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Precision in Motion: 90th Missile Wing Sucessfully Executes Unarmed Minuteman III Test Launch

377th Test and Evaluation Group missile operators conduct mission operations at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 18, 2025. The 377 TEG, the nation’s only dedicated intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test organization, oversaw an operational test launch of an Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile. Fired at 1 a.m. Pacific Time on Feb. 19, 2025, the missile traveled approximately 4,200 miles at speeds up to 15,000 miles per hour before impacting in the Pacific Ocean.
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MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH SHOWCASES READINESS OF U.S. NUCLEAR FORCE’S SAFE, EFFECTIVE DETERRENT

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test at 1 a.m. Pacific Time, Feb. 19, 2025, from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. ICBM test launches demonstrate the readiness, reliability and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear deterrent, ensuring national security in an era of strategic competition. This routine test validates the accuracy and performance of the weapons systems. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)
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MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH SHOWCASES READINESS OF U.S. NUCLEAR FORCE’S SAFE, EFFECTIVE DETERRENT

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test at 1:00 a.m. Pacific Time 19 Feb., 2025, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. ICBM test launches demonstrate that the U.S. ICBM fleet is ready, reliable and effective in leveraging dominance in an era of strategic competition. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)
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250125-F-HE787-3486

Airman 1st Class Class Levi Phillips, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron Horizontal Repair Shop pavements and construction equipment journeyman, drives a front end loader to clear snow from a parking lot in 15-degree Fahrenheit weather at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 25, 2025. The 90 CES Horizontal Repair Shop, also known as the 'Dirt Boyz’, operates heavy equipment to clear snow from roads and key infrastructure, ensuring base personnel safety and maintaining access to critical facilities to support the 90th Missile Wing's nuclear deterrence mission despite severe winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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250125-F-HE787-9466

Airman 1st Class Colin Seaver, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron Horizontal Repair Shop pavements and construction equipment journeyman, drives a dump truck snow plow to clear snow from a road at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 25, 2025. The 90 CES Horizontal Repair Shop, also known as the 'Dirt Boyz’, operates heavy equipment to clear snow from roads and key infrastructure, ensuring base personnel safety and maintaining access to critical facilities to support the 90th Missile Wing's nuclear deterrence mission despite severe winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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250125-F-HE787-7914

A road before 90th Civil Engineer Horizontal Repair Shop Airmen cleared snow from it at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 25, 2025. From early morning hours to late at night, the 90 CES Horizontal Repair Shop, also known as the ‘Dirt Boyz’, work tirelessly to clear hazardous winter conditions, ensuring maintainers, security forces, and essential personnel can safely reach the missile field to sustain 24/7 operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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250125-F-HE787-6490

A road after 90th Civil Engineer Horizontal Repair Shop Airmen cleared snow from it at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 25, 2025. The 90 CES Horizontal Repair Shop, also known as the 'Dirt Boyz’, operates heavy equipment to clear snow from roads and key infrastructure, ensuring base personnel safety and maintaining access to critical facilities to support the 90th Missile Wing's nuclear deterrence mission despite severe winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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90th Civil Engineer Squadron Horizontal Repair Shop ‘Dirt Boyz’ pose for a group photo at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 25, 2025. The Dirt Boyz operate heavy equipment to clear snow from roads and key infrastructure, ensuring base personnel safety and maintaining access to critical facilities to support the 90th Missile Wing's nuclear deterrence mission despite severe winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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250125-F-HE787-2587

Airman 1st Class Levi Phillips, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron Horizontal Repair Shop pavements and construction equipment journeyman, poses for a photo infront of a front end loader at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, Jan. 25, 2025. The 90 CES Horizontal Repair Shop, also known as the ‘Dirt Boyz’, removes snow from base roads and key infrastructure, ensuring unimpeded access to missile alert facilities and launch control centers that support the 90th Missile Wing’s nuclear deterrence mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael A. Richmond)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and an MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron fly back to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Senior Airman Collin Childs, 550th Helicopter Squadron flight engineer, performs post-flight checks on an MH-139A Grey Wolf at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. As an FE, Childs plays a critical role in mission success, managing in-flight systems, monitoring aircraft performance, and assisting the pilots with navigation and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron lands at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. The Huey is a versatile light-lift utility helicopter designed to support a wide range of missions. Its primary roles include transporting emergency security forces, providing security and surveillance for off-base nuclear weapons convoys, and conducting distinguished visitor airlifts. Beyond these core functions, the Huey is also used for disaster response, search and rescue, medical evacuations, airborne cable inspections, aircrew survival training support, aerial testing and routine transport to missile sites. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

An MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron prepares to land at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron prepare to land at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron prepare to land at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two UH-1N Huey helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron and an MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron fly back to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025, after an MH-139 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

An MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron performs an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission over Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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550th Helicopter Squadron begins MH-139A initial operational tests and evaluations

Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 550th Helicopter Squadron perform an Initial Operational Test and Evaluation mission over Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., Jan. 28, 2025. IOT&E is a critical phase in the development and fielding of new military systems. It's a rigorous testing and evaluation process that assesses the system's operational effectiveness, suitability and survivability in a realistic and operational environment. Three MH-139 IOT&E flights took place during the week of Jan. 27, 2025, demonstrating the aircraft’s capabilities. One test evaluated the aircraft’s ability to support a convoy, assessing communication systems and general convoy support operations. The other two tests focused on emergency response, specifically launch facility recapture and recovery - measuring response times from idle to airborne. The helicopters responded to a simulated threat with a full tactical response force loadout and onboard weapons. Congress mandates IOT&E to ensure the aircraft can successfully perform its assigned missions, as well as to provide evidence confirming the MH-139 can seamlessly assume the UH-1N Huey’s mission without any lapse in capability. Once IOT&E is complete, a report will be compiled to inform the 550th Helicopter Squadron and Air Force Global Strike Command of the aircraft’s performance. At that point, AFGSC can formally assign the nuclear security mission to the MH-139, allowing the UH-1N Huey to be retired from duty at Malmstrom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mary Bowers)
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Medically and Mission Ready

Tech. Sgt. Christina Swope, 90th Medical Group medical laboratory scientist, sorts through a tray of viles at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. The biomedical laboratory is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)
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Medically and Mission Ready

Maj. Julie Carpenter, 90th Medical Group pharmacy flight commander, organizes pill bottles at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Jan. 28, 2025. Pharmacy is one of the 13 Air Force Specialty Codes within the Biomedical Science Corps, which is responsible for ensuring the care of military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)
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