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U.S. Air Force Maj. Natalie Noble, 30th Force Support Squadron incoming commander, speaks during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 15, 2026. Noble assumed command from Maj. Mary Gittings. The 30th FSS supports all human resources, administrative services, and quality-of-life programs for Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, left, awards a Meritorious Service decoration to U.S. Air Force Maj. Mary Gittings, 30th Force Support Squadron outgoing commander, right, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 15, 2026. Gittings was recognized for her exceptional leadership and service while commanding the squadron. The 30th FSS supports all human resources, administrative services, and quality-of-life programs for Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Mary Gittings, 30th Force Support Squadron outgoing commander, center, passes the ceremonial guidon to U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, left, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 15, 2026. The passing of the ceremonial guidon symbolizes Gittings relinquishing command of the 30 FSS. The 30th FSS supports all human resources, administrative services, and quality-of-life programs for Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, left, passes the guidon to Maj. Natalie Noble, 30th Force Support Squadron incoming commander, center, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 15, 2026. The passing of the guidon symbolizes Noble’s assumption of command of the 30th FSS. Noble assumed command from Maj. Mary Gittings. Members of the 30th Force Support Squadron provide a variety of services supporting airmen & guardians, their families, retirees and government civilians. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, left, addresses U.S. Air Force Maj. Natalie Noble, 30th Force Support Squadron incoming commander, right, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 15, 2026. The 30th FSS supports all human resources, administrative services, and quality-of-life programs for Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Dustin Harmon, 377th Test and Evaluation Group commander, left, awards a Meritorious Service decoration to Maj. Michael Fraioli, 377th Flight Test Missile Maintenance Squadron outgoing commander, right, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 5, 2026. Fraioli was recognized for his exceptional leadership and service while commanding the squadron. The 377 FTMMXS is a part of the 377 TEG, a mission partner hosted on Vandenberg, and is responsible for evaluating the Air Force's Minuteman III weapon system. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Fraioli 377th Flight Test Missile Maintenance Squadron outgoing commander, center, passes the guidon to Col. Dustin Harmon, 377th Test and Evaluation Group commander, left, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 5, 2026. The passing of the guidon symbolizes Fraioli relinquishing command of the 377 FTMMXS. The 377 FTMMXS is a part of the 377 TEG, a mission partner hosted on Vandenberg, and is responsible for evaluating the Air Force's Minuteman III weapon system. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Dustin Harmon, 377th Test and Evaluation Group commander, left, passes the guidon to Maj. Alexandria Harrell, 377th Flight Test Missile Maintenance Squadron incoming commander, center, during a change of command ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. June 5, 2026. The passing of the guidon symbolizes Harrell’s assumption of command of the 377 FTMMXS. Harrel assumed command from Maj. Michael Fraioli. The 377 FTMMXS is a part of the 377 TEG, a mission partner hosted on Vandenberg, and is responsible for evaluating the Air Force's Minuteman III weapon system. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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The Manzanita Public Charter School is set to begin construction on a $60 million project to provide renovations and additions to the school at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June, 2026. The project will be funded through a Department of War Public School on Military Installations (PSMI) grant, a California Charter School facilities grant, Lompoc Unified School District, and Manzanita Public Chart School funds. The project includes construction of a brand new state of the art kitchen which will allow Manzanita to become its own School Finance Authority and provide farm to table meals for its students, new flooring, ceiling, walls, cozy seating for students, a new HVAC system including heating and air conditioning, and more. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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A banner of The Manzanita Public Charter School showcases an upcoming $60 million construction project set to provide renovations and additions to the school at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., June, 2026. The project will be funded through a Department of War Public School on Military Installations (PSMI) grant, a California Charter School facilities grant, Lompoc Unified School District, and Manzanita Public Chart School funds. The project includes construction of a brand new state of the art kitchen which will allow Manzanita to become its own School Finance Authority and provide farm to table meals for its students, new flooring, ceiling, walls, cozy seating for students, a new HVAC system including heating and air conditioning, and more. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Robert G. Duck, 2nd Space Launch Squadron National Security Space Launch (NSSL) flight mission lead, briefs a Marine Corps War College (MCWAR) tour on the launch vehicle launch support center (LVLSC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Duck fielded questions on the importance of flight mission leads as they support local integration for all mission partners. The responsible engineers provide mission assurance to facilitate mission success on Vandenberg and remotely at Cape Canaveral, Florida. The MCWAR is the senior school of the Marine Corps University, providing Joint Professional Military Education to selected United States officers, civilian government officials, and international military officers. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman Enso Valle)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Lawrence A. “LA” Smith II, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, center, explains the levels of security around base, in cyberspace and threat detection in space from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Vandenberg SFB supports West Coast launch activities for the Air Force, Department of War, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, national programs and various private industry contractors. Smith explained how Vandenberg safely and effectively integrates these programs through the chain of command. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman Enso Valle)

