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June 20, 2025
Communications upgrades prepare C-130Js for contested environments

The 317th Airlift Wing is testing advanced communications hardware for certification on C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, enhancing situational awareness and command connectivity for future missions.
June 16, 2025
7th EMS multiplies combat readiness with cold spray capability

Following the stand-up of the Cold Spray Repair Development Center in 2024, the 7th Equipment Maintenance Squadron is regularly using the innovative system to keep the B-1B Lancer’s mission-ready at Dyess Air Force Base.
June 12, 2025
Honorary commander connection provides unique training opportunity for Dyess Airmen

The honorary commander program at Dyess Air Force Base continues to forge strong bonds and foster valuable partnerships that are mutually beneficial between the base and the local community. A recent example highlights how these community connections can address critical needs and enhance training
June 11, 2025
DHN Central MTFs lead the charge in patient safety, quality care

Four Defense Health Network Central military medical treatment facilities achieved flawless results – “no findings” – during their recent Joint Commission surveys, underscoring the Military Health System’s unwavering commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous improvement.
June 11, 2025
B-1 Veterans return to the Home of the BONE

Retired U.S. Air Force personnel gather for a group photo during the B-1 Reunion at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 8, 2025. Dyess AFB hosted a reunion with the B-1 Bomber Association to celebrate 40 years of B-1 operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
June 11, 2025
Bright minds unite: 7th CES, ABI collaborate on airfield lighting

Members of the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron discuss electrical components of airfield lights during a knowledge exchange at the Abilene Regional Airport, June 6, 2025. This partnership strengthens the 7th CES electrical team's ability to maintain safe and reliable airfield operations. (U.S. Air
June 11, 2025
C-130J brings its capabilities to the AOR

U.S. Air Force pilots assigned to the 40th Airlift Squadron conduct preflight checks on a C-130J within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 6, 2025. The 40th AS mission includes transporting personnel, equipment, and supplies and supporting humanitarian and contingency operations
June 5, 2025
B-1B Lancer: 40 striking years

June 2025 marks the 40th anniversary of B-1B Lancer at Dyess AFB. The multi-mission B-1, carrying the largest conventional payload of both guided and unguided weapons in the Air Force, is the backbone of America's long-range bomber force, rapidly delivering massive quantities of precision and
June 5, 2025
436th TRS auditorium named ‘Apocalypse Hall’ after fallen World War II veterans

The front row of the 436th Training Squadron auditorium is filled from left to right with family members of Airmen who were shot down in the B-24J Liberator “Apocalypse” flight on December 1, 1943, losing their lives for their country. With calm smiles and clasped hands, the families awaited the
May 27, 2025
Making history and logging hours: B-1B WSO reaches 5,000 flying hours

This month, the 345th Bomb Squadron commander and an electronic weapons systems officer crossed the 5,000 flying hour threshold in the B-1B Lancer at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, one of only a handful of people to ever reach the mark.