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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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U.S. Army Col. Michael Smith, Combined Joint Force Space Component chief of staff, speaks 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)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, speaks during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. The evening’s speakers each emphasized that the awardees were selected not only for their technical proficiency but also for their commitment to mission-readiness standards and community involvement. 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)

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Vandenberg Guardians, Airmen, and government civilians gather for a group photo during the 2025 annual awards ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 27, 2026. These Airmen, Guardians and civilians were recognized for outstanding performance in their career fields, exemplifying a commitment to excellence that our Air and Space Forces demand. 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)

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andenberg Guardians, Airmen, and government civilians gather for a group photo 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)

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Space Launch Delta 30, 2nd Space Launch Squadron Leadership Visit ULA Vulcan Rocket

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, and U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sgt. Shannan Sanchez, SLD 30 senior enlisted leader, listen to a briefing from Bryan Titus, United Launch Alliance west coast launch operations director, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026. SLD 30 partners with ULA to prepare for a future launch of the ULA Vulcan rocket from Vandenberg. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Space Launch Delta 30, 2nd Space Launch Squadron Leadership Visit ULA Vulcan Rocket

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sgt. Shannan Sanchez, SLD 30 senior enlisted leader, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Malcolm Summers II, SLD 30 senior enlisted airman, 2nd Space Launch Squadron leadership, the 2nd SLS Vulcan Flight and United Launch Alliance personnel pose for a photo at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026. SLD 30 leadership joined 2nd SLS and ULA personnel at a horizontal integration facility on base housing newly arrived ULA Vulcan rocket components. (U.S. Space Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Space Launch Delta 30, 2nd Space Launch Squadron Leadership Visit ULA Vulcan Rocket

Members of the 2nd Space Launch Squadron Vulcan Flight pose for a photo in front of a United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026. The Vulcan Flight is responsible for Space Force certification, launch site mission assurance and eventual fleet surveillance for launches of the ULA Vulcan rocket from the Western Range. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

Retired Military Working Dog Kiru plays after his retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Throughout Kiru’s 7 years of service, five Air Force handlers have had the privilege of being assigned to Kiru. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Joseph Merrill, 30th Security Forces Squadron commander, speaks during Military Working Dog Kiru’s retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Merrill spoke about the accomplishments and accolades Kiru earned during his 7 years of service, including his deployment to Djibouti, Africa in support of Operation Enduring Freedom – Horn of Africa. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cassidy Hunt, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, switches MWD Kiru’s collar during his retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Collars are switched during MWD retirement ceremonies to symbolize the completion of an MWD’s career and their transition out of military service. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

Vandenberg Honor Guard members present the colors during Military Working Dog Kiru’s retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Kiru supported 17 United States Secret Service Missions supporting the President and Vice President of the United States, Joint Chief of Staff and Foreign Dignitaries. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alejandro Estrada, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, reads “Guardians of the Night” during Military Working Dog Kiru’s retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Kiru served for 7 years as a military working dog and supported 17 United States Secret Service missions as well as deploying to Djibouti, Africa. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua LeRoi)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Joseph Merrill, 30th Security Forces Squadron commander, left, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cassidy Hunt, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, right, presents dog toy gifts to retired MWD Kiru, center, following his retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Kiru served for 7 years as a military working dog and supported 17 United States Secret Service missions as well as deploying to Djibouti, Africa. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cassidy Hunt, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, pets Kiru, a retired 30th SFS military working dog, during a retirement ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Kiru served with five MWD handlers throughout his military service; as his final handler, Hunt will adopt Kiru in his retirement. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

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Vandenberg Military Working Dog Kiru Retires

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cassidy Hunt, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, speaks during the retirement ceremony of Military Working Dog Kiru at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2026. Hunt will adopt MWD Kiru in his retirement after 7 years of service. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kevin Hernandez)

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