Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

Honorary commanders from Dyess and Goodfellow Air Force Base assemble Joint Direct Attack Munitions with assistance from the 7th Munitions Squadron, during a tour at Dyess AFB, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. The Dyess Honorary Commander program is an executive-level program intended to educate community members who have limited knowledge of the Air Force and Dyess to foster public support for the base and its Airmen and families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Leon Redfern)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

Mrs. Janelle O’Connell, 7th Health Care Operations Squadron honorary commander, looks through night vision goggles during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. The Dyess Honorary Commander program enhances civilian understanding of Dyess AFB and promotes collaboration with local leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Leon Redfern)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Benjamin Meadows, 317th Operational Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment craftsman , teaches Dyess and Goodfellow Air Force Base honorary commanders how to pack parachutes during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. The Dyess Honorary Commander program is an executive-level program intended to educate civic leaders who have limited knowledge of the Air Force and Dyess to foster public support for the base and its Airmen and families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Leon Redfern)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

Honorary commanders from Goodfellow Air Force Base assemble a Joint Direct Attack Munition with assistance from 7th Munitions Squadron Airmen, during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. Dyess AFB hosted the Goodfellow honorary commanders to provide them with a hands-on experience showcasing some of Dyess’ operational missions sets and the capabilities of our Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Leon Redfern)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

U.S Air Force Maj. Desiree Morgan, 7th Comptroller Squadron commander, and Master Sgt. Eric Whipple, 7th CPTS senior enlisted leader, pose for a photo with Mr. Amit Bhakta, 7th CPTS honorary commander, after assembling a Joint Direct Attack Munition during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. The Dyess Honorary Commander program strengthens local civic leaders understanding of the Air Force and defense missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

Mrs. Donna Long-Wolfer, 28th Bomber Generation Squadron honorary commander, builds a Joint Direct Attack Munition with assistance from the 7th Munitions Squadron during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. The Dyess Honorary Commander program also serves as a forum for commanders and civic leaders to exchange ideas on issues impacting military and civilian communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

Mr. Mark Pulley, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron honorary commander, learns how to properly use an inflatable flotation device during a water survival demonstration at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. Dyess hosted a tour for Dyess and Goodfellow honorary commanders providing insight into base operations and fostering partnerships between military and local communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

U.S. Air Force Col. Seth Spanier, 7th Bomb Wing commander, greets Mr. Randy Burchell, 7th Equipment Maintenance Squadron honorary commander, during a tour at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 6, 2025. The Dyess Honorary Commander program introduces civic leaders to the Dyess mission, the U.S. Air Force, and the U.S. Department of Defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Caleb Schellenberg)

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Building Bombs, Protecting Pilots: Honorary Commanders Learn About Dyess Missions

Published Aug. 8, 2025
By Airman Caleb Schellenberg, Staff Sgt. Leon Redfern
7 Bomb Wing Public Affairs

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --