Photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller | Space Launch Delta 30 | 01.25.2026
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink 17-20 mission flies through the air after launching from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2026. As one of only two major strategic space launch bases in the United States, Vandenberg SFB plays a pivotal role in supporting national security objectives. (U.S. Space Force photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller)...
Photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller | Space Launch Delta 30 | 01.25.2026
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink 17-20 mission flies through the air after launching from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2026. As a vital hub for space access and advanced air and space testing, Vandenberg SFB plays a critical role in strengthening America’s national security through Assured Access To Space (AATS). (U.S. Space Force photo......
Photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller | Space Launch Delta 30 | 01.25.2026
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink 17-20 mission launches from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2026. The Starlink 17-20 mission marked the fifth launch and test mission from Vandenberg SFB in 2026. (U.S. Space Force photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller)...
Photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller | Space Launch Delta 30 | 01.25.2026
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Starlink 17-20 mission launches from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 25, 2026. The Starlink 17-20 mission deployed 25 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. (U.S. Space Force photo by 2nd Lt. Andrew Taller)...
Photo by Staff Sgt. Daekwon Stith | Space Launch Delta 30 | 01.21.2026
Space Launch Delta 30 members pose for a group photo after receiving awards at the 3rd and 4th quarter award ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 21, 2026. The award ceremony recognized the work ethic and excellence of individuals and teams within the Delta. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sergeant Daekwon Stith)...
Photo by Brandon Kalloo Sanes | Space Training and Readiness Command | 01.20.2026
U.S. Space Force Guardians and instructors pose for a group photo following the Captain’s Leadership Course kickoff ceremony held in partnership with Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, Jan. 20, 2026. The inaugural cohort includes 24 students, with follow-on classes expected to grow as the program expands later this year. (U.S. Space Force photo by Brandon Kalloo Sanes)...
Photo by Brandon Kalloo Sanes | Space Training and Readiness Command | 01.20.2026
U.S. Space Force Col. Alison Gonzalez presents the command guidon to Lt. Col. Johann Pambianchi during an assumption of command ceremony for Space Delta 13 Detachment 2 at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, Jan. 20, 2026. Detachment 2 executes the Captain’s Leadership Course which began today in partnership with the university. (U.S. Space Force photo by Brandon Kalloo Sanes)...
Photo by Brandon Kalloo Sanes | Space Training and Readiness Command | 01.20.2026
Glenn Hegar, chancellor of The Texas A&M University Systems, addresses attendees during the Captain’s Leadership Course kickoff ceremony in College Station, Texas, Jan. 20, 2026. University leaders emphasized Texas A&M’s role in supporting Space Training and Readiness Command’s development mission. (U.S. Space Force photo by Brandon Kalloo Sanes)...
