NTSB preliminary report says B-52 was flying as authorized in near miss at Minot
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —The National Transportation Safety Board preliminary report following a loss-of-separation incident during a July 18, 2025, flyover at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds confirms the Minot AFB B-52 was following its authorized flight path as directed by air traffic control and acted in full compliance with pre-established procedures, flight plans […]
Minot’s Mission Returns to Washington: 14th Annual Task Force 21 Nuclear Triad Symposium
Minot Area Chamber EDC Washington, D.C. – The mission to educate and advocate for Minot and Minot Air Force Base is heading back to the nation’s capital this fall for the 14th Annual Task Force 21 Nuclear Triad Symposium. Set for September 26, 2025, the event will host senior defense leaders, policymakers, and national security […]
Minot North Fighting for Ground
The past week has been a busy one for Minot North athletics, with competition across multiple sports showcasing determination, promising performances, and plenty of reasons for the community to turn out and cheer. From a hard-fought soccer win while down a player to a dominant football opener and solid individual displays on the golf course, […]
Airmen honored in dedicated crew chief ceremony
5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D —The 5th Maintenance Group honored a select group of 18 maintainers during a recent dedicated crew chief (DCC) ceremony recognizing their commitment, expertise and exceptional dedication to their aircraft and mission here, Aug 15, 2025.The DCC program is one of the Air Force’s proudest honors […]
Minot AFB’s Mission to Rebuild Native Ecosystems
At Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota, a collaborative environmental effort has been underway to restore native ecosystems, manage stormwater infrastructure, and protect pollinator populations through the revitalization of wetlands and prairie lands. Restoration of the area began in fall 2023, when native seeds were planted and left to overwinter, a natural process known […]
The Magic (City) of Boxing
It is often said that it takes a village to raise a child. But what if you were trying to raise 2 young men, who both enjoy boxing, and just happen to live in Minot, North Dakota, not exactly the mecca of boxing by any means.There have been a couple of boxing legends that hailed […]
Minot AFB’s Doggy Dive Brings Tails, Treats, and Tons of Smiles
Dogs ruled the deck at Minot Air Force Base’s outdoor pool on Wednesday August 20th,2025 as families from across the installation came together for the annual Doggy Dive. It was a positively joyful event that let our four-legged companions take center stage before the pool closes for the season. Hosted by the 5th Force Support […]
North Tennis and Golf Teams Show Growth Through Early Season Challenges
The Minot North boys’ tennis and girls’golf teams have been putting in strong efforts this season, battling tough competition while continuing to develop their young rosters. Both programs have faced a mix of successes and setbacks, but the determination of the athletes is clear. On the tennis courts, the Sentinels have gone head-to-head with some […]
Minot AFB 5/6 Hosts Fishing Tournament at Lake Darling
The Minot Air Force Base 5/6 organization reeled in a successful day on the water with its first-ever fishing tournament August 16, drawing in competitive anglers from across the base for a chance at cash, prizes, and bragging rights. Held at scenic Lake Darling, the event saw spirited participation and some impressive catches. Team Warbitsky […]
Recharge, Reflect and Explore: A call to Airmen to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Airman 1st Class Vincent Padilla, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. – It was 1883 when Theodore Roosevelt landed in the Dakota Territory from New York to hunt bison; a hunting excursion that would forever transform his life and alter the course of our nation. “I would not have been president […]