Space Delta 1 Change of Command

U.S. Space Force Col. Krista N. St. Romain renders her first salute to the Guardians of Space Delta 1 during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. The salute symbolized her assumption of command and marked the beginning of her leadership over Delta 1’s mission to train and develop Space Force warfighters. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

U.S. Space Force Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Sejba, Space Training and Readiness Command commander, left, passes the guidon to U.S. Space Force Col. Krista N. St. Romain, Space Delta 1 incoming commander, right, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. A change of command ceremony represents the seamless transition of full authority and responsibilities from one commanding officer to another. As the new commander, St. Romain is charged with overseeing the foundational training and development of Space Force space operations, intelligence, and cyberspace warfighters across multiple units. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

U.S. Space Force Col. Peter Norsky, outgoing Space Delta 1 commander, right, passes the ceremonial guidon to U.S. Space Force Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Sejba, Space Training and Readiness Command commander, left, relinquishing command during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. The ceremony marked the conclusion of Norsky’s leadership of Delta 1, where he oversaw the training and development of Space Force space operations, intelligence, and cyberspace warfighters. Norsky’s tenure was defined by his commitment to readiness, innovation, and the professional growth of Guardians across the force. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

A bouquet of flowers is presented to Jessica Norsky, wife of U.S. Space Force Col. Peter Norsky, during the Space Delta 1 Change of Command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. The gesture honored her unwavering support and dedication throughout Col. Norsky’s command. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

Team Vandenberg members gather during the opening remarks of the Space Delta 1 Change of Command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. The ceremony marked the official transition of command from U.S. Space Force Col. Peter “Charlie” Norsky to U.S. Space Force Col. Krista N. St. Romain. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

U.S. Space Force Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Sejba, Space Training and Readiness Command commander, delivers remarks during the Space Delta 1 Change of Command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. As STARCOM commander, Sejba underscored the importance of Delta 1’s mission to train and develop future Space Force warfighters. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

Space Delta 1 Guardians render a first salute to U.S. Space Force Col. Krista N. St. Romain during the change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. The salute welcomed Col. St Romain as the newest Delta 1 commander. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

Members of the Vandenberg base honor guard present the colors during the playing of the national anthem at the Space Delta 1 Change of Command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. These ceremonial elements reflect long-standing military tradition and respect for country and service. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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Space Delta 1 Change of Command

Published June 26, 2025
By Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma

VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. --

Team Vandenberg members attended the Space Delta 1 Change of Command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June 25, 2025. The ceremony marked the official transition of command from U.S. Space Force Col. Peter “Charlie” Norsky to U.S. Space Force Col. Krista N. St. Romain.