BTF 26-1: 9th EBS B-1B Lancers arrive in Japan

A Bomber Task Force deployment of U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers, Airmen and support equipment from the 7th Bomb Wing, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, arrived at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 17, 2025, to support Pacific Air Forces’ training efforts with Allies, partners, and joint forces and strategic

9th BS deploys to Misawa AB in support of Bomber Task Force mission to the Pacific

Death Strike 25-03 tests 7th BW with largest munitions push in years

The 7th Munitions Squadron and the 28th Bomber Generation Squadron conducted a large-scale munitions exercise Sept. 22–25 as part of Death Strike 25-03, a quarterly training event held by the munitions squadron that tests rapid generation, movement and loading procedures required for wartime

Bomber Task Force Europe wraps up 2 weeks of Ally-led training and integration

USAF B-1B Lancers completed their deployment in support of Bomber Task Force Europe & returned to Dyess AFB Aug. 22 after participating in two weeks of Allied-led training events designed to advance joint warfighting capability, strengthen cooperation, & improve how US & Allied forces operate

B-1B Lancer conducts hot pit refuel at Lajes Field

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 345th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron stopped for a hot-pit refuel while supporting a Bomber Task Force Europe mission at Lajes Field, Azores, Aug. 22, 2025. Hot-pit refueling allows aircraft to stay in the air longer, providing fuel to the fight and

U.S., Allied aircraft sharpen readiness in Norway

Three USAF B-1B Lancer bombers assigned to the 345th EBS deployed in support of Bomber Task Force Europe at Ørland, Norway, Aug. 12. The bombers, assigned to Dyess AFB, deployed with a total force integration team composed of roughly 30% active-duty & 70% Reserve Airmen under the command of the

U.S., Allied aircraft fly together over Riga, Latvia – demonstrate readiness and unity

USAF B-1B Lancer aircraft & Allied fighter jets flew in formation over the Monument of Freedom in Riga, Latvia, Aug. 19, 2025, as part of BTF Europe, demonstrating NATO air forces’ ability to operate together anywhere, anytime. The US B-1B Lancer flew in formation with 2 Hungarian & Swedish Air

Honorary commanders visit Dyess AFB, explore munitions and pilot safety operations

Honorary commanders from the 17th Training Wing at Goodfellow Air Force Base visited Dyess Air Force Base, August 6, 2025. The 7th Bomb Wing welcomed community leaders and influencers for the 3rd Quarter Honorary Commander Civic Leader Event, offering an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the

21st ATF sharpens mission readiness at exercise BE 25-3

The 21st Air Task Force participated in exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-3, July 31st to August 9th at Camp Robinson, Arkansas.BE 25-3 is a U.S. Air Force Warfare Center exercise and the final component of the Department of the Air Force’s Department-Level Exercise series. The 10-day exercise, spanning

Dyess B-1s arrive in Norway for Bomber Task Force Europe

US Air Force B-1B Lancer aircraft deployed from Dyess AFB, & arrived at Ørland Air Base, Norway, on Aug. 9, 2025, to begin Ally-led training operations as part of the latest Bomber Task Force Europe. The deployment empowers US Air Force aircrews to refine tactics, increase flexibility & strengthen