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  • U.S. Strategic Command opens exercise Global Thunder 26

    U.S. Strategic Command opened its annual nuclear command and control exercise, Global Thunder 26, here Oct. 21, 2025.Global Thunder 26 engages warfighters across the nuclear enterprise, including USSTRATCOM components and subordinate units. Its purpose is to support peace through strength and

  • Dyess Airman Death

    Airman 1st Class Adam Bartkoski, a structural apprentice from the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron, was found dead off base on Aug. 17, 2025.“Losing a member of our team is tragedy,” said Col. Seth Spanier, Commander of the 7th Bomb Wing. “This is when it’s most important that we come together to support

  • Dyess Airman Death

    An Airman assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, died following an off-duty motorcycle accident outside of the local area on Sept. 21, 2024. “Losing a member of our Air Force family is an immense sorrow for all of us,” said Col. Samuel Friend, Deputy Commander of the 7th Bomb Wing. “We are

  • Dyess Airman Death

    An Airman assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, died following an off-duty car accident outside of the local area on Nov. 26, 2023.

  • 9th Bomb Squadron Commander Removed

    The 9th Bomb Squadron commander was removed from his leadership position on September 18, 2023, due to a loss of confidence in his ability to complete the assigned duties.New leadership is necessary to ensure good order and discipline and continued high performance within the organization. To

  • SCHEDULED BASE EXERCISE

    A base exercise is scheduled to take place at Dyess Air Force Base tomorrow, Wednesday, June 29.During the exercise there will be an increased security forces and first responder presence on and around Dyess Air Force Base. There is a potential during the exercise for delays in regular day-to-day

  • Memorial service to be held for Dyess Airman

    A memorial service is to be held in honor of Senior Airman Lawrence Ross at 10 a.m. on October 23, 2015, at the base theater here.The memorial will be private, open only to base personnel and the family and friends of Ross.Service dress is requested though not required.1st Lt. Woodrow Peatt has been

  • TORQUE 62 Memorial to be held for Dyess Airmen

    A TORQUE 62 (pronounced "six two") Memorial is to be held in honor of Capt. Jordan Pierson, Capt. Jonathan "JJ" Golden, Staff Sgt. Ryan Hammond, and Senior Airman Quinn Johnson-Harris at 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Abilene Civic Center Thursday.The TORQUE 62 Memorial will be open to the public and begin

  • Child injury reported at Dyess

    The 7th Bomb Wing and the Air Force Office of Special Investigations are assisting the Abilene Police Department in the investigation of a child injury on Dyess AFB and will continue to do so. "Our first concern is the physical and mental health and well-being of those involved in this incident, as

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  • Global Strike top leaders visit Dyess AFB

    Air Force Global Strike Command senior leaders met with the Airmen who deliver Dyess Air Force Base’s B-1 Lancer combat capabilities while preparing for the beddown of the B-21 Raider during a base visit, March 30-April 1, 2026.Gen. S.L. Davis, commander of AFGSC, and Chief Master Sgt. Shawn M.

  • 7th MXG drives readiness gains through AFREP success

    At Dyess Air Force Base, Airmen assigned to the 7th Maintenance Group are turning innovation into mission through the Air Force Repair Enhancement Program. AFREP enables maintainers to repair parts that would otherwise be discarded, returning critical components to the supply system and improving

  • Dyess inducts new staff sergeants into NCO corps

    Dyess Air Force Base recognized Airmen stepping into the noncommissioned officer corps during an NCO Induction Ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their Air Force careers.The ceremony represents a commitment to increased responsibility, mentorship and upholding the standards of the NCO

  • Dyess welcomes new chief master sergeants

    U.S. Air Force chief master sergeant selectees recite the Chief’s Charge during a Chief Master Sergeant Induction Ceremony in Abilene, Texas, March 28, 2026. Seven Airmen were formally inducted, marking their transition into the highest enlisted tier and their expanded responsibilities as senior

  • Dyess AFB kicks off Month of the Military Child

    U.S. Air Force Col. Seth Spanier, 7th Bomb Wing and installation commander, signs the 2026 Month of the Military Child proclamation at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 2, 2026. Each year, the Department of War joins national, state, and local government, schools, military service organizations,

  • Dyess AFB proclaims April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

    Leaders from the 7th Bomb Wing signed a proclamation April 1, 2026, designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Stallsworth, 7th BW deputy commander, signed the proclamation . Attendees were invited to add their signatures in support of preventing sexual assault and

  • 7th BW Information Protection Office emphasizes financial readiness

    Financial readiness is a critical component of mission readiness, and how Airmen navigate financial challenges can directly impact their security clearance. According to the 7th Bomb Wing Information Protection Office, financial concerns were the top factor in clearance issues last year.

  • 7th Munitions Squadron sharpens their edge

    Following a recent Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) load using a Launcher Load Frame, Airmen from the 7th Munitions Squadron gained valuable experience employing the system, helping improve efficiency and configuration times on the flightline.