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April 3, 2025
Gen. Bussiere Thanks Minot AFB Airmen for ‘Astounding’ Teamwork

Gen. Thomas Bussiere, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Aiello, the command chief of AFGSC, visited Minot Air Force Base to personally thank Airmen March 27 and 28, 2025.Bussiere emphasized the strategic importance of the everyday mission at Minot AFB, noting
March 18, 2025
U.S. Bombers Complete Latest European Bomber Task Force 25-2 Deployment

After weeks of dynamic training and integration across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, four U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers and aircrews completed Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment operations and returned to Minot AFB, March 17.
Nov. 20, 2024
New B-52 engine cover prototype testing protects Minot’s bomber fleet

AFGSC pilots and maintainers have secured new B-52 Stratofortress engine covers that prevent icing in extreme cold thanks to support from STRIKEWERX and the AFGSC Office of the Chief Scientist.
July 9, 2024
Optometry Airmen care for Team Minot in the blink of an eye

5th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron optometry technicians work to help Airmen at Minot Air Force Base. Optometry specialists are trained to prescribe and fit lenses that will improve a patient’s vision as well as treat various eye diseases and disorders.
Aug. 25, 2023
‘The Mighty Eighth’ and J-GSOC welcomes new commander

The Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center welcomed Maj. Gen. Jason Armagost as the 57th commander of the historic unit during a ceremony on Barksdale AFB, La., August 25th, 2023.