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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
July 1, 2025
Space Systems Command Pioneers Space Innovation at Kirtland

Space Systems Command, Detachment 1 at Kirtland Air Force Base, continues to advance the nation’s space capabilities, driving innovation and accelerating technologies critical to U.S. security in orbit.
July 1, 2025
Col. Justin Secrest assumes command of the 377th ABW

Col. Justin Secrest assumed command of the 377th Air Base Wing from Col. Michael Power during a change of command ceremony at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., July 1, 2025.
June 27, 2025
Space Regulatory Bootcamp ignites careers, demystifies cosmic laws

The Association of Commercial Space Professionals (ACSP) concluded its 2025 Space Regulatory Bootcamp this week, leaving attendees empowered and ready to tackle the complexities of the burgeoning commercial space sector. Held at Q Station, a hub for collaboration near Kirtland Air Force Base, the
June 27, 2025
VBS brings an Alaskan adventure to the families of Team Kirtland

The Kirtland Chapel hosted its annual Vacation Bible School June 16–20, welcoming children from pre-K to middle school for a week of faith, fun and adventure.
June 26, 2025
Leading by Example: Kirtland Instructor Achievements

Three combat arms instructors from the 377th Weapons Systems Security Squadron were coined for recent outstanding accomplishments that enhanced mission capability across the installation.
June 26, 2025
Kirtland Honors Retiree Volunteer of the Year

The Kirtland Retiree Activities Office recognized retired U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Mark Werner as the 2024 Retiree Activities Office Volunteer of the Year.
June 24, 2025
Kirtland AFB Celebrates Opening of New Fire Station 3

Leaders and community members gathered June 13 to celebrate the grand opening of Fire Station 3, a new $9.2 million facility designed to enhance emergency response capabilities at Kirtland Air Force Base and in the surrounding community.

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