News - Tag Air Force

Jan. 30, 2026
Vandenberg Range Operations Squadron Supports Starlink Launch

The Western Range Operations Control Center (WROCC) countdown clock ticks down before the launch of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, carrying the Starlink 17-19 mission, from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 29, 2026.
Jan. 28, 2026
Vandenberg Continues Dune Restoration Project

Vandenberg’s 30th Civil Engineer Squadron works on dune treatment during the dune restoration project at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 21, 2026.
Jan. 23, 2026
Vandenberg's Hawk of the Week Award on January 21st

U.S. Space Force Col. Dorian Hatcher, left, Space Launch Delta 30 deputy commander, presents Vandenberg’s Hawk of the Week Award to Senior Airman Cristian Hacker, right, 30th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, during a weekly installation leadership meeting at Vandenberg Space
Jan. 14, 2026
Vandenberg Environmental Team Conducts Western Snowy Plover Winter Survey

Vandenberg Environmental Team conducts Western Snowy Plover winter survey conducted at Surf Beach at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Jan. 13, 2025. Vandenberg’s environmental conservation efforts are maintained by a team of 40 civilians and contractors — the largest environmental team in the
Jan. 12, 2026
Vandenberg Celebrates New USSF Senior Master Sergeants

Vandenberg Celebrates New USSF Senior Master Sergeants at the Senior Master Sergeant release party held on Jan. 9, 2025. This year, the Space Force has selected 37 master sergeant Guardians for promotion to senior master sergeant, 2 of which are from Vandenberg SFB.
Dec. 22, 2025
Vandenberg Hosts Base Tour for San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce

Vandenberg Hosts Base Tour for San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Dec. 19, 2025. The tour group was introduced to numerous facilities on base including the Space Launch Delta 30 headquarters building, Remote Launch Control Center, Pacific Coast Club, and
Dec. 17, 2025
Vandenberg Hosts the 2025 Holiday Parade

Vandenberg Hosts the 2025 Holiday Parade at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025. Base leadership participate in the parade annually to celebrate the holiday season with the community.
Dec. 3, 2025
Vandenberg Hosts Guardian Nexus Tours at Space Launch Complex's 6 and 8

Vandenberg hosts the Guardian Nexus Tour at Space Launch Complex's 6 and 8, Dec. 3, 2025. The Guardian Nexus Tour is a proactive program for Team V members with the strategy of maintaining coordination within Vandenberg’s operational capacities.
Dec. 3, 2025
Vandenberg Hosts the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Winterfest

Team Vandenberg families group together for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Dec. 3, 2025. At the tree lighting, U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, shared his appreciation with the Vandenberg team for their work
Nov. 27, 2025
VSFB Leadership Welcomes Congressman to Serve Thanksgiving Meals to Guardians and Airmen

U.S. Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-24th/CA) joins U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, to give thanks for Vandenberg personnel at Breakers Dining Facility at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Nov. 27, 2025.