July 21, 2026 An eye for healthy vision The 55th Medical Group's optometry clinic works hard to ensure their patients have healthy vision. One tool they use is a device called a non-contact tonometer. This device conducts tests which enables the optometrist to determine how healthy the eyes are and whether additional tests are needed to
July 17, 2026 Weather Wing welcomes new command chief 557th Wing Wing Command Chief holds their Change of Responsibility Ceremony July, 16 inside the 557 WW auditorium at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. CMSgt. Daniel Perry, outgoing command chief, relinquishes his duties to the 557th WW and CMSgt. Christopher Joyce, 557th WW command chief, assumes
July 2, 2026 Offutt announces 2026 Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show, return of on-base parking Offutt Air Force Base leaders announced today the return of the Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show in 2026, along with a new parking process designed to improve traffic flow, base access and the overall guest experience.
July 2, 2026 2nd Weather Group is under new leadership Col. Hank Chilcoat, 557th Weather Wing commander, receives the 2nd Weather Group guidon from Col. Andrew Frey, outgoing 2d WXG commander, during the 2d WXG change of command ceremony July 1, inside the 557th Weather Wing auditorium, Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Frey led over 550 personnel in 6
July 1, 2026 55th Operations Group changes leadership Col. Aaron Gray, 55th Wing commander, receives the 55th Operations Group guidon from Col. John Isacco, outgoing 55th OG commander, during the 55th OG change of command ceremony June 30 inside the Bennie Davis Maintenance Facility at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. Isacco will soon retire after
June 29, 2026 A New Blueprint for Return: ACC Rolls Out Phased 'Home Station' Reintegration Strategy Recognizing that the return from a deployment is just the beginning of a new mission, Air Combat Command is introducing a comprehensive framework to strengthen home station reintegration.
June 26, 2026 Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends Offutt's Veterinary Facility provides routine wellness and preventative care for the 55th Security Forces Squadron's military working dogs and pets of military families. The care they provide is vital for the animal's health and well-being. Base veterinary office's are typically staffed by Army
June 9, 2026 Congressmen visit Offutt Chief Master Sgt. Alex Eudy, 55th Wing command chief, U.S. Representative Mike Flood, Nebraska District 1, Col. Aaron Gray, 55th Wing commander, and U.S. Representative Brad Finstad, Minnesota District 1, pose for a picture in the lobby of the 55th Wing headquarters building on Offutt Air Force
June 8, 2026 Offutt AFB, local partners conduct MARE ahead of air show Offutt Air Force Base and community organizations completed a Major Accident Response Exercise on June 6, 2026, strengthening their ability to respond to a large-scale emergency ahead of the 2026 Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show.
June 5, 2026 55th Wing Change of Responsibility Ceremony The 55th Wing held a change of responsibility ceremony June 5, 2024, inside the Bennie L. Davis Maintenance Facility dock 1 at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. This is the second change of responsibility ceremony the 55th Wing has conducted.
June 2, 2026 Offutt hosts legislative director Evan Dean, legislative director for Rep. Mike Flood of Nebraska, visited Offutt Air Force Base, June 6, 2026, to view newly constructed facilities and gain a better understanding of the 55th Wing's mission.
May 15, 2026 Team Offutt hosts Honorary Commanders for immersion day Honorary commanders assigned to the 55th Wing, 557th Weather Wing, 95th Wing, and the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency participated in an immersion day at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., April 28, 2026, providing civic leaders a firsthand look at the installation’s mission and daily operations.
May 8, 2026 55th MXG welcomes new commander Col. Aaron Gray, 55th Wing commander, passes the guidon to incoming 55th Maintenance Group commander, Col. Eric Burke, during the 55th MXG change of command ceremony on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., May 1, 2026. A change of command ceremony is a formal, time-honored tradition that symbolizes the
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,