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Vandenberg Space Force Base Hosts Mission Update Speaker Series in Lompoc

U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, addresses community members during a Vandenberg Mission Update at the Dick DeWees Community and Senior Center in Lompoc, Calif., Feb. 20, 2026. Horne discussed increased launch activity at Vandenberg Space Force Base, future mission growth, and the base’s role in supporting more than 54 mission partners. He also explained how Vandenberg serves as a key hub for the command and control of space assets operating globally and on orbit. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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320/100

SHUTTERSPEED

10/1250

ISO

250

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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