Vandenberg Space Force Base

Artist’s rendering of WGS-11+ — Photos

Sort By

Category

Show Advanced Options

Clear Filters |

260210-X-IT855-1004

U.S. Space Force Lt. Col Salazar, 2nd Range Operations Squadron commander, left, briefs Ms. Kathryn Kolbe, U.S. Space Force Headquarters assistant deputy chief of space operations for installations and logistics, center, and Col. James Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, right, at the Western Range Operations Control Center during a base tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. During his brief, Salazar explained how operations at the WROCC actively monitor the ocean, land, airspace, and range assets at the Vandenberg spaceport and test range to ensure mission success. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

260210-X-IT855-1005

Darryl York, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron environmental impact chief, center, briefs U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, center left, and Ms. Kathryn Kolbe, U.S. Space Force Headquarters assistant deputy chief of space operations for installations and logistics, left, during a base tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb 10, 2026. York discussed Vandenberg’s commitment to environmental stewardship, explaining various installation programs that balance the base’s space launch and test operations with the critical preservation of the base’s ecosystem. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

260210-X-IT855-1001

Alec Hanna, weather satellite analyst at Vandenberg Space Force Base’s High Accuracy Infrared (HAIR) satellite tracking station, center, explains satellite data to Ms. Kathryn Kolbe, U.S. Space Force Headquarters assistant deputy chief of space operations for installations and logistics, during a base tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026. Hanna explained his daily tasks, detailing how his contributions directly support launch and test operations at Vandenberg Space Force Base. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

2026 State of Vandenberg

Canadian Armed Forces Brig. Gen. Kyle C. Paul, Combined Joint Force Space Component commander, delivers remarks during the 2026 State of Vandenberg at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 12, 2026. During the event, Paul highlighted the importance of international partnerships and combined space operations in supporting global space domain awareness and delivering space capabilities to combatant commanders and allied forces. The State of Vandenberg is an annual event that informs community members about the base mission and important updates that may have a regional impact. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

Details Download

2026 State of Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Col. Krista N. St. Romain, Space Delta 1 commander, delivers remarks during the 2026 State of Vandenberg at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 12, 2026. During the event, St. Romain highlighted the role of Space Delta 1 in training and developing the next generation of space, cyber and intelligence warfighters to support national security space operations. The State of Vandenberg is an annual event that informs community members about the base mission and important updates that may have a regional impact. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

Details Download

2026 State of Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Col. Keith M. Morris, Space Delta 5 deputy commander, delivers remarks during the 2026 State of Vandenberg at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 12, 2026. During the event, Morris discussed the role of Space Delta 5 in executing command and control of space forces and integrating space capabilities to support joint and allied operations around the world. The State of Vandenberg is an annual event that informs community members about the base mission and important updates that may have a regional impact. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

Details Download

2026 State of Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Col. James Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, delivers remarks during the 2026 State of Vandenberg at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 12, 2026. During the event, Horne highlighted the installation’s role supporting national security space missions, enabling launch and test operations on the Western Range, and partnering with local communities to sustain mission growth. The State of Vandenberg is an annual event that informs community members about the base mission, operational developments and priorities that may have a regional impact. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

Details Download

2026 State of Vandenberg

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, left, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, and U.S. Space Force Col. Keith M. Morris, right, Space Delta 5 deputy commander, present the 2025 Commander’s Community Service Award to Brad Wilkie, center, Space Delta 5 honorary commander, during the 2026 State of Vandenberg at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 12, 2026. The award recognizes community leaders who demonstrate exceptional support for the Vandenberg mission and strengthen partnerships between the installation and the surrounding community. The State of Vandenberg is an annual event that informs community members about the installation’s mission and important updates that may have a regional impact. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

Details Download

2026 State of Vandenberg

U.S. Air Force Col. Dustin D. Harmon, 377th Test and Evaluation Group commander, delivers remarks during the 2026 State of Vandenberg at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 12, 2026. During the event, Harmon highlighted the 377th Test and Evaluation Group’s role in evaluating current and future capabilities of the Air Force’s Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile system and supporting national security testing operations. The State of Vandenberg is an annual event that informs community members about the base mission and important updates that may have a regional impact. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

