April 16, 2026 341 MXG conducts first operational mission with Payload Transporter Replacement A Payload Transporter Replacement assigned to the 341st Missile Wing completed a Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile maintenance task April 8, 2026, marking the first operational use of Air Force Global Strike Command’s new ICBM payload transporter.
April 14, 2026 Malmstrom AFB restores CATM facility after three years, strengthens Airman combat readiness The 341st Security Forces Group officially reopened its Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility here March 31, 2026, following a three-year restoration. The facility, which provides critical firearms qualification and training for Airmen assigned to Malmstrom Air Force Base, closed in 2023
Jan. 13, 2026 MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopters complete first operational ICBM convoy security mission Two MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron conducted their first operational Minuteman III ICBM convoy Jan. 8, marking an important milestone in the modernization of AFGSC’s nuclear security operations.
Nov. 24, 2025 341st Missile Wing weapons generation facility celebrates construction milestone A hard hat rests on a table during a “topping out” ceremony at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Oct. 23, 2025. The “topping out” milestone indicates that a building has reached the completion of its structural construction phase. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla)
Nov. 21, 2025 First stop as Chief of Staff of the Air Force: AFGSC Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach & his wife, Mrs. Wilsbach, visited AFGSC, Nov. 19, for immersions into the command’s mission & modernization programs. This initial immersion, Wilsbach’s 1st official base visit as CSAF, underscored the command's pivotal role in the nation’s security.
Aug. 7, 2025 20 AF reactivates ICBM Center of Excellence, completes inaugural Instructor Qualification Course 20th AF achieved a significant milestone in June with the successful execution of the 1st Instructor Qualification Course under the newly re-established ICBM Center of Excellence (ICE). Held from June 2-6, the course marked a pivotal moment in enhancing instructional standards across the ICBM
June 16, 2025 550th HS Change of Command Lt. Col. Sean Abling, right, accepts command of the 550th Helicopter Squadron from Col. Philip Bryant, 582d Helicopter Group commander, left, during a change of command ceremony at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont., June 12, 2025. The mission of the 550 HS is to provide MH-139 "Grey Wolf" helicopter
May 21, 2025 Minuteman III test launch showcases readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent A joint team of AFGSC Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a single Mark-21 High Fidelity Re-Entry Vehicle May 21 at 12:01 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg SFB, Calif.
Aug. 16, 2024 Sentinel: The History of the DAF Modernizing the Backbone of America’s National Security The U.S. Air Force is replacing the 54-year-old LGM-30G Minuteman III ICBM weapon system with the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM. Upgrading to Sentinel ICBMs ensures the land-based leg of America's Nuclear Triad remains safe, secure & effective.
Aug. 1, 2024 AFGSC leverages Total Force and local community partnerships to maintain competitive edge As AFGSC works to maintain its competitive edge in national defense, partnerships with community businesses and universities are critical parts of its innovation process.