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Code change bolsters ICBM security

Airman Luke Bittle, 790th Missile Security Forces Squadron security forces member, mans the turret atop a Humvee during code change at a launch facility in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, June 20, 2017. Defenders are charged with the security of 150 Minuteman III ICBMs and their related infrastructure spread throughout a 9,600 square-mile area across Wyo., Neb., and Colo. Code change ensures the safety, security and effectiveness of America’s ICBM arsenal, which is the bedrock of nuclear deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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Code change bolsters ICBM security

Airman 1st Class Alex Medellin, 90th Missile Maintenance Squadron team member, checks his tools in the utility van during code change at a launch facility in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, June 20, 2017. The maintainers are in charge of effectively gaining access to the launch facility with security forces standing guard ensuring they can perform their mission securely during the code change. Code change ensures the safety, security and effectiveness of America’s ICBM arsenal, which is the bedrock of nuclear deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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Code change bolsters ICBM security

Senior Airman Major Santiago, 90th Missile Maintenance Squadron team chief, reads through the technical order while Airman 1st Class Alex Medellin, 90th MMXS team member, sets up the safety control switch key inside the launch facility during code change in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, June 20, 2017. The SCS key disables the missile from launching to allow the maintainers to work at the site safely. Code change ensures the safety, security and effectiveness of America’s ICBM arsenal, which is the bedrock of nuclear deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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90th MSFS welcomes new commander

Col. John Grimm, 90th Security Forces Group commander, passes the guidon to Lt. Col. Anthony McCarty, 90th Missile Security Forces Squadron commander, during the 90th MSFS change of command ceremony July 6, 2017, as Senior Master Sgt. Rory Peters, 90th MSFS first sergeant, stands in the background on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo. The ceremony signified the transition of command from Lt. Col. James Hughes to McCarty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lan Kim)
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90th CES welcomes new commander

Col. Frank Verdugo, 90th Mission Support Group commander, passes the guidon to Lt. Col. Erin O. Weatherly, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, during the 90th CES change-of-command ceremony June 15, 2017, as Master Sgt. Jeremy Britten, 90th CES first sergeant, stands in the background in the Tech Sgt. Matthew Schwartz Explosive Ordnance Disposal Facility on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo. The ceremony signified the transition of command from Lt. Col Robert C. Lance to Weatherly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lan Kim)
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F.E. Warren’s Armed Forces volleyball champ

1st Lt. Kendra Smith, 319th Missile Squadron deputy combat crew missile commander at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, jumps for a kill in the Armed Forces Volleyball Championship May 18-20 at Naval Station Mayport, Florida. With one loss and winning five straight matches, the All-Air Force women’s volleyball team won the gold medal. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Enlisted December and January Promotion Ceremony

Enlisted Airmen who promoted in December and January pose for a group photo, Jan. 27, 2017, on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo. Each month the Mighty Ninety hosts a ceremony to recognize the promotees from the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lan Kim)
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37th HS trains for real world operations

A 37th Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey journeys to a launch facility for emergency security response training in the F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., missile complex, Dec. 16, 2016. The 90th MW sustains 150 Minuteman III ICBMs, and the associated launch facilities 9,600 square miles across three states. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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37th HS trains for real world operations

Senior Airman Joshua Hudson, 790th Missile Security Forces Squadron tactical response force assaulter, secures a landing site during emergency security response training with the 37th Helicopter Squadron at a launch facility in the F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., missile complex, Dec. 16, 2016. The 37th HS supports the mission of the 90th Missile Wing by providing aerial surveillance and emergency deployments of security response forces throughout the base and missile field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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37th HS trains for real world operations

Staff Sgt. Travis Akerson, 37th Helicopter Squadron flight engineer, guides down a hoist to a training target 50 feet below the helicopter during search and rescue training at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., Dec. 16. 2016. The 37th HS assists local civilian law enforcement with with SAR operations and airlift medical evacuations in Wyoming, Colorado and Nebraska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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37th HS trains for real world operations

Staff Sgt. Travis Akerson, 37th Helicopter Squadron flight engineer, guides down a hoist to a training target 50 feet below the helicopter during search and rescue training at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., Dec. 16. 2016. The 37th HS assists local civilian law enforcement with with SAR operations and airlift medical evacuations in Wyoming, Colorado and Nebraska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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CSAF stands watch with the Mighty Ninety

Staff Sgt. Kurtis Wimberly, 319th Missile Squadron facility manager, provides a tour of the missile alert facility to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein during a familiarization tour at a missile alert facility in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, Dec. 19, 2016. This was Goldfein’s first visit to an ICBM wing as the CSAF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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CSAF stands watch with the Mighty Ninety

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein discusses the fire-team’s ability to provide security to an ICBM launch facility with Airmen from the 90th Missile Security Forces Squadron during a familiarization tour in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, Dec. 19, 2016. The LF portion of his tour provided insight into how the fire-team operates and how maintainers get into the missile silo to perform maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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CSAF stands watch with the Mighty Ninety

First Lt. Ashley Mirsky, 319th Missile Squadron missile combat crew commander explains how all launch control centers communicate with one another to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein during a familiarization tour at a missile alert facility in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, Dec. 19, 2016. The 90th MW contributes to the nation’s strategic defense by sustaining and operating 150 Minuteman III ICBMs and the associated launch facilities which cover 9,600 square miles across three states. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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CSAF stands watch with the Mighty Ninety

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein receives a tour of the launch control center from 1st. Lt. Ashley Mirsky, 319th Missile Squadron missile combat crew commander, and 2nd Lt. Marie Blair, 319th MS deputy missile combat crew commander, during a familiarization tour at a missile alert facility in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, Dec. 19, 2016. When directed by the U.S. President, a properly conducted key turn sends a "launch vote" to any number of Minuteman III ICBMs in a missileer's squadron. Two different launch votes are required to enable a launch. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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CSAF stands watch with the Mighty Ninety

Senior Airman Alexandra Ayub, 90th Force Support Squadron missile chef, explains her job to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein during a familiarization tour at a missile alert facility in the 90th Missile Wing missile complex, Dec. 19, 2016. Ayub is responsible for cooking for all personnel at the missile alert facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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Silent Sentinels: MAF facility manager

Staff Sgt. Benjamin Cestoni, 320th Missile Squadron facility manager, inspects the missile alert facility water pressure system in the F.E. Warren missile complex in Wyoming, Nov. 5, 2016. FMs are charged with ensuring the missile alert facility functions properly by performing daily inspections on the various systems and restocking items like linen and food. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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Silent Sentinels: MAF facility manager

Staff Sgt. Benjamin Cestoni, 320th Missile Squadron facility manager, stands in front of a missile alert facility in the F.E. Warren missile complex in Wyoming, Nov. 5, 2016. The FM position is a four year special duty tour that is open to staff sergeant selects through master sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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SecAF visits F.E. Warren, discusses force improvement efforts

Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James receives a briefing about the UH-1N “Huey” and its contribution to the ICBM mission at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., Dec. 8, 2016. The 37th Helicopter Squadron plays an important role protecting America’s nuclear assets while on missile convoys and patrols in the missile complex. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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SecAF visits F.E. Warren, discusses force improvement efforts

Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James addresses missile combat crews at their pre-departure briefing at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., Dec. 8, 2016. She emphasized that the ICBM mission remains critical and relevant to the nation's strategic defense. The SecAF and Lt. Gen. Jack Weinstein, Deputy Chief of Staff for strategic deterrence and nuclear integration visited Warren to speak directly to Airmen on the front lines of the ICBM mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
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