Details Download

031026-X-IT855-1001

Vandenberg Honor Guard members present the colors during the playing of the national anthem for the 630th Cyberspace Squadron activation ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 10, 2026. The 630 CYS was activated under U.S. Space Force Maj. Torius Davis’ command to protect and assure space command and control, space domain awareness, and launch operations, in defense of our nation and its allies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

031026-X-IT855-1002

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, speaks during an activation ceremony for the 630th Cyberspace Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 10, 2026. The ceremony marks a historical day for Vandenberg, welcoming its newest unit of over 60 military personnel, civilians and contractors. This activation reflects the mission to protect and assure space command and control, space domain awareness, and launch operations, in defense of our nation and its Allies(U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

031026-X-IT855-1003

U.S. Space Force Master Sgt. Ron Esposo, 630th Cyberspace Squadron senior enlisted leader, left, presents the 630 CYS guidon during an activation ceremony for the 630th Cyberspace Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 10, 2026. The official activation of the 630 CYS aligns the unit with Space Launch Delta 30 under Space Systems Command. This change reflects the mission to protect and assure space command and control, space domain awareness, and launch operations, in defense of our nation and its allies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

031026-X-IT855-1004

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, left, presents the 630 CYS guidon during an activation ceremony for the 630th Cyberspace Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 10, 2026. The official activation of the 630 CYS aligns the unit with Space Launch Delta 30 under Space Systems Command. This change reflects the mission to protect and assure space command and control, space domain awareness, and launch operations, in defense of our nation and its allies. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

031026-X-IT855-1005

U.S. Space Force Maj. Torius Davis, 630th Cyberspace Squadron commander, speaks during an activation ceremony for the 630 CYS at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., March 10, 2026. Under Davis’ command, the 630 CYS will deliver cyber defense operations and ensure mission assurance for Space Launch Delta 30. This change reflects the mission to protect and assure space command and control, space domain awareness, and launch operations, in defense of our nation and its allies (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

260211-X-IT855-1001

Range Commanders Council members and partners pose for a photo near Space Launch Complex 6 (SLC-6) following a base tour at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 11, 2026. During the tour, RCC members and partners learned more about Vandenberg’s launch and test mission. The RCC brings together leadership, faculty, staff and partner personnel from multiple Department of War and NASA launch and test ranges to collaborate and share ideas in an educational forum. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

250227-X-IT855-1010

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Daniel Davis, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron facility systems superintendent, center, prepares to speak during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. Davis was one of two masters of ceremony responsible for keeping the proceedings on schedule, engaging the audience, and introducing speakers or performers. The annual awards night is an opportunity to recognize top performers across six categories including airman, non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned officer, company grade officer, field grade officer, and civilian. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

250227-X-IT855-1006

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, far left, speaks during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. Horne recognized the event planners and coordinators who made the night an experience to remember for attendees. The annual awards night is an opportunity to recognize top performers across six categories including airman, non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned officer, company grade officer, field grade officer, and civilian. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

250227-X-IT855-1007

From left to right, Brad Wilkie, Delta 5 honorary commander, Len Rothman, Delta 1 honorary commander, and Darren Buck, Delta 1 deputy director, engage in conversation during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. The annual awards night is an opportunity to recognize top performers across six categories including airman, non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned officer, company grade officer, field grade officer, and civilian. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

250227-X-IT855-1008

Vandenberg Airmen and their families share stories at a dinner table during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. The annual awards recognize the winners' accomplishments and contributions to Vandenberg's many unique missionsets. The annual awards night is an opportunity to recognize top performers across six categories including airman, non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned officer, company grade officer, field grade officer, and civilian. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download

250227-X-IT855-1009

Vandenberg Airmen and their families share stories at a dinner table during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. The annual awards banquet honors outstanding service members and civilian employees at Vandenberg for their contributions to the Air and Space Force missions. The annual awards night is an opportunity to recognize top performers across six categories including airman, non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned officer, company grade officer, field grade officer, and civilian. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

Details Download