July 30, 2025 Kirtland Medics in Action: Strengthening Interagency Collaboration The 377th Medical Group from Kirtland Air Force Base joined forces with the New Mexico Veterans Affairs (NMVA) to take part in a large-scale military medical exercise on July 30, simulating the transfer of wounded troops from overseas to U.S. care facilities.
July 25, 2025 Enhanced Use Lease Spurs Growth with First Business Opening at MaxQ@Kirtland The continued development of MaxQ@Kirtland, a project made possible through an Enhanced Use Lease agreement, marks a significant step in Kirtland Air Force Base’s commitment to driving local economic growth and strengthening community ties.
July 24, 2025 Kirtland Inspector General Team Reaffirms Oath The 377th Air Base Wing Inspector General team reaffirmed their commitment to service on July 22, when they were sworn in by Col. Justin Secrest, 377th Air Base Wing and installation commander.
July 21, 2025 Innovation in Action: Kirtland Commander Brings Kinderspot Child Care App Full Circle When Lt. Col. Jacque Vasta walks through Kirtland’s Child Development Center (CDC) or spots a flyer for Kinderspot in base lodging, it’s more than just another innovation on display, it’s personal.
July 17, 2025 Kirtland Airman earns national powerlifting title, breaks eight state records, and eyes international stage After a year of recovery from knee surgery, Senior Airman Bianca Mendoza not only secured a coveted National Powerlifting Title but also shattered an astonishing eight New Mexico state records and will represent the United States in the upcoming Military World Championships in the United Kingdom.
July 16, 2025 Kirtland Air Force Base reaffirms community partnership, highlights mission priorities and Quality-of-life initiatives At the invitation of the chairman, U.S. Air Force Colonel Justin Secrest, newly appointed commander of the 377th Air Base Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base, addressed the New Mexico State Legislature’s Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee, July 15. The meeting, held at the University of New
July 15, 2025 24th HS Welcomes New Commander The Commander of the 58th Operations Group, Col. Lane Cook, transferred command of the 24th Helicopter Squadron from Lt. Col. Frank Cumbie to Lt. Col. John Nep during a change of command ceremony at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, July 9, 2025.
July 11, 2025 Full Circle of Service: Lt. Col. Juan Cabrera Reflects on Year Leading Kirtland’s Security Forces For Lt. Col. Juan Cabrera, returning to Kirtland Air Force Base to serve as commander of the 377th Security Forces Squadron was more than a professional milestone. It was a homecoming.
July 3, 2025 Inside Kirtland Air Force Base’s Special Warfare Pipeline While Kirtland Air Force Base is recognized for its extensive research, development and testing missions, it also hosts units that train, develop and educate Air Force special operators.
July 3, 2025 Angels in the Air: 36th Rescue Squadron Airmen Answer the Call in Cliffside Rescue On a windy Saturday afternoon, June 21, a call for help pierced through the air. A teenage boy had fallen down a steep cliff near Riverview Bible Camp in Cusick, Washington. The terrain was brutal, strewn with rocks and imposing pine trees, and every second counted.A 36th Rescue Squadron crew was