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Global Strike Challenge is the world's premier Bomber, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, Helicopter Operations and Security Forces competition featuring units from Air Force Global Strike Command, Air Combat Command, Air Force Reserve Command and the Air National Guard.

AFGSC names 2023 Global Strike Challenge winners

STORIES ACROSS THE COMMAND

Airmen from the 2nd Munitions Squadron attach bomb lug extenders and hardback assembly onto a BLU-109 bomb body during the Global Strike Challenge Sep. 7, 2023 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. Approximately 450 Airmen from four major commands train for and compete in challenges against the best of the other units with similar aircrew and maintenance missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seth Watson)

2nd Munitions Squadron - Global Strike Challenge 2023

Airmen from the 2nd Munitions Squadron install fuses into the tails of BLU-109 bomb bodies during the Global Strike Challenge Sep. 7, 2023 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. Each GSC team was evaluated on their performance in events that require teamwork, efficiency, and innovative thinking.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Seth Watson)

2nd Munitions Squadron - Global Strike Challenge 2023

28th Munition Squadron efforts solidify Ellis Giant Sword Trophy Win

28th Munition Squadron efforts solidify Ellis Giant Sword Trophy Win

37th Bomb Squadron brings home Mitchell Trophy

37th Bomb Squadron brings home Mitchell Trophy

Airmen from Ellsworth Air Force Base pose with the Ellis Giant Sword trophy at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Nov. 8, 2023.

Ellsworth weapons load team contributes to title of best bomber maintenance team at Global Strike Challenge 2023

A weapons load team from the 34th and 37th aircraft maintenance units pose with their leadership following a coin ceremony at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, Nov. 22, 2023.

Ellsworth weapons load team contributes to title of best bomber maintenance team at Global Strike Challenge 2023

Global Strike Challenge

Ellsworth named best bomb wing, garners Fairchild Trophy

Missileers cheering

Mighty Ninety earns seven Global Strike Challenge trophies

Maintenance commander cheering his troops on

Mighty Ninety earns seven Global Strike Challenge trophies

Mighty Ninety cheering on their competitors

Mighty Ninety earns seven Global Strike Challenge trophies

Senior Airman Jonathan Schermerhorn, Maintainer in the 90th Munitions Squadron, works on a trainer warhead during the 2023 Global Strike Challenge, August 17, 2023, in the Weapon Storage Area on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. The indoor portion of the challenge required a five-member team to assemble a trainer warhead as fast and accurately as possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Post)

90 Muns competes in bi-annual Global Strike Challenge

Staff Sgt. Zachary Martini, Maintainer/ Airmen in the 90th Munitions Squadron, secures a barrel to a fork lift for transportation during the 2023 Global Strike Challenge, August 17, 2023, in the Weapon Storage Area on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. Part of the challenge required a four-member team to compete pushups, run and move three separate barrels for a timed score. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Post)

90 Muns competes in bi-annual Global Strike Challenge

Kirtland Air Force Base’s Security Forces Global Strike team poses for a photo at Barksdale Air Force Base, L.A., Nov. 8, 2023. Global Strike Challenge is the world's premier bomber, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, helicopter operations and security forces competition with units from Air Force Global Strike Command, Air Combat Command, Air Force Reserve Command and the Air National Guard. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

Team Kirtland makes their mark at Global Strike Challenge 2023

A large group photo of uniformed Air Force personnel who are celebrating by holding a large trophy up.

Malmstrom reigns with fifth back-to-back win in 2023 Global Strike Challenge

Airmen, assigned to the 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, inspect the intake of a B-52H Stratofortress engine during the Global Strike Challenge at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 4, 2023. Each of the B-52H Stratofortress’ eight engines can produce up to 17,000 pounds of thrust. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

5 AMXS competes in 2023 Global Strike Challenge

Senior Airman Dawson Holien (left), 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Randy Davis, 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron maintenance apprentice, inspect the engine of a B-52H Stratofortress during the Global Strike Challenge at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 4, 2023. The Global Strike Challenge is the world’s premier bomber competition that includes units from Air Force Global Strike Command, Air Combat Command, Air Force Reserve Command, and the Air National Guard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

5 AMXS competes in 2023 Global Strike Challenge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Randy Davis, 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron maintenance apprentice, moves a ladder during the Global Strike Challenge at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 4, 2023. Davis performed a series of maintenance checks on a B-52H Stratofortress while competing in the Global Strike Challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

5 AMXS competes in 2023 Global Strike Challenge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Randy Davis, 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron maintenance apprentice, gives hand signals to his team during the Global Strike Challenge at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 4, 2023. Davis directed his team during the precision towing portion of the Global Strike Challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

5 AMXS competes in 2023 Global Strike Challenge

Senior Airman Antonio Mutt, 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons loader, moves an inert precision guided munition at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 3, 2023. Mutt and his team competed in the Global Strike Challenge to test performance and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)

5 AMXS competes in 2023 Global Strike Challenge

Global Strike Challenge 2023 Fact Sheet

Global Strike Challenge 2023 Heritage Fact Sheet

Global Strike Challenge 2023 Team Trophies Fact Sheet

Global Strike Challenge 2023 Trophy Names and Explanations

Staff Sgt. Zachary Martini, Maintainer/ Airmen in the 90th Munitions Squadron, secures a barrel to a fork lift for transportation during the 2023 Global Strike Challenge, August 17, 2023, in the Weapon Storage Area on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. Part of the challenge required a four-member team to compete pushups, run and move three separate barrels for a timed score. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Post)
Airman 1st Class Noah China, 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons loader, cranks a lever at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 3, 2023. China helped his team transport weapons systems and load them onto a B-52H Stratofortress during the Global Strike Challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)
Senior Airman Luke Valera, Maintainer in the 90th Munitions Squadron, screws a part into a trainer warhead during the 2023 Global Strike Challenge, August 17, 2023, in the Weapon Storage Area on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. The indoor portion of the challenge required a five-member team to assemble a trainer warhead as fast and accurately as possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Post)
Airman 1st Class Noah China (left) and Senior Airman Ariana Fernandez, 5th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons loaders, position an inert precision guided munition for loading onto a B-52H Stratofortress during the Global Strike Challenge at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Aug. 3, 2023. The Global Strike Challenge fosters esprit de corps through rigorous competition and teamwork amongst the units that participate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kyle Wilson)
Five Airmen assigned to the 90th Munitions Squadron pose for a photo during the 2023 Global Strike Challenge, August 17, 2023, in the Weapon Storage Area on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. The Global Strike Challenge is a bi-annual competition between Airmen and units across Air Force Global Strike Command to foster teamwork and critical thinking. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sarah Post)