• Balikatan 2026: 317th AW, 25th ID perform HIRAIN in Itbayat, Philippines

    For the first time ever, the 317th Airlift Wing and the 25th Infantry Division landed and rapidly offloaded a U.S. Army M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System on Itbayat Island, conducting a rapid, dry fire exercise in support of Exercise Balikatan 2026, Philippines, April 13, 2026. Balikatan is

  • Palace Chase offers Airmen path from active duty to Reserve service

    Airmen considering a transition from active-duty service have an option to continue serving while pursuing opportunities outside the military through the Palace Chase program. Palace Chase allows eligible Airmen to request early release from active duty and transfer to the Air Force Reserve, where

  • 7th MDG, Hardin-Simmons University partnership strengthens readiness

    Airmen from the 7th Medical Group partnered with physical therapy students and staff from Hardin-Simmons University for a day of shared training and collaboration at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 10, 2026. Through hands-on assessments, participants worked together to analyze movement, identify

  • 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