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Oct. 6, 2022
Meet the CFSCC Command family

VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. – On Aug. 22, 2022, the Combined Force Space Component Command (CFSCC) welcomed Maj. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess and his wife, Mrs. Debbie Schiess, as the general took command of the unit. Since taking command, the two have been busy settling into their new role,
Sept. 7, 2022
UNARMED MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH FROM VANDENBERG

An operational test launch of an Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballisticmissile launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base Wednesday, Sept. 7, at 1:13 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time.
Sept. 6, 2022
Unarmed Minuteman III test launch to showcase readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent

A scheduled, operational test launch of an Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is planned for Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 12:01 a.m. to 6:01 a.m. Pacific Time from north Vandenberg. This test launch is a routine test scheduled years far in advance.
Sept. 1, 2022
A look into California’s Future: SLD 30 Command Staff Attends the California Defense Leadership Summit

California is home to over 30 military installations represented by every branch, so it goes to show the role the state plays in America’s defense. The 5th California Defense Leadership Summit, hosted in the state’s capitol of Sacramento by the Governors Military Council, became a hub for
Aug. 16, 2022
UNARMED MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH FROM VANDENBERG

An operational test launch of an Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base Tuesday, Aug. 16, at 12:49 a.m. PDT.
Aug. 15, 2022
Unarmed Minuteman III test launch to showcase readiness of U.S. nuclear force's safe, effective deterrent

A scheduled, operational test launch of an Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is planned for Tuesday, Aug. 16 from 12:01 a.m. to 6:01 a.m. Pacific Time from north Vandenberg. This test is routine and was scheduled years in advance. Consistent
July 21, 2022
Ronald B. Cortopassi: A Legacy of Dedication to Space Support

The passion and spirit of a leader is not determined by their words, but it’s measured by their determination to serve others with their actions. For Ronald B. Cortopassi, his desire to serve those on team Vandenberg has led him to hold one of the highest positions a civilian can attain, Executive
July 6, 2022
Minotaur II+ Rocket Launch Planned For Thursday

An unarmed test launch is scheduled for the morning of July 7 from north Vandenberg. The launch is the first test supporting the development of the Air Force's new Mk21A reentry vehicle.
May 16, 2022
Local leaders join team Vandenberg

Space Launch Delta 30 hosted several key community members from Santa Barbara and surrounding counties and inducted them into the Honorary Commander Program at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Lompoc, California, May 11, 2022. The program is a U.S. Air Force Public Affairs initiative to promote public
May 5, 2022
Missile Warning Center Guardian Credited for Saving Life of fellow Crewmember

A Guardian was awarded a Joint Service Achievement Medal May 4, 2022, during a ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base, Colo., for his quick thinking and efforts to provide emergency medical assistance to a fellow crewmember.