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Feb. 17, 2026
Connected to Win: Bamboo Eagle Strengthens Allied Decision-Making

Exercise Bamboo Eagle 26-1, the U.S. Air Force’s premier large-scale combat exercise, commenced this week to test the very nervous system of joint and coalition airpower. The exercise is designed to stress the people, processes, and technology that link commanders to their forces, ensuring that
Feb. 13, 2026
New AFNWC program office improves efficiency, security for weapons generation facilities

The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center has managed the design and construction of weapons generation facilities for Air Force Global Strike Command since 2016.
Jan. 14, 2026
Air Force Safety Center Announces Unit Risk Forecasting Tool

On January 14, 2026, the Air Force Safety Center announced the Unit Risk Forecasting tool would be available for commanders and unit safety professionals. Unit Risk Forecasting is a machine learning-fueled forecast of squadron risk and the factors influencing increased risk.The Unit Risk Forecasting
Jan. 13, 2026
MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopters complete first operational ICBM convoy security mission

Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron conducted their first operational Minuteman III ICBM convoy Jan. 8, marking an important milestone in the modernization of AFGSC’s nuclear security operations.
Jan. 5, 2026
The Air Force Safety Center at 30

In 2026, the Air Force Safety Center will commemorate its 30th anniversary, celebrating three decades of safeguarding the Department of the Air Force. Established on January 1, 1996, at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico, the center's core mission is to increase combat power through risk management, training
Dec. 29, 2025
Virtual Flag: Coalition enhances global partnerships, interoperability, and readiness

The Virtual Flag: Coalition 26-1 exercise, hosted annually by the 705th Combat Training Squadron, also known as the Distributed Mission Operations Center, at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, serves as a cornerstone of U.S. and allied forces' readiness, interoperability, and mission command
Dec. 19, 2025
From Homeless to the Flightline: A1C Barrett's Story of Never Quitting

In this December Airman's Story, A1C Barrett never gave up in his pursuit of becoming the best version of himself he could be, no matter what trials he faced.
Dec. 15, 2025
Be prepared for a Risky Winter Season

No matter where you live, storms are inevitable. The key to safely weathering them is planning and preparation. One way to prepare is to build an emergency plan for your family and practice it often. Identify responsibilities for each member of your household and work together as a team, and be
Dec. 15, 2025
Be prepared for a Risky Winter Season

No matter where you live, storms are inevitable. The key to safely weathering them is planning and preparation. One way to prepare is to build an emergency plan for your family and practice it often. Identify responsibilities for each member of your household and work together as a team, and be
Dec. 8, 2025
Kirtland Space Force teams participate in national space competition

Three teams comprised of both United States Space Force Guardians and civilian employees from Kirtland Air Force Base competed in the 2025 Guardian Arena, Dec. 8–9 at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida.