5th Bomb Wing and 2nd Bomb Wing work together for Exercise Prairie/Bayour Vigilance 24-2

An Airman assigned to the 5th Civil Engineer Squadron plows snow on the flight line during the Exercise Prairie Vigilance/Bayou Vigilance 24-2 (PV/BV) at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Jan. 7, 2024. Exercises such as PV/BV enhance skills such as resilience, competitiveness, innovation and process improvement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alyssa Bankston)

5th Bomb Wing and 2nd Bomb Wing work together for Exercise Prairie/Bayour Vigilance 24-2

Two Airmen assigned to the 5th Maintenance Group move hazard cones during Exercise Prairie Vigilance/Bayou Vigilance (PV/BV) 24-2 at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Jan. 5, 2024. Exercises such as PV/BV ensure Team Minot Airmen stay proficient in a variety of key operational skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Evan Lichtenhan)

91st Missile Wing celebrates Women's History Month

Female Airmen from the 791st Missile Security Forces Squadron pose for a photo at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, March 8, 2024. The first Presidential Proclamation designating Women's History Week was passed in 1980 by President Jimmy Carter. Then, in 1987, the National Women's History Project petitioned to expand the national celebration. As a result, in 1988, Congress and President Ronald Reagan designated the month of March as Women's History Month. This observance celebrates women and their contributions to society. For the women of the military, Women’s History Month is a reminder of the strength and determination their predecessors held. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Caleb S. Kimmell)

Cold Weather Incentive Pay authorized for Team Minot Airmen

Published April 10, 2024
By Senior Airman Caleb S. Kimmell
Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs

MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. --

Taking effect April 1, 2024, Airmen and Guardians assigned to at least a year-long tour at one of seven Air and Space Force bases where temperatures often drop to -20 degrees or colder, are eligible to receive a one-time, lump-sum bonus ranging from $1,000 to $4,000.

The Cold Weather Assignment Incentive Pay, available to all regardless of rank or position, runs through Dec. 31, 2026, and is subject to change, according to a March 29 memo posted by the Department of the Air Force. It is a one-time lump sum, dispersed to Airmen and Guardians upon committing to serve a minimum tour of 12 months, depending upon the qualifying location.

Locations that meet this threshold are Minot and Grand Forks Air Force Bases and Cavalier Space Force Station in North Dakota, Clear Space Force Station, Eielson AFB and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska, and Malmstrom AFB, Montana.

Airmen already stationed at these locations are not eligible for the incentive pay, nor will they be reimbursed. Only new, incoming Airmen will receive the bonus.

This payment aims to alleviate the financial strain associated with acquiring specific cold weather necessities, including extreme cold weather gear, all-season and/or snow tires, tire mounts and alignments, engine block heaters, and emergency winter car kits, while also providing additional motivation for assignments.

Cold Weather Assignment Incentive Pay represents a significant step in supporting Team Minot Airmen. By offering financial assistance and additional incentives, the Air Force aims to ensure the well-being and readiness of Airmen and their families stationed at Minot AFB.

To learn more about the program, click the link here.