News

Nov. 1, 2021
Annual CFC campaign strives to be ‘face of change’

The 2021 Combined Federal Campaign officially kicked off on base Nov. 1, 2021, and continues through Jan. 15, 2022.
Oct. 14, 2021
Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth expanding Non-Kinetic Operations Coordination Course offerings

Due to the success of its Non-Kinetic Operations Coordination Course, the 55th Wing is expanding its availability and developing additional offerings as one of the Air Force’s leaders in NKO.
Sept. 24, 2021
RAO offers resources for retirees

The Retiree Activities Office at Offutt recently reopened after being closed from March 2020 to June 2021 due to COVID-19 precautions.
Sept. 16, 2021
Navy MUSE team watch wraps up at Allman Maintenance Facility

Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) Mobile Utilities Support Equipment (MUSE) deployed two technicians Aug. 25-30, to conduct testing to ensure the equipment was ready for removal to its next destination.
Sept. 10, 2021
55th Communications Squadron seeks redesignation as 55th Cyber Squadron

The 55th Communications Squadron recently met all objectives required by the Air Force’s Cyber Squadron Initiative and is seeking redesignation as the 55th Cyber Squadron.
Aug. 13, 2021
Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth marks 55 years at Offutt

The 55th Wing will commemorate a unique anniversary as it marks 55 years at Offutt Air Force Base on Aug. 16, 2021.
July 27, 2021
ACC leadership team visits Team Offutt

Air Combat Command’s leadership team saw how the Airmen of the 55th Wing and 557th Weather Wing play a crucial role in the defense of the nation during a visit to Offutt Air Force Base July 20-22, 2021.
June 22, 2021
Warhawks welcome new commander

The Fightin’ Fifty-Fifth, the largest wing in Air Combat Command and the second largest in the U.S. Air Force, welcomed a new commander during a ceremony at the Offutt Parade Field June 22, 2020.
June 8, 2021
End of an era as final OC-135 aircraft officially retired

The 55th Wing officially retired its final OC-135 Open Skies aircraft, tail number 670, during a ceremony at the Lincoln Airport June 4, 2021.
May 4, 2021
55th Wing dedicates new headquarters facility

The 55th Wing officially unveiled their new headquarters facility and dedicated it to retired Col. William E. Riggs during a ceremony here April 30, 2021.
April 22, 2021
55th Wing officially welcomed to Lincoln during ceremony

The Nebraska National Guard officially welcomed the 55th Wing to the Lincoln Airport during a ceremony April 16.
March 19, 2021
Louie’s new beginning

The 55th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog team at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, welcomed their newest addition Feb. 24, 2021. Louie, a two-year old black Labrador retriever became the newest member of Offutt’s MWD Section. This is the first time the Labrador retriever breed has been
March 5, 2021
Team Offutt celebrates Women’s History Month

March is designated as Women’s History Month. It is a time to recognize the struggles and hardships of the past as well as the contributions and accomplishments women have made as they continue to look for a better tomorrow.
March 4, 2021
Team Offutt member recognized for work with American Red Cross

A Team Offutt member will be recognized for his support of the American Red Cross during their annual Heroes in the Heartland event March 9, 2021.
Feb. 3, 2021
Transition to Lincoln starts with first aircraft arrival

Normally a 55th Wing OC-135 Open Skies aircraft landing and taxiing to its parking spot is no a big deal, but this particular landing on Feb. 1, 2021, was unlike any other.This flight was Offutt Air Force Base’s first aircraft arrival to the Lincoln Airport, where the 55th Wing and its mission
Dec. 11, 2020
Bellevue Chamber spreads holiday cheer for Offutt dorm residents

Col. Gavin Marks, 55th Wing commander, joins members of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce as they fill goodie bags Dec. 8 at Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department for the annual “Holiday Cheer” for Kisling dorm residents at Offutt Air Force Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by L. Cunningham)
Dec. 11, 2020
Work officially begins replacing Offutt’s aging runway

Work has officially started to completely replace Offutt’s aging runway as Phase 0 of the $143.9 million project began recently.
Nov. 23, 2020
A time to be Thankful

In 1621 what began as a three-day harvest celebration has evolved to what we now celebrate as Thanksgiving Day on the third Thursday of November.It is a day when families, friends and loved ones come together to remember all things they are thankful for. Because of COVID-19 this year, some
Oct. 26, 2020
Multi-wing, multiagency exercise tests Offutt maintainer’s ability to operate

A proof of concept exercise took place Oct. 23 to identify any shortfalls and establish procedures for Offutt Air Force Base aircraft that will operate out of Lincoln Airport starting early next year while the base’s airfield undergoes a complete replacement. The exercise involved the 55th
Oct. 23, 2020
Chaplain gets dirty in 55th SFS MWD kennels

The 55th Wing Chaplain Base Chapel kicked off their new "Toughest Jobs" program Oct. 20, 2020, with a visit to the 55th Security Forces Squadron’s kennels.