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

    Senior Airman Trust Tate

  • Airmen guide a munition down a conveyer belt. Minot AFB accomplishes historic first during CAPEX
    Minot AFB accomplishes historic first during CAPEX

    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.

    Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum and Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies

  • A group of Airmen assigned to the 891st Missile Security Forces squadron run in the Mental Health color run at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 30, 2025. The run encourages movement, connection and a healthy lifestyle. 891st MSFS participates in Mental Health Run
    891st MSFS participates in Mental Health Run

    A1C Anthony Ramey

  • A family walks towards the festivities at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 27, 2025. Freedom Fest provided an opportunity for Airmen and their families to connect with the base community and support several local private organizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies) Minot AFB hosts Freedom Fest
    Minot AFB hosts Freedom Fest

    Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies

  • A line of C-300 mobile fuel vehicles are parked at the 5th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oil and lubricant flight’s parking area at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 24, 2025. A C-300 mobile fuel vehicle is capable of carrying 1,200 gallons of fuel and can dispense 80 gallons of fuel per minute. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies) 5LRS petroleum, oil and lubricant flight fuels readiness
    5LRS petroleum, oil and lubricant flight fuels readiness

    Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies

  • Maj. Gen. Michael Drowley looks up at an off-screen B-52H Stratofortress. AFOTEC commander visits Minot AFB
    AFOTEC commander visits Minot AFB

    Senior Airman Trust Tate

  • 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 help give a better idea of the 5BW’s mission and capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies) 5th Bomb Wing facilitates orientation flight for Minot civic leader Ryan Ackerman
    5th Bomb Wing facilitates orientation flight for Minot civic leader Ryan Ackerman

    Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies

  • Team Minot Airmen collaborate with local first responders during a mass casualty exercise outside of Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 17, 2025. Personnel during mass casualty exercises are able to work on rapid communication and response while identifying any strengths and weaknesses in trauma skills, communication, transportation, and casualty management. Team Minot and Local First Responders Join Forces
    Team Minot and Local First Responders Join Forces

    Senior Airman Trust Tate

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)
  • 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)

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

    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.

  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anthony Cruz, 2nd Security Forces Squadron electronic warfare airman, catches a drone during a demonstration at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, September 3, 2024.

    Barksdale Airmen Help Secure New Drone Restrictions Across Louisiana

    Airmen from the 2nd Bomb Wing Judge Advocate’s Office coordinated with Louisiana state representatives to update a law clarifying the unlawful use of unmanned aerial systems.

  • Airmen guide a munition down a conveyer belt.

    Minot AFB accomplishes historic first during Combat Ammunition Production Exercise

    The 5th Munitions Squadron hosted its first Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Minot AFB from June 22-27, marking a significant milestone for AFGSC. The exercise tested 5th Bomb Wing Airmen’s capacity to mass-produce conventional munitions in a simulated wartime scenario—while also

  • black and white photo of the first B-52 coming in for landing

    Another decade of the B-52’s enduring legacy

    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.

  • DAF senior leaders at subcommittee meeting.

    Meink, Allvin, Saltzman outline strategies, priorities necessary to secure the nation

    DAF senior leaders highlighted the recent U.S. strike on Iran as a vivid example for what is possible – but also at risk – unless Congress ensures sufficient, uninterrupted funding for the Air Force and Space Force.

  • Airmen conduct weapons training outside

    21st Air Task Force conducts ART-CL Training

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to 21st Air Task Force conducted military operations in urban environment training during Advanced Ready Training - Contingency Location (ART-CL) training on Fort Dix, New Jersey. ART-CL training prepared the 21st ATF for working in contested environments to increase

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