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An Airman assigned to the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron listens to a briefing during an honorary commanders insight tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. The 30th CES Horizontal Flight, are responsible for the installation’s utility maintenance, operating heavy equipment and maintaining mission facilities. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Vandenberg Honorary Commanders Roberto Rodriguez, Brad Wilkie and Jason Banta visit the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Guided by U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Seth Poulsen, 30th CES commander, the tour group viewed demonstrations and learned about the responsibility that 30th CES holds to build, sustain and protect VSFB structures, infrastructure and land. The honorary commanders program at VSFB is a partnership initiative managed by Space Launch Delta 30 Public Affairs. The program is designed to bridge the gap between the military installation and the local community by pairing local leaders with base commanders. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Lt. Col. Kyle Rowland, Space Launch Delta 30 chief of spaceport integration, speaks to Honorary Commanders Roberto Rodriguez, Brad Wilkie and Jason Banta during an insight tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Rowland spoke about the importance of modernizing space launch infrastructure and led a discussion on the unique operations at the Vandenberg Spaceport and Test Range. The honorary commanders program at VSFB is a partnership initiative managed by Space Launch Delta 30 Public Affairs. The program is designed to bridge the gap between the military installation and the local community by pairing local leaders with base commanders. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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A Guardian reads a National Security Space Institute informational journal before an NSSI mission brief at the Western Range Operations Control Center auditorium at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Airmen and Guardians at Vandenberg learned about educational opportunities in relation to their career fields. For over two decades, NSSI has been the Department of War’s primer source for space professional education. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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A National Security Space Institute mission brief begins at the Western Range Operations Control Center auditorium at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. U.S. Space Force Col. Albert "AC" Harris III, NSSI commandant, held the mission brief to inform the audience about educational opportunities available to all branches of service. NSSI provides worldwide responsive and relevant space professional education to the Department of War, U.S. government entities and international partners. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Albert "AC" Harris III, National Security Space Institute commandant, speaks during an NSSI mission brief at the Western Range Operations Control Center auditorium at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Harris delivered the briefing and gave an opportunity for personnel to ask questions. The NSSI coordinates closely with education partners to fulfill its unique mission of providing in-residence, distance learning, blended and mobile professional continuing education for Department of War students. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Albert "AC" Harris III, National Security Space Institute commandant, speaks during an NSSI mission brief at the Western Range Operations Control Center auditorium at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. During the mission brief, Harris discussed educational courses available for all service members from the College of Leader Development and the College of Space Warfare. Harris integrated these educational opportunities with the readiness aspect of Vandenberg’s units and support of developing well-rounded warfighters. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Ricardo Cepeda Pastrana, 2nd Space Launch Squadron mission integration engineer, asks a question during a National Security Space Institute mission brief at the Western Range Operations Control Center auditorium at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Pastrana attended the event alongside his peers from Vandenberg SFB’s Space Force squadrons to learn about educational opportunities while in the service. U.S. Space Force Col. Albert "AC" Harris III, National Security Space Institute commandant, gave the briefing, informing Vandenberg personnel on the array of space professional education courses NSSI offers. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, right, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, stands next to Chief Master Sgt. Shannan Sanchez, left, SLD 30 senior enlisted leader, during Hawk Connection Day at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. Horne attended the event to show support for Airmen and Guardians competing at the squadron level. Hawk Connection Day bridges working relationships with the members on the installation through active participation in friendly competitions and games. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Capt. Brian Burris, Space Launch Delta 30 chaplain, tosses a bean bag during Hawk Connection Day at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. Burris attended the event to show support for Airmen and Guardians while they competed against each other at the squadron level. Twice a year, VSFB hosts a morale day for personnel to participate in team-building exercises, connect with each other, and continue supporting the mission together. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Vandenberg personnel compete during Hawk Connection Day at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. Personnel connected through sports, food and conversations. VSFB holds Hawk Connection days to improve moral and cohesiveness of Vandenberg service members. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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A member of Delta Staff Agency for Space Launch Delta 30 runs toward a medicine ball during Hawk Connection Day at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. The member threw the medicine ball during an athletic competition. Hawk Connection Day strengthens relationships among installation personnel through friendly competitions and games. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Space Force Spc. 3 Frank Clark, 630th Cyberspace Squadron cyber defense operator, flips a tire during a Hawk Connection Day event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. Clark competed during the athletic competitions held between the Space Launch Delta 30 squadrons. Hawk Connection Day strengthens relationships among installation personnel through friendly competitions and games. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Members of the 30th Medical Group Health Promotion Team bring produce to lunch during Hawk Connection Day at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 18, 2026. U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Brian Johnson, Space Launch Delta 30 first sergeant, grabbed an orange and thanked the Health Promotion Team for its support. VSFB holds Hawk Connection days to improve morale and strengthen cohesiveness of service members. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Photos of fallen members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron are displayed during a National Police Week closing ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2026. The ceremony gave Airmen, Guardians and civilian attendees the opportunity to recognize and pay respect to law enforcement personnel and those who gave their lives in the line of duty protecting the nation and local communities. National Police Week honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement personnel across the United States. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Charles de Guia, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal logistics noncommissioned officer in charge, walks behind a manned transportable robotic system during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. De Guia worked with members of his team to communicate the importance of EOD in keeping communities safe. Vandenberg’s 30th CES EOD flight provides emergency response capabilities for mitigation of explosive hazards associated with missile launch and test program anomalies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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McGruff the Crime Dog interacts with children from local communities during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The event highlighted National Police Week and educated participants about how the 30th Security Forces Squadron, local law enforcement and federal agencies keep communities safe. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cortlynn Nash, 30th Security Forces Squadron liaison officer, holds a face-painting brush during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. Nash engaged with children and families from local communities to raise awareness of National Police Week. The 30th Security Forces Squadron defends the base while supporting Airmen, Guardians and their families and promoting connectedness. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Children from local communities engage with members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The event gave local community members the opportunity to observe and utilize law enforcement equipment, raising awareness of National Police Week. National Police Week honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement personnel across the United States. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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Members of the 30th Security Forces Squadron ride motorcycles during a National Police Week Law Enforcement Showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 13, 2026. The 30th SFS showcased its equipment and capabilities for members of the local community alongside other local law enforcement agencies. Established in 1962, National Police Week is a collaborative effort of organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement community. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)

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