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Strategic Integration and Deterrence Take Center Stage in Bamboo Eagle

U.S. Airmen from the 552d Training Support Squadron, Tinker Air Force Base, Okla., and 81st Air Control Squadron, Tyndall AFB, Fla., participate in exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 at the 705th Combat Training Squadron’s Distributed Mission Operations Center, on Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Feb. 11, 2025. BE 25-1 is a large scale live-fly, virtual and constructive exercise, designed to employ command and control through rapid reaction, coordination, and integration of weapon systems in a combat-representative environment, generating combat air power while moving and sustaining the expeditionary air base in a dynamic environment across approximately 7.7 million square miles. (Photo was cropped to focus on subjects.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Deb Henley)

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Strategic Integration and Deterrence Take Center Stage in Bamboo Eagle

United States Air Force Airmen participates in exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 at the 705th Combat Training Squadron’s Distributed Mission Operations Center, on Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Feb. 11, 2025. BE 25-1 is a large scale live-fly, virtual and constructive exercise, designed to employ command and control through rapid reaction, coordination, and integration of weapon systems in a combat-representative environment, generating combat air power while moving and sustaining the expeditionary air base in a dynamic environment across approximately 7.7 million square miles. (Photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Deb Henley)

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Strategic Integration and Deterrence Take Center Stage in Bamboo Eagle

A United States Air Force MQ-9 pilot virtually participates in exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 at the 705th Combat Training Squadron’s Distributed Mission Operations Center, on Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Feb. 11, 2025. Exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 executed live-fly operations in the eastern Pacific and a simultaneous 24-hour live, virtual, and constructive rolling scenarios, tackling issues involving distributed command and control, communications degradation, logistics and sustainment challenges, and tyranny of distance. (Photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Deb Henley)

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U.S. Air Force Defenders engage with students during a Police Week outreach event at Kirtland Air Force Base

U.S. Air Force Defenders engage with students during a Police Week outreach event at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., May 9, 2025. The event gave children a hands-on opportunity to learn about law enforcement roles and responsibilities while building positive relationships with Security Forces members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donnell Schroeter)

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Members of Team Kirtland take aim during the Police Week shooting competition at Kirtland Air Force Base, May 20. During the competition, Airmen utilized the M4 rifle and competed against each other in a shooting match. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Kanar)

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Airmen participate in the Police Week Ruck March at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., May 19. The march honored fallen law enforcement officers and recognized the sacrifices of Security Forces members across the Department of the Air Force. Police Week events are held annually to commemorate National Police Week and foster esprit de corps within the defender community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donnell Schroeter)

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An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test at 12:01 Pacific Time May 21, 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. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Elora J. McCutcheon)

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An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time May 21, 2025, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. ICMB 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. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla)

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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 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time, May 21, 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 Senior Airman Kadielle Shaw)

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23rd FTS Coast Guard Grads

23rd FTS Coast Guard Grads

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23rd FTS Coast Guard Grads

23rd FTS Coast Guard Grads

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23rd FTS Coast Guard Grads

23rd FTS Coast Guard Grads

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Kirtland honors legacy of Lt. Gen. Marquez

A plaque honoring U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Leo Marquez is displayed at Marquez Park on Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 16, 2025. The plaque was rededicated during a ceremony recognizing Marquez’s legacy and contributions to Air Force logistics and maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jennifer Knope)

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Kirtland honors legacy of Lt. Gen. Marquez

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Power, 377th Air Base Wing and Installation commander, delivers opening remarks during the Marquez Park plaque rededication ceremony at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 16, 2025. The plaque was rededicated during a ceremony recognizing Marquez's legacy as a transformative leader in Air Force logistics and maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jennifer Knope)

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Kirtland AFB Child Development Center Renovation Closure Leads to Support for Other Bases

While one of Kirtland Air Force Base's two Child Development Centers (CDC) underwent renovations, the base leveraged the opportunity to support other installations facing childcare shortages. Personnel from Kirtland's CDC volunteered to assist programs at Edwards Air Force Base in California and Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico, ensuring continuity of care for military families.

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Civil Air Patrol at Kirtland: service, skills, and a legacy of leadership

Civil Air Patrol Cadets at Kirtland during their open house event

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Civil Air Patrol at Kirtland: service, skills, and a legacy of leadership

Civil Air Patrol Cadets at Kirtland during their open house event

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Civil Air Patrol at Kirtland: service, skills, and a legacy of leadership

Col. Michael Power, 377th Air Base Wing and Installation commander, speaks with the Civil Air Patrol cadets on Kirtland Air Force Base on May 1. Col. Power spoke about his career, the base, the future of the Air force and the important role that CAP has and on the Air Force.

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Air Show Crowd

Air Show Crowd

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Judy Gentz, center, stands beside a memorial display honoring her son, Capt. Joel Gentz, April 23, at the Pararescue Schoolhouse’s heritage museum on Kirtland Air Force Base

Judy Gentz, center, stands beside a memorial display honoring her son, Capt. Joel Gentz, April 23, at the Pararescue Schoolhouse’s heritage museum on Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M. The display, known as “Joel’s Box,” commemorates Capt. Gentz’s life and sacrifice after he was killed in action during a mission in Afghanistan on June 22, 2010. The memorial, surrounded by family, friends and members of the pararescue community, marks the enduring legacy of Capt. Gentz’s service and will serve as a source of inspiration for future generations of Pararescue Jumpers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mr. Allen Winston)

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