Feb. 21, 2025 MH-139 completes first IOT&E flight, advancing nuclear security operations The 582nd Helicopter Group achieved a major milestone in its modernization efforts as the MH-139 Grey Wolf completed its first Initial Operational Test and Evaluation flight in support of nuclear security operations on January 28, 2025.
Feb. 20, 2025 B-1s train with US, ROKAF fighter aircraft Two U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers participated in planned bilateral training with Republic of Korea Air Force, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps fighter aircraft in training airspace above South Korea, Feb. 20.
Feb. 19, 2025 B-52H Stratofortress returns from first Bomber Task Force 25-2 sortie A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft assigned to the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron lands after completing its first sortie for the Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment at RAF Fairford, England, Feb. 18, 2025. BTF missions provide valuable training opportunities and reinforce the ability to
Feb. 19, 2025 Air Force Global Strike Command advances warfighter readiness with ongoing initiative AFGSC has partnered with Louisiana State University health Shreveport through the Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training project to identify ways to improve mental and physical endurance for aircrew following research on cognitive and physical demands of aircrew members during B-52
Feb. 19, 2025 Minuteman III test launch showcases readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent A joint team of AFGSC Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III ICBM equipped with a single telemetered joint test assembly re-entry vehicle Feb. 19 at 1 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg SFB, Calif.
Feb. 13, 2025 Bombers arrive in Europe for BTF 25-2 U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers have arrived in Europe as part of a routine Bomber Task Force-Europe deployment, underscoring the U.S.’ shared commitment to regional security and NATO’s collective defense.
Feb. 12, 2025 UNARMED MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH TO SHOWCASE READINESS OF U.S. NUCLEAR FORCE’S SAFE, EFFECTIVE DETERRENT An operational test launch of an Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is scheduled between 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time on Feb. 18 to 5:01 a.m. Pacific Time, Feb. 19, from north Vandenberg.
Feb. 7, 2025 550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations Two UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and an MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron fly back to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in
Feb. 6, 2025 MindGym Launches at Barksdale to Enhance Cognitive Skills and Performance In today’s high-stress military environment, mental strength can make or break an Airman’s performance. Recognizing the need for advanced cognitive training, AFGSC partnered with Lumena Labs Inc to provide each of its bases with an innovative cognitive fitness program designed to offer guided
Feb. 4, 2025 Red Flag 25-1 Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence Red Flag 25-1 takes flight at Nellis Air Force Base uniting U.S. forces with allies from the Royal Air Force and Royal Australian Air Force in a combined exercise to enhance combat readiness and strengthen partnerships.