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Thunderbirds visit Dyess to ensure airshow success

A F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" taxis on the flightline to complete a site survey for the upcoming airshow at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 15, 2024. The airshow is one example of Dyess’ commitment to maintaining its strong

Innovation Takes Flight: 509th Bomb Wing Inspires the Next Generation of STEM Talent

As the world navigates complex geopolitical landscapes and technological challenges, the United States Air Force is calling for a new generation of thinkers and innovators to help secure the nation's future. At a recent science, technology, engineering, and mathematics event held with California

Airman Nominated For Red Cross “Life Saving Award”

Airmen of all ranks and career fields are required to complete many training courses throughout their career in the U.S. Air Force, some of which may feel monotonous, or irrelevant to a certain AFSC. However, Airman 1st Class Mohammad Ghazi found himself in a situation that exemplifies why all

Headquartered at Barksdale Air Force Base in the communities of Bossier City and Shreveport, La., Eighth Air Force is one of two active-duty numbered air forces in Air Force Global Strike Command.

graphic of the Eighth Air Force shield

The Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operation Center's mission is to conduct indefinite strategic deterrence operations; on order neutralize the enemy through global strike in order to protect the United States of America.

An agile, back-to-basics command; bridging to the future and ready to fight tonight!

Live our Air Force Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, Excellence in All we do

Ensure our "Big-3 Missions": Strategic Deterrence, Global Strike, Expeditionary Readiness

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Senior Defense Department Officials Brief Pentagon Reporters

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April 19, 2018 | 30:31

Chief Pentagon spokesperson Dana W. White and Joint Staff Director Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. brief reporters at the Pentagon, April 19, 2018.