025
5th Medical Group and 54th Helicopter Squadron sharpen emergency response skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jamila Jones, a 5th Medical Group (5MDG) medical technician, poses in front of a manikin at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 11, 2025. The 5MDG used manikins to assist in training Airmen to assess and treat injuries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anthony