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U.S. Space Force Col. Lawrence A. “LA” Smith II, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, left, greets U.S. Marine Corps Maj. William Seibold, Marine Corps Forces, Space Command liaison officer, right, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. Smith briefed the officers on the procedures and policies at Vandenberg. Smith explained the importance of a test and launch range for ongoing space operations. The MCWAR is the senior school of the Marine Corps University, providing Joint Professional Military Education to selected United States officers, civilian government officials, and international military officers. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman Enso Valle)

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Norwegian Lt. Col. Oeyvind Berg, student of Marine Corps War College (MCWAR), releases a weather balloon at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14 2026. The balloon captured data for the collaborative weather modelling across United States military weather stations. The balloon is a single use data collection unit that will ascend until the balloon bursts. The MCWAR is the senior school of the Marine Corps University, providing Joint Professional Military Education to selected United States officers, civilian government officials, and international military officers. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman Enso Valle)

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U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Robert G. Duck, 2nd Space Launch Squadron National Security Space Launch (NSSL) flight mission lead, briefs a Marine Corps War College (MCWAR) tour on the Vehicle Operations Room (VOR) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 14, 2026. The VOR is a control room dedicated to the space vehicle team, and 2SLS plans to build a state of the art facility to further support NSSL mission partners. The MCWAR is the senior school of the Marine Corps University, providing Joint Professional Military Education to selected United States officers, civilian government officials, and international military officers. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman Enso Valle)

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AFGSC Commander Visits Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. S.L. Davis, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, center, and U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Suzanne Lamar, Sentinel Task Force Detachment 9 commander, pose for a group photo with other Det 9 personnel, during a visit at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 20, 2026. During the visit, Davis met with Guardians, Airmen and civilian personnel supporting the nation’s strategic mission at Vandenberg. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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AFGSC Commander Visits Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. S.L. Davis, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, answers a question from an Airman assigned to the 532nd Training Squadron during an all-call engagement at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 20, 2026. Davis spoke with Airmen about readiness, leadership and the evolving mission requirement to support the nation’s strategic deterrence mission. The visit to the 532nd TRS provided Striker Airmen the opportunity to engage directly with senior leadership and discuss training and modernization efforts across AFGSC. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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AFGSC Commander Visits Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. S.L. Davis, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, speaks with Airmen assigned to the 532nd Training Squadron during a visit to Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 20, 2026. During the engagement, Davis discussed readiness, strategic deterrence and the importance of developing the next generation of Airmen supporting the nation’s global strike mission. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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AFGSC Commander Visits Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Gen. S. L. Davis, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, left, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Shawn M. Aiello, command chief of AFGSC, right, pose for a photo with Airman 1st Class Erik Farkas, 532rd Training Squadron student, during a visit to Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 20, 2026. Farkas received a commander’s coin from Davis after being the first to ask a question during an engagement with 532nd TRS students. During the visit, Davis and Aiello received updates on Striker Airman training and modernization efforts across Vandenberg. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olya Houtsma)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Alexander Alexander, 30th Security Forces Squadron (30 SFS) first sergeant, center, speaks to 30 SFS Airmen during a guard mount at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 28, 2026. As first sergeant, Alexander serves enlisted members, officers, civilians and commanders. Alexander provides support through personal challenges, professional development, and many other facets of life. First sergeants, also known under the alias of “first shirts" or just “shirts,” fulfill a critical senior enlisted leadership position in their unit, and are often described as “Swiss Army knives” due to their versatility. (U.S. Space Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Hernandez)

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