March 6, 2019 Modernization in the missile field, M18 to phase out M9 Malmstrom security forces defenders are integrating the new M18 modular handgun system as part of the Reconstitute Defenders Initiative, which aims to modernize weapons systems and increase warfighter lethality.The M18 phases out the M9, which has been in use for more than 30 years.
Feb. 28, 2019 Women's History Month celebrates visionary women The 2019 Department of Defense theme for Women's History Month is "Visionary Women: Champions of Peace and Nonviolence.”The theme's imagery is represented in the poster of female hands reaching for a dove, the universal symbol of peace.Women's History Month honors celebrates the struggles and
Feb. 28, 2019 Defenders rescue civilian in rollover For one team of Airmen, a seemingly normal drive home turned into an adrenaline rush to save a civilian in the midst of a snow storm.
Feb. 14, 2019 Eliminating health hazards one pest at a time Insects, rodents, snakes and weeds, what do these things have in common? They all are capable of interfering with our mission and well-being.It is the job of the 341st Civil Engineer Squadron pest management team to eradicate these irritants to ensure the safety of the base populous and the
Feb. 5, 2019 Annual Awards Banquet The Big Sky First Sergeant’s Council hosted the Annual Awards Banquet Feb. 2 at the Grizzly Bend on base.
Jan. 17, 2019 Airmen innovation saves $224K, promotes safer travel In northern tier bases, weather ranges drastically from triple digits and hot road conditions to double-digit negatives, making icy roads hazardous if not travelled properly. Despite the risk, Airmen travel to and from the missile field to accomplish the mission.
Dec. 21, 2018 EFMP announces local 2019 special events Military families who have special needs can get tailored, special support at Malmstrom Air Force Base through a program designed by the Air Force called the Exceptional Family Member Program.This formal program provides information and referral support to Airmen and their family members, adult and
Dec. 13, 2018 Are you ready? Festivities bring risks to food Restaurants and households are preparing for seasonal festivities which may include larger than normal amounts of food. Due to the seriousness of foodborne illnesses, it is imperative to remember when prepping food that safety may be at risk.
Dec. 4, 2018 841st MSFS has a new Phoenix Raven The opportunity for Airmen in security forces at Malmstrom to spread their wings, earn the title and become part of the elite Phoenix Ravens is rare.
Nov. 9, 2018 819th RED HORSE Squadron members return from worldwide deployments The last week in October, and on Nov. 5, 2018, more than 150 members of the 819th Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers (RED HORSE) will all have returned to Malmstrom after deployments with U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Air Forces Central Command. Squadron personnel