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March 18, 2025
U.S. Bombers Complete Latest European Bomber Task Force 25-2 Deployment

After weeks of dynamic training and integration across Europe, Africa and the Middle East, four U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers and aircrews completed Bomber Task Force 25-2 deployment operations and returned to Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, March 17.
March 11, 2025
Ellsworth bombers underscore as strategic assets following the completion of BTF 25-1

Long-range B-1B Lancers, assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, landed at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota, March 7, 2025, following the completion of Bomber Task Force 25-1 from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.
Feb. 24, 2025
5th Civil Engineer Squadron takes on winter chill

5th Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration specialist perform maintenance around Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Feb. 19, 2025. These specialists are responsible for the installation, maintenance and operation of HVAC/R systems and equipment necessary
Feb. 19, 2025
Air Force Global Strike Command advances warfighter readiness with ongoing initiative

AFGSC has partnered with Louisiana State University health Shreveport through the Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training project to identify ways to improve mental and physical endurance for aircrew following research on cognitive and physical demands of aircrew members during B-52
Feb. 13, 2025
Bombers arrive in Europe for BTF 25-2

U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers have arrived in Europe as part of a routine Bomber Task Force-Europe deployment, underscoring the U.S.’ shared commitment to regional security and NATO’s collective defense.
Feb. 4, 2025
Red Flag 25-1 Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence

Red Flag 25-1 takes flight at Nellis Air Force Base uniting U.S. forces with allies from the Royal Air Force and Royal Australian Air Force in a combined exercise to enhance combat readiness and strengthen partnerships.
Jan. 15, 2025
U.S., Japan and Republic of Korea forces conduct trilateral flight

Fighter aircraft from Japan & the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, Jan. 15, 2025.
Dec. 6, 2024
Newsweek’s Unconventional host flies in America’s fastest bomber

Newsweek's Unconventional host Naveed Jamali soared through the skies of South Dakota to film an episode of the military highlighting series, Oct. 20-25.
Dec. 2, 2024
Temporary Grand Forks AFB B-1 Bed Down Approved

The environmental assessment and legal review are complete, officially paving the way for the temporary movement of 17 B-1B Lancers and 800 Airmen from Ellsworth AFB, S.D., to Grand Forks AFB, N.D., beginning in December 2024.
Nov. 22, 2024
Stealth bombers land precision strike against Houthi militia

On Oct. 16, B-2 Spirit long-range bombers from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, conducted precision strikes against five hardened underground weapons storage locations in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

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