Story by Airman 1st Class Trust Tate | Minot Air Force Base | 03.19.2025
Before aircrews embark on their missions, one critical group ensures their life support equipment is in top condition. In the event of an emergency during the flight, the Aircrew Flight Equipment flight ensures all gear is fully operational, which boosts the likelihood of Airmen returning safely to their families....
Story by Airman 1st Class Trust Tate | Minot Air Force Base | 03.18.2025
BTF missions highlight the United States’ commitment to NATO’s united defense and regional stability. They demonstrate readiness and adaptability through joint operations. These missions are designed to enhance NATO security, integrate U.S. and Allied efforts, and maintain credible deterrence....
Story by Airman 1st Class Trust Tate | Minot Air Force Base | 03.18.2025
Long ago, blacksmiths forged the tools of war, bending metal to their will. Today, the Airmen of the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron Fabrication Flight carry the torch of tradition by executing strength in the skies....
Story by Airman 1st Class Luis Gomez | Minot Air Force Base | 02.28.2025
Deployed from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, they are a critical force behind Bomber Task Force 25-2, ensuring that B-52H Stratofortress bombers remain armed and ready at Royal Air Force Fairford, England....
Story by Airman 1st Class Wesley Davies | Minot Air Force Base | 02.12.2025
When all factors are considered, the total economic impact of Minot Air Force Base on the city of Minot reaches more than $651,000,000 annually. This economic output reflects not only the direct contributions of military and civilian payroll but also the broader effects of construction, service contracts, procurements, and indirect job creation. Minot AFB’s influence stretches across almost......
Story by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston | Minot Air Force Base | 01.15.2025
U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Wayne Sharp, 5BW command chief, hosted their first all-calls of 2025 here, Jan. 14-15....
Story by Staff Sgt. Shelby Thurman | Air Force Global Strike Command | 11.20.2024
AFGSC pilots and maintainers have secured new B-52 Stratofortress engine covers that prevent icing in extreme cold thanks to support from STRIKEWERX and the AFGSC Office of the Chief Scientist....
Story by Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston | Minot Air Force Base | 07.30.2024
U.S Air Force Col. Jesse Lamarand, 5th Bomb Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Wayne Sharp, 5th BW command chief, hosted their first all-calls as the new 5th BW command team here, July 30-31....
