October Squadron of the Month-23rd Bomber Generation Squadron
The 5th Bomb Wing Command team would like to congratulate the 23rd Bomber Generation Squadron (23 BGS) on being selected as October’s Squadron of the Month. The 23 BGS returned from their Bomber Task Force (BTF) mission in Guam, in support of Exercise RESOLUTE FORCE PACIFIC. The Barons strengthened deterrence, fostered interoperability, maintained readiness and […]
A Sense Of Urgency – Task Force 21 Nuclear Triad Symposium
For Task Force 21 the recent Nuclear Triad Symposium would be their 14th, and although the message has always been one of “Sustaining Strategic Deterrence” the 2025 Symposium also addressed in depth “Modernizing the Nuclear Triad for a Changing World.” Because Minot Air Force Base supports 2 legs of the Nuclear Triad, that being the […]
Minot AFB Gears Up for Winter with Annual “Snow Rodeo”
On September 19, the 5th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) Pavement and Equipment section, known as the “Dirt Boys,” hosted the annual Snow Rodeo, a spirited and practical competition designed to showcase the skill and readiness of Minot AFB’s snow removal teams ahead of the harsh winter season. The Snow Rodeo wasn’t just a fun competition. […]
Minot AFB modernizes fleet with up-armored Ford F-350sfor enhanced security
Senior Airman Alyssa Bankston, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —Minot Air Force Base will receive up-armored Ford F-350 patrol trucks over the next two years as part of a phased replacement of its Humvees and BearCats. The transition marks a modernization effort aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency and sustainability for […]
One Word To Describe AFA Conference…Amazing
My goal in coming to the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) convention and conference was to learn and experience what is happening with our Air Force, and our Air Force Base. After less than 24 hours at the AFA conference, held on the historic banks of the Potomac River in Oxon Hill, Maryland, I […]
OPERATION Valhalla Strike sharpens 891st MSFS defenders’ readiness
Senior Airman Kendra A. Ransum, Minot Air Force Base Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — “Eight! Nine! One!” shouts Chief Master Sgt. Christopher Klein, 891st Missile Security Forces Squadron’s (891MSFS) senior enlisted leader. “HELL YEAH!” shouted back over 200 voices, defenders’ gear at the Airmen’s feet, ready to tackle the day. That rallying […]
Warbird Week strengthens lethality across the 5th Bomb Wing
Airman 1st Class Anthony Ramey, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. —The 5th Bomb Wing (5BW) wrapped up Warbird Week, a regularly scheduled exercise, which challenges Airmen to operate under demanding conditions. From Sept. 2-8, units across the 5BW faced a series of scenarios designed to assess their ability to generate […]
Team Minot Connects with Community on Future of Sentinel ICBM
Senior Airman Trust Tate, 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, N.D. — Air Force officials from Air Force Global Strike Command and Minot Air Force Base conducted a public town hall on August 26, 2025 at Minot State University to discuss details with the community on the transition process from the Minuteman […]
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 […]
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 […]