The 5th Bomb Wing Command Team would like to congratulate the 5th Security Forces Squadron (5 SFS) on being the Northern Sentry Squadron of the Month.

The 5 SFS holds the Air Force’s most mission-critical security units, entrusted with responsibilities that impact both national defense and local community safety. Coming off their Nuclear Surety Inspection, the 5 SFS, stood alone, being named Air Force Global Strikes “Best in Command” and receiving the highest Nuclear Surety rating in 5 years.

The 5 SFS integrated and trained 50 Defenders from Barksdale AFB for USSTRATCOM’s GLOBAL THUNDER exercise. Defenders were posted for 24-hour operations spanning 7-days while coordinating with 2 Numbered Air Forces and 8 base agencies.

Completing 15+ convoys allowing seamless generation of B-52 aircrafts. Simultaneously the 5 SFS supported decentralized operations on undisclosed airfield.

Finally, the 5th Bomb Wing and 91st Missile Wing leadership recognized the 5 SFS for their swift intervention in stopping an impaired bus driver. An action that protected and potentially saved the lives of 41 military children.
From safeguarding strategic weapons to strengthening community trust, the 5th Security Forces Squadron embodies the Defender ethos- firm, focused, and always ready to protect both the mission and the people they serve.