The 91st Missile Wing, through their extraordinary and exemplary support of the U.S. Strategic Command’s (USSTRATCOM) strategic deterrence mission, has been awarded the 2019 Omaha Trophy for the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) category.

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The wife and son of former B-52G Stratofortress tail gunner, Lee Persing, visited Minot Air Force Base, Sept. 18 – 20. Robbin Persing and her son, Brennan, both experienced a unique opportunity when they visited up close the aircraft that left such a profound impression in the life of Lee. He had served with the 69th Bomb Squadron in the late 1980s, at Loring AFB, Maine. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kristoffer Kaubisch)


A glimpse of the past: Minot hosts 69th BS tail gunner family

The wife and son of former B-52G Stratofortress tail gunner, Lee Persing, visited Minot Air Force Base, Sept. 18 – 20. Robbin Persing and her son, Brennan, both experienced a unique opportunity when they visited up close the aircraft that left such a profound impression in the life of Lee. He had served with the 69th Bomb Squadron in the late 1980s, at Loring AFB, Maine. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kristoffer Kaubisch)

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Airmen assigned to the 5th Munitions Squadron compete in the 5th Maintenance Group’s inaugural Mission Generation Competition at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 17, 2024. This event aimed to demonstrate and evaluate proficiencies by incorporating urgency and fostering spirited competition among various units.
Airmen assigned to the 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron compete in the 5th Maintenance Group’s inaugural Mission Generation Competition at Minot Air Force, North Dakota, July 17, 2024. The competition consisted of changing a jet tire, assembling guided munitions, and attaching munitions to a B-52H Stratofortress.
U.S. Air Force Airman Moises Martinez (left) and Staff Sgt. Dylan Lindgren, 69th Bomb Squadron load crew members, attach guided munitions to a B-52H Stratofortress during the 5th Maintenance Group’s inaugural Mission Generation Competition at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 17, 2024. The Airmen competed to determine which team could safely accomplish assigned tasks in the shortest amount of time.
Airmen cheer from the stands for their team during the 5th Maintenance Group’s inaugural Mission Generation Competition at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 17, 2024. The competition consisted of changing a jet tire, assembling guided munitions, and attaching munitions to a B-52H Stratofortress.
Airmen assigned to the 5th Munitions Squadron compete in the 5th Maintenance Group’s inaugural Mission Generation Competition at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 17, 2024. The competition tested their speed, safety, accuracy, and teamwork.
Members of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) arrive at the 5th Bomb Wing headquarters during a base visit at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 10, 2024. The DNFSB is an independent organization chartered with the responsibility of providing recommendations and advice to the President and the Secretary of Energy regarding public health and safety issues at defense nuclear facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)
U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing commander, speaks with members of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) during a base visit at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 10, 2024. The DNFSB reviews and evaluates the content and implementation of the standards relating to the design, construction, and operation of defense nuclear facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)
U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing commander (right), speaks to Thomas Summers, Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) vice chairman, during a base visit at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 10, 2024. The visit provided an opportunity for Summers and other DNFSB members to gain a deeper understanding of Team Minot’s nuclear deterrence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)
U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing commander, provides a welcome briefing to members of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) during a base visit at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 10, 2024. The mission of the DNFSB is to provide independent analysis, advice, and recommendations to the President and Secretary of Energy regarding defense nuclear facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kyle Wilson)
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)
Minot Air Force Base Honor Guardsmen await their cue to 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)
Minot Air Force Base Honor Guardsmen display the colors during the national anthem at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, June 28, 2024. The Minot AFB Honor Guard serves a distinct mission under unique conditions from performing military honors around North Dakota to presenting colors on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez)