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Nov. 30, 2023
Team Minot keeps jets flying in the snow

Crew chiefs perform pre-flight procedures on a B-52H Stratofortress at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Nov. 27, 2023. The 5th Bomb Wing Airmen work in all-weather conditions to provide the B-52H global strike capabilities at a moments notice.
July 25, 2023
5th Civil Engineer Squadron Air Park

Airmen from the 5th Civil Engineer Squadron pose for a group picture at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, July 20, 2023. Senior Airman Anthony McCray, 5th CES pavements and construction equipment, describes their work for the project as “getting it all together where it needs to be”. (Air Force
June 30, 2023
Agile Combat Employment teaches Minot Civil Engineering Airmen survival skills

On June 15, 2023, Airmen from the 5th Civil Engineering Squadron participated in a unique training concept, transitioning from computer-based training to a 12-hour hands-on outdoor classroom environment. They learned lifesaving skills such as finding food, water, and shelter in the wilderness. The
Dec. 11, 2020
Minot’s Heroes behind the Mask

As COVID-19 restrictions reach into the ninth month, operations at Minot Air Force Base have not stopped due to the diligent and innovative efforts of the 5th Medical Group. Throughout 2020, the medical team and augmentees have met the challenges of COVID head on, allowing Team Minot to meet the
Sept. 9, 2016
Minot AFB Annual Fuel Spill Exercise

5th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters begin training during a fuel spill exercise at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Sept. 8, 2016. The exercise simulated a fuel truck spilling 6,000 gallons of fuel after its rear end got damaged, which was part of the annual training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman