Dep Sec Def visits Minot AFB

Flightline operations

Crew chiefs and maintenance Airmen work side-by-side to keep the mission going at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Feb. 4, 2015. Crew chiefs conducted several preflight checks prior to Aircraft takeoff while maintenance Airmen busied themselves with minor repairs and inspections. (U.S. Air Force photos

Airman recognized for vehicle accident response

A second lieutenant with Headquarters, Air Force Global Strike Command was recognized here Jan. 29, 2015, for her response to a vehicle accident.Maj. Gen. Clark, Air Force Global Strike Command vice commander, presented 2nd Lt. Brianne Soles, an AFGSC command briefer assigned to the Intelligence

Honoring Etchberger's legacy

Of all the military decorations our nation can bestow, the highest is the Medal of Honor. It is awarded for conspicuous gallantry; for risking one's life in action; for serving above and beyond the call of duty.One such hero gave his life for his men and his country, but the true story of his legacy

All weather defender

Cold, harsh and unforgiving are a few words that describe Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, during the winter months.For those who work outdoors in these conditions, learning to adapt and overcome is just part of the job description. Working outdoors under the cover of night only compounds the

Missile field defenders receive multi-cam uniforms

Security forces Airmen across 20th Air Force began receiving the new Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage Pattern uniform Feb. 2, 2015.The OCP includes cold-weather gear, which provides seven levels of protection against the extreme conditions encountered at northern-tier bases, as well as new duty

Above and beyond for education

The Air Force provides an assortment of tools, incentives, and forms of assistance for Airmen who want to pursue their education - most notably Tuition Assistance, which helps pay for classes while on active duty; and the GI Bill, which can be used after a military member's career or even

Double dock nearing completion

The phase dock under construction has been a Minot Air Force Base landmark for over two years. Construction began in October 2012 - now the dock is approaching completion. With a projected finish date in early spring, it won't be long before the doors open and it starts to see use."Right now we only

Renovation for 91SFG campers

The 91st Security Forces Group recently began refurbishing their campers, used by security forces members to provide security to maintenance teams."It adds to morale because you know going out into the field it's going to be clean for you to sleep in, and it puts you in a better mood," said Senior

Portraits in Courage honors Barksdale Airman

On May 21, 2014, Senior Airman TJ Brantley, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician, deployed from here and assigned to the 466th EOD Flight, operating location bravo, air assaulted into the mountains of Kandahar Providence, in support of US Army forces and Afghan Border