Aug. 8, 2025 Kirtland officer selected for elite Air Force marathon team When it comes to readiness and resilience, Maj. Lechtenberg doesn’t just talk the talk—he runs the miles. This September, he’ll represent Team Kirtland at one of the Air Force’s most competitive events: the Air Force Marathon at Wright-Patterson AFB. Held annually at Wright-Patterson, the Air Force
Aug. 7, 2025 Kirtland Fitness Center Launches Revamped Classes to Build Stronger, Mission-Ready Airmen In an effort to elevate military fitness and strengthen the warrior ethos, the Kirtland Fitness Center has revamped its group exercise classes to better meet the physical and mental demands of today’s joint force.
Aug. 7, 2025 20 AF reactivates ICBM Center of Excellence, completes inaugural Instructor Qualification Course 20th AF achieved a significant milestone in June with the successful execution of the 1st Instructor Qualification Course under the newly re-established ICBM Center of Excellence (ICE). Held from June 2-6, the course marked a pivotal moment in enhancing instructional standards across the ICBM
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.