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Nuclear deterrence is our Nation's #1 priority mission. The nuclear deterrent underwrites every U.S. military operation on the globe, it is the backstop and foundation of our national defense and that of our allies. Come behind the scenes for part 1 of our multi-episode ICBM Modernization Series and meet the Airmen who make the mission possible by being ALWAYS ready to provide long-range precision strike… Anytime and anywhere! Watch live now! https://lnkd.in/e8P-gFrN United States Strategic Command | United States Air Force | United States Space Force | Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center | 20th Air Force | 2d Audiovisual Squadron

Since 1947, United States Air Force Airmen have been answering our Nation’s call to Fly, Fight, and Win. As Guardians of freedom and justice, we will continue to be our Nation’s Sword and Shield, its Sentry and Avenger. We will continue to be Wingmen, Leaders, and Warriors. And we will always put integrity first, service before ourselves, and have excellence in all we do. Aim High, Airmen! #FlyFightWin | United States Strategic Command | Eighth Air Force | 20th Air Force

Today Twentieth Air Force held a commander's call to recognize several of our outstanding Airmen! 🎉 On behalf of the commander and command chief, we would like to congratulate: 🌟 Sentinels of the Month 🌟 TSgt Joseph Calalo - Enlisted Category Col. Troy Stauter - Officer Category Ms. Erin Young - Civilian Category 🌟 Quarterly Award Winners 🌟 TSgt Daniel "Fruit Cup" Vehslage - NCO Category MSgt Aubrey Toney - SNCO Category Capt. Travis Farris - CGO Category Mr. Scott Pate - Civilian Cat II A4/5 Facilities Team - Professional Team Category 🌟 Special Recognition 🌟 Mr. Robert Grooms - Recognized for his instrumental work revectoring maintenance priorities within Wing Operations Centers.

Last week, Malmstrom’s EOD Airmen formed "Task Force Heat" to take on their third iteration of exercise Big Trouble in Little Townsend. Joined by eight additional Airmen across the United States Air Force, the team set out to take down the simulated terrorist organization, dismantle its drone army and capture its leaders. The team worked for four days and five nights to launch daring raids, ambushes and intel missions. With every mission were pre-planned challenges set forth for them: booby-trapped buildings, ambushes in the dead of night and the constant threat of simulated explosives. Sleep was a luxury, but teamwork and grit kept the squad moving forward. In their final showdown, "Task Force Heat" disabled a simulated weapon of mass destruction, fought through simulated traps and explosives, and faced and defeated their adversary in a last stand. Through this successful collaboration, Malmstrom's EOD Airmen and their teammates proved they were not only ready to take on exercise Big Trouble in Little Townsend, but that they are prepared for a real-world response should it be needed. 📸 - A1C Jack Rodriguez Air Force Global Strike Command | United States Strategic Command

🏆🎉 The 20 AF commander and command chief would like to congratulate our Sentinels of the Month from Malmstrom Air Force Base! 🎉🏆 Civilian: Mrs. Sabrina Hilburn Enlisted: SMSgt Shelia Perez Rivera Officer: Capt Tyler Selfridge

🎉 Minuteman III Turns 55! 🎉 On 19 August 1970, Strategic Air Command placed the first flight of 10 Minuteman III ICBMs on alert at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota. Those missiles were assigned to the 741st Strategic Missile Squadron. This was the byproduct of the US Air Force’s nine-year Minuteman Force Modernization Program governing the replacement of all deployed Minuteman I (A and B) ICBMs with either Minuteman II or Minuteman III missiles. The Air Force determined to replace the arsenal of Minuteman I ICBMs at the 91st Strategic Missile Wing with the military branch’s latest weapon system, Minuteman III.   The Minuteman III was the first US ICBM designed with the Multiple Independently targetable Re-entry Vehicle capability, or MIRV. This configuration allowed individual targeting upon release for each of the weapon’s three warheads.

The 582nd Helicopter Group completed Initial Operational Test & Evaluation for the MH-139A Grey Wolf on June 27, marking a major milestone in Twentieth Air Force’s efforts to modernize its helicopter fleet in support of nuclear security operations. “This milestone reflects the dedication and professionalism of our aircrews, maintainers and mission partners,” said Col. Bryant Bevan, 582 HG commander. “The MH-139 brings increased speed, range, and survivability to our mission set and enhances our ability to protect and support the ICBM enterprise.” The MH-139A Grey Wolf replaces the aging UH-1N Huey, offering significant improvements in capability and performance. With a significant increase in speed, range and payload capacity along with enhanced defensive systems, the Grey Wolf is built to support missile field security missions across vast and austere terrain. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dkpB4eAc Air Force Global Strike Command | United States Strategic Command

🤝 Teamwork in Action! 🤝 When the Sidney Police Department received a bomb threat earlier this week, Malmstrom’s K9 teams answered the call. With the help of the 550th Helicopter Squadron, handlers and their military working dogs were quickly transported to Sidney. Once on the ground, they joined local law enforcement and conducted a detailed sweep of the building to ensure the area was safe. Their expertise and precision gave the community peace of mind during a stressful situation. A huge shoutout to the 550 HS for getting Malmstrom's K9s where they needed to be, and to our MWD teams for standing ready 24/7 to support both our base and our local partners. 🐾 🚁