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  • Minot Air Force Base Honor Guardsmen present the colors during a retirement ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 3, 2024. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard’s vision is to promote the Air Force mission, preserve their heritage and protect their standards and image. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez) Honoring Excellence: A look Inside Minot Honor Guard
    Honoring Excellence: A look Inside Minot Honor Guard

    Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez

  • The new 5th Bomb Wing (BW) commander's name is revealed the 5th Bomb Wing flagship B-52H Stratofortress during the change of command ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. Prior to assuming command of the 5th BW, Lamarand was the commander of the 2nd Operations Group, Barksdale Air Force Base, La, leading daily operations for the Air Forces's largest bomber group consisting of four operational squadrons, with over 560 personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez) 5th Bomb Wing welcomes new commander
    5th Bomb Wing welcomes new commander

    Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez

  • A U.S. Airman assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing reunites with family after returning from Bomber Task Force (BTF) 24-3 at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 26, 2024. BTF missions demonstrate the credibility U.S. our forces to address a global security environment that is more diverse and uncertain than at any other time in recent history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez) Minot Airmen return from England
    Minot Airmen return from England

    Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez

  • Runners participate in the color run 5K at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 21, 2024. LGBTQI+ Pride Month at Minot Air Force Base is held to recognize the history, contributions and achievements of LGBTQI+ U.S. service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston) Serving with Pride
    Serving with Pride

    Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston

  • Military and vintage aircraft are displayed at The Dakota Air Museum in Minot, North Dakota, June 24, 2024. The museum serves as an important historic resource in regards to aviation. Team Minot goes outside
    Team Minot goes outside

    Airman 1st Class Trust Tate

  • A graphic to congratulate Team Minot’s Esports team accomplishments at the 2024 Eastern Regional Esports Invitational, hosted at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 4, 2024. The Minot AFB Esports team’s achievements are a testament to the team member’s hard work and skill. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Senior Airman Alexander Nottingham) Game On: Leveling Up Communication Skills Through Gaming
    Game On: Leveling Up Communication Skills Through Gaming

    Senior Airman Alexander Nottingham

  • U.S. Air Force Col. John Burrell, incoming 5th Operations Group (5th OG) commander (center), is congratulated by U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Cain, outgoing 5th Operations Group commander (right), and Col. Daniel Hoadley, 5th Bomb Wing commander (left), during the 5th OG change of command ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 21, 2024. Before taking command of the 5th OG Burrell was the Nuclear Operations Division Chief, the Pentagon Arlington, Virginia. Responsible for standardizing Nuclear Command and Control operations, policy, and Nuclear Surety across the National Military Command System. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez) 5th Operations Group welcomes new commander
    5th Operations Group welcomes new commander

    Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez

UPCOMING EVENTS

Minot Air Force Base Honor Guard presents the colors during the singing of the national anthem at the 5th Maintenance Group (MXG) change of command at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 29, 2023. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard’s mission is to deliver premier ceremonial honors, inspire the nation, and represent all Airmen and Guardians to the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Evan Lichtenhan)

PUBLIC AFFAIRS SUPPORT

U.S. Air Force Col. Daniel Hoadley, 5th Bomb Wing commander, and Team Minot members pose for a photo at the Operation Homefront Back-to-School Supplies Brigade at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 4, 2023. The Back-to-School Brigade is a nationwide campaign by Operation Homefront that collects and distributes school supplies to eligible service member dependents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

NEWCOMER GUIDE

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeffrey Anderson, 5th Maintenance Group (MXG) commander, delivers a speech to the crowd at the 5th MXG’s Maintenance Professionals of the Year awards banquet at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, May 25, 2023. Anderson spoke on how vital the mission is at Minot, and thanked everyone for their contribution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trust Tate)
  • Shown is an illustration of the LGM-35A Sentinel, the Air Force’s newest weapon system known as the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent. The new designation, approved by Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, modernizes the intercontinental ballistic missile leg of the Nation’s nuclear triad. (U.S. Air Force illustration)

    Department of Defense announces results of Sentinel Nunn-McCurdy Review

    On Jan. 18, 2024, the Air Force notified Congress that the Sentinel program exceeded its baseline cost projections, resulting in a critical breach under the Nunn-McCurdy statute.

  • Minot Air Force Base Honor Guardsmen present the colors during a retirement ceremony at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 3, 2024. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard’s vision is to promote the Air Force mission, preserve their heritage and protect their standards and image. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez)

    Honoring Excellence: A look inside Minot Honor Guard

    The Airmen who comprise the Minot AFB Honor Guard stand out for their dedication to a distinct mission: delivering premier ceremonial honors, inspiring the nation, and representing all Airmen.

  • An Airman pours bourbon over a memorial.

    374 AW, 515 AMOW, JASDF honor the fallen in B-29 Memorial Ceremony

    Airmen from across the 374th Airlift Wing, 515th Air Mobility Operations Wing and Japan Air Self-Defense Force joined representatives from Shizuoka City in remembrance during the annual B-29 Superfortress memorial ceremony on Mt. Shizuhata, Japan, June 29.

  • A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron from Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, flys over Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 20, 2024, in support of a Bomber Task Force mission. Bomber missions contribute to joint force lethality and deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific by demonstrating USAF ability to operate anywhere in the world at any time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jake Jacobsen)

    Airmen and B-1B Lancers return to Ellsworth after completing Bomber Task Force 24-6

    Airmen from the 37th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron returned to Ellsworth AFB June 25, 2024, following the successful completion of BTF 24-6 at Andersen AFB, Guam. This mission, conducted with Allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific, achieved significant milestones in strengthening partnerships and

  • Women basketball players pose for a group photo.

    Defending Freedom on and off the Courts

    Kirtland Defender SrA Makayla Robinson shows how to be true to oneself and continue to grow while serving in the military.

  • A B-52H Stratofortress taxis to the main runway as part of exercise Red Devil Thunder at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., June 27, 2024. A key focus of RDT was gauging quick-taxi procedures conducted by Airmen on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill)

    Team Barksdale executes Exercise Red Devil Thunder 24-3

    2nd Bomb Wing Airmen successfully concluded Exercise Red Devil Thunder 24-3 on June 27, 2024, at Barksdale AFB. RDT is one of many small-scale exercises that provide a training opportunity for aircrew members and maintainers on how to respond to an alert and perform aircraft generation.

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