USAF Units of Action: Air Task Forces defined, first locations announced

The Department of the Air Force identified six locations May 15, to host experimental Air Task Forces that will test new methods to generate more efficient, integrated deployable Units of Action.

Dyess Airmen recognized for Max Endurance Operation

In recognition of their extraordinary achievement during a historic Max Endurance Operation (MEO), 19 Dyess personnel were awarded Aerial Achievement Medals by Col. Thomas Lankford, 317th Airlift Wing commander, on May 10, 2024.

Dyess celebrates Military Spouse Appreciation Day 2024

317th AW executes Hazard Spear, supports Balikatan 24 with accelerated mission sets

Following the completion of the first Maximum Endurance Operation (MEO) with external fuel tanks, the 317th Airlift Wing continues to showcase tactical airlift capabilities for operating across vast distances and into remote islands during their two-week exercise, Hazard Spear.

AGE brings the power to BTF 24-2

7th MDG exhibits innovative advancements during Hazard Spear

The 7th Medical Group (MDG) showcased significant advancements in aeromedical operations during Hazard Spear, a multi-mission exercise conducted by the 317th Airlift Wing. This marked the first operationalization of Starlink, a high-speed satellite internet system, within Air Force Global Strike

U.S. Air Force B-1B bombers conclude Bomber Task Force 24-2

During the month-long deployment, which kicked off March 24 the B-1Bs and supporting personnel conducted several missions to train alongside Allies and partners across the European region, including the Czech Republic, Greece, Türkiye, and the U.K.

Dedicated to troubleshooting: Transition from maintenance to aircrew

A feeling of nostalgia and surprise hits the new weapons system officer his first time launching a B-1B Lancer as he recalls the routine operational checks he used to perform in the same seat.Beginning at Dyess in 2011 as a young Airman, Capt. Joshua “Menace” Cover enlisted as an electronic warfare

317th AW completes first C-130J Max Endurance Operation with external fuel tanks

On April 20, 2024, the 317th Airlift Wing made history within the Air Mobility Command by completing the first Max Endurance Operation (MEO) with a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft equipped with external fuel tanks. This operation, named Hazard Leap, showcased the wing's extended range capabilities

Eighth Air Force Command Team visits Dyess

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Jason Armagost, Eighth Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center commander and Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, Eighth Air Force command chief and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center senior enlisted leader visited Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 16, 2024.