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March 1, 2024
What does it take to be a Supra Coder?

The U.S. Space Force launched its Supra Coder program in 2021 to capitalize on internal digital talent and better enable Guardians to create innovative software that would enhance warfighting capabilities.While most Guardians who apply for the program already have a basic level of programming
Feb. 27, 2024
The First Guardian Nexus Program Event at Vandenberg

On Feb. 23, the Vandenberg Space Force Base Ground-Based Midcourse Defense Operations director led a mission brief and a tour of Launch Facility 24 during the first Guardian Nexus event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, before a Missile Defense Agency tour of Launch Facility 24 at Vandenberg SFB,
Jan. 16, 2024
AFIMSC supports Sentinel missile weapon system beddown

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is executing a multi-year design and construction program to provide beddown for the Department of the Air Force nuclear deterrence mission.
Jan. 10, 2024
SLD 30 Strategic Objectives

In just three short years since changing its name, Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD 30) has evolved into a dynamic power projection platform with plans for further acceleration. In 2024, the installation’s focus will be on refining the capacity, agility, responsiveness, and resiliency across all SLD 30
Dec. 12, 2023
Remembering Mr. Robert “Bob” Wyckoff: A Titan of Missileer History and Heritage Commentary by: Lt Col Anthony Santino, Commander, 576th Flight Test Squadron

Mr. Robert “Bob” Wyckoff passed away in early December at the age of 83, and the men and women of the Twentieth Air Force will honor his life and legacy for generations to come. Bob was best known for his poem, “Missileer” which serves as an introduction and inspiration for those who choose the
Dec. 11, 2023
FTG-12 GROUND-BASED INTERCEPTOR LAUNCHES FROM VSFB

A Ground-based Interceptor, an element of the overall Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) system, launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Dec. 11, 2023, at 6:38 a.m. PT, by Space Launch Delta 30 Guardians, Airmen and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency. The test demonstrated the ability of
Dec. 10, 2023
MISSILE DEFENSE TEST SCHEDULED

A U.S. Missile Defense Agency flight test of a Ground-based Interceptor missile is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 11, between the hours of 6:30 and 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time from Vandenberg Space Force Base, conducted by Space Launch Delta 30, the Missile Defense Agency, and U.S. Northern Command.
Dec. 8, 2023
Remembering Mr. Robert “Bob” Wyckoff: titan of missileer history and heritage

Commentary regarding the life and accomplishments of Mr. Robert "Bob" Wyckoff, missileer and poet, who died this month at the age of 83.
Nov. 2, 2023
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Colin Connor Visits Vandenberg

On Oct. 30, 2023, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Colin Connor, Air Force Global Strike Command ICBM Modernization director and his official party visited Vandenberg Space Force Base. While on base, they posed for a photo with engineers who are breaking ground on a Sentinel project, which will be
Nov. 1, 2023
MINUTEMAN III TEST PROVIDES VITAL DATA BEFORE TERMINATION

The Space Launch Delta 30 safely terminated an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile over the Pacific Ocean at 12:06 a.m. Pacific Time Nov. 1, during a test launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base.