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June 29, 2026
7th Bomb Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert "Ripper" Sturgill Jr. took the helm of the 7th Bomb Wing during a change of command ceremony, June 26, 2026, marking a new chapter of leadership for the Air Force's premier conventional bomber wing. Sturgill, who most recently served as the commander of the 509th
June 29, 2026
Dyess showcases conventional, future-force missions to emerging AFGSC leaders

Dyess AFB hosted more than 40 participants from five distinct Air Force Global Strike Command professional development programs for a comprehensive mission immersion June 10-12. The three-day visit brought together enlisted, officer, and civilian leaders from the Striker Titan, Trailblazer, Intern,
June 29, 2026
AFMEDCOM initiates 4th inter-command transfer

The Air Force Medical Command began its fourth inter-command transfer June 29, 2026, realigning medical Airmen currently under Air Force Global Strike Command to the 359th Medical Wing, Medical Readiness Command-Alpha.
June 23, 2026
21st AEW connects with international communities

Airmen assigned to the 21st Air Expeditionary Wing participated in a joint humanitarian assistance mission with the Philippine Air Force supported 250 villagers through the distribution of aid, enhancing multinational interoperability and fostering enduring community relationships.
June 23, 2026
21st Air Task Force evolves into Air Expeditionary Wing

Operating at the forefront of the U.S. Air Force’s deployment evolution, the 21st Air Task Force officially transitioned into an Air Expeditionary Wing to project airpower and integrate combat support during Exercise Balikatan 2026, April 6 to May 8.
June 10, 2026
Dyess Prime BEEF Airmen test expeditionary combat skills during capture-the-flag exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron conducted a Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force (BEEF) training exercise at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 5, 2026. The exercise incorporated tactical movement, radio communications, and simulated combat to strengthen the readiness of the
June 10, 2026
Bridging Divides and Building Airmen: 307th BW Airman brings change to Dyess AFB

Tech. Sgt. Onesimo Gonzales knew he was in trouble as soon as he walked through the door. Its creaky hinges gave the Airman away and 12 U.S. Marines all turned their heads at once, their piercing glares cutting right through him. The 489th Bomb Group maintainer had come after receiving an email
June 9, 2026
Dyess AFB Welcomes Goodfellow AFB Honorary Commanders

Goodfellow Air Force Base's honorary commanders receive a tour on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 317th Airlift Wing, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 29, 2026. Designed to broaden their understanding of the Air Force, the incentive flight exposed Goodfellow’s honorary commanders to
May 28, 2026
Balikatan 2026: 21st AEW leadership meets with Air Logistics Command leadership

U.S. Air Force 21st Air Expeditionary Wing leadership meets with Philippine Air Force Maj. Gen. Dennis Estrella, Air Logistics Command commander, during a subject-matter expert exchange at Clark Air Base, Philippines, May 8, 2026.
May 28, 2026
Balikatan 2026: Allied forces strengthen airfield repair readiness through SME exchange

U.S. Air Force leadership assigned to the 21st Air Expeditionary Wing met with Philippine Air Force Col. Reynaldo Gabinete, 355th Aviation Engineer Wing commander, and members of the Japanese Self-Defense Force to strengthen collaboration through subject-matter expert exchanges.