May 5, 2026 Offutt leaders laud future military recruits Offutt leadership, including Col. Chad Backes, 55th Wing deputy commander, congratulate and encourage upcoming high school graduates who made a commitment to military service. Offutt leaders gave remarks during local high school Military Signing Day ceremonies.
April 30, 2026 Month of the Military Child: Hannah's story Hannah and Hazel’s laughter fills the air on a peaceful Friday afternoon in their backyard. Bubbles spray from a bubble machine, floating around them, enticing giggles that adults have long forgotten how to make.
April 23, 2026 95th Wing stands up Maintenance Group, Operations Group, Operations Support Squadron Squadron The Department of the Air Force directed the standup of the 95th Maintenance Group, the 95th Operations Group and the 95th Operations Support Squadron as part of the 95th Wing.
April 17, 2026 Month of the Military Child: The little drummer boy Imagine standing on stage at the historic Grand Ole Opry in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, with drum sticks in hand, as an audience of about 4,000 people loudly cheer for your live musical debut. Now imagine you’re only three years old.
April 10, 2026 Warhawks connect through shared spirit Members of the 55th Wing participated in a 5.5K run at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., April 10, 2026, as a central component of a wing-wide Comprehensive Airman Fitness Day.
March 30, 2026 The four-legged therapist on duty Behind a big goofy smile, wet pink nose, and wagging tail, the soft patter of furry white paws gently treads through the halls of the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic in search of the next belly rub or head pat.
March 18, 2026 Children show their pearly whites for dental day The 55th Dental Squadron held a free dental day for dependent children of service members March 6, 2026 at the Ehrling Bergquist clinic. The Children's Dental Day event enabled dental residents to gain valuable experience for treating pediatric patients. Dental treatment included dental exams,
March 17, 2026 Mighty Medics unveil new mural The 55th Medical Group unveiled a new mural in the Heritage Hall at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic Feb. 27, 2026, highlighting the shared mission and values that keep the team ready to support the joint force.
March 13, 2026 AGE of Airpower When our planes aren’t in the air, the 55th MXS are constantly maintaining and preparing them for flight. Responsible for maintaining and repairing the equipment that supplies electricity, hydraulic pressure and air pressure to our planes, Aerospace Ground Equipment specialists play an essential
March 11, 2026 Hail Hydro Flying our jets projects air superiority. Landing them lets us do it again.In order to Fly, Fight, and Win, every part of our planes must be in perfect working order. Responsible for maintaining fluid-, air- or gas-pressured devices on aircraft, the 55th MXS Aircraft Hydraulic Systems specialists
Feb. 10, 2026 Offutt, Red Cross partnership provides vital support services Wearing a collared sweatshirt with the American Red Cross emblem, a bespectacled man warmly smiles while handing a prescription to a customer at the Ehrling Bergquist Clinic pharmacy. This moment may appear small and routine, but this exchange also symbolizes a deeper connection – the partnership
Feb. 6, 2026 Sixteenth Air Force Command Chief connects with Offutt Airmen Chief Master Sergeant Andrew J. McKendree, Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) command chief, visited Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., Jan. 13-14, 2026, to connect with Airmen and see how Team Offutt gets after the mission every day.
Jan. 29, 2026 SecAF visits Team Offutt Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink visited Offutt Air Force Base to see firsthand how the 55th Wing supports national defense, strategic deterrence, and global operations, Jan. 22-23, 2026.
Jan. 14, 2026 1st Weather Group is under new leadership The 1st Weather Group consists of six operational weather squadrons, providing timely, accurate, relevant, and actionable information advantage through environmental data in support of joint warfighters worldwide.
Jan. 9, 2026 Team Offutt celebrates Chief Master Sergeant selects Out of 2,445 eligible Senior Master Sergeants across the Air Force, only 640 were selected, marking a 26.18 selection rate. This milestone reflects years of leadership, dedication, and impact on mission and people.
Dec. 10, 2025 Top Recruiting Squadron in Air Force Recruiting Service The 343rd Recruiting Squadron earned the title of top Air Force and Space Force recruiting squadron in fiscal year 2025, a first in the squadron's history.
Dec. 5, 2025 GT 254: 625 STOS uses ALCS, launches unarmed ICBM Airmen assigned to the 625th Strategic Operations Squadron employed the Airborne Launch Control System (ALCS) aboard a U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury to launch a test of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Nov. 5, 2025.
Nov. 14, 2025 625th STOS validates secondary launch capability The 625th Strategic Operations Squadron, assigned to the 95th Wing at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, participated in a Simulated Electronic Launch-Minuteman (SELM) test Sept. 18, 2025, in the skies over Montana.
April 11, 2025 625 STOS supports Giant Pace 25-1 The 625th Strategic Operations Squadron assigned to the 95th Wing at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, plays a vital role in safeguarding the United States.
Nov. 6, 2024 Minuteman III test showcases readiness of US nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent Air Force Global Strike Command conducted an ICBM test launch demonstrating the U.S. ICBM fleet is ready, reliable and effective in leveraging dominance in an era of strategic competition.