JULY 6, 2026 - Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink visited Minot Air Force Base to see the dual missions of the 5th Bomb Wing and 91st Missile Wing, June 29, 2026. During his visit, Secretary Meink saw firsthand the many ongoing readiness and modernization efforts and heard from teams across the base carrying it out. “There is no base quite like Minot, hosting two … [Read more...]

JULY 3, 2026 — Across the flight line at Moody Air Force Base, rows of aircraft bear the unmistakable shark teeth that have become synonymous with the Flying Tigers. More than a striking paint scheme, the iconic design represents a legacy of courage, innovation and combat excellence that has endured for generations. On July 4, 1942, as Americans celebrated Independence Day, … [Read more...]

JULY 3, 2026 - Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink visited Ellsworth Air Force Base June 30-July 1 to receive updates on the 28th Bomb Wing’s B-1B Lancer operations and the ongoing preparations to onboard the B-21 Raider. During the visit, Meink heard details on an array of topics ranging from the status of B-1B activities to construction of numerous facilities … [Read more...]

JULY 2, 2026 - Let’s cut the noise. This July 4, as we celebrate 250 years of American freedom, remember that our combat readiness doesn't stop at the base gate. Freedom isn't free, and our nation's defense rests on each one of you being ready for the fight. We can't afford to lose a single Airman or Guardian to a preventable mistake, especially during a time of … [Read more...]

JULY 1, 2026 - Aircraft, crews and support personnel from across the Americas converged at Cerro Moreno Air Base in Antofagasta, Chile, for the kickoff of Exercise Resolute Sentinel - Salitre 2026, June 28. This year marks the fifth iteration of the multinational air combat exercise hosted by the Chilean Air Force. The two-week exercise reinforces a hemispherewide effort to … [Read more...]