News - Tag USSF

Nov. 19, 2024
GT-251 Patching Ceremony

The patching ceremony commemorates Vandenberg’s launches and highlights the launch team that enables the mission.
Nov. 18, 2024
USecAF underscores Vandenberg’s role in national security

Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton visited Vandenberg Space Force Base, Nov. 14, 2024, to meet with Guardians and Airmen and gain a better understanding of the base’s diverse missions.This marked Dalton’s first immersion at a Space Force Base in her current role, providing an important
Nov. 18, 2024
VANDENBERG TO CONDUCT SEMI-ANNUAL ACTIVE SHOOTER EXERCISE

Space Launch Delta 30 will conduct a routine semi-annual active-shooter base exercise Nov. 19-20.
Nov. 12, 2024
Association of Air Force Missileers Visits Vandenberg

The 377th Test and Evaluation Group hosted a lunch for the Association of Air Force Missileers at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 25, 2024. The convention attendees toured the base and learned how Vandenberg trains members and tests Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles.
Nov. 7, 2024
U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations visits Vandenberg Space Force Base

U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman meets with Vandenberg base personnel at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Oct. 10, 2024. During the visit, Saltzman discussed the critical mission of Space Launch Delta 30 and Vandenberg, meeting with installation leadership, and
Nov. 7, 2024
Vandenberg’s Newest Chief Master Sgt. Selects

Vandenberg chiefs, 30th Civil Engineer Squadron members, and Vandenberg members pose for a photo with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. select Brian Edwards-Turner, Space Forces-Space HQ Staff senior enlisted leader, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. select William Pritchett, 30th Civil Engineer
Nov. 6, 2024
Minuteman III Test Launch Showcases Readiness of U.S. Nuclear Force's Safe, Effective Deterrent

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during an operational test at 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time Nov. 5, 2024, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. ICBM test launches demonstrate that the U.S. ICBM fleet is ready, reliable and effective in leveraging dominance in an era
Nov. 1, 2024
Fall 2024 VSFB Hawkulture Day: Growing Morale Together

Twice a year, VSFB hosts a morale day for the installation to partake in team-building exercises, connect with each other, and continue building a culture while supporting the mission together.
Oct. 31, 2024
Prime BEEF Day: 30th Civil Engineer Squadron Trains for Real-World Challenges

This intensive, all-encompassing training day is called Prime BEEF (Base Engineer Emergency Force) Day, where members from the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES), 21st CES from Peterson Space Force Base, and 61st Civil Engineer and Logistics Squadron (CELS) from Los Angeles Air Force Base
Oct. 31, 2024
Spaceport Spotlight: 30th Civil Engineer Squadron

In this iteration of the Vandenberg Spaceport Spotlight, members of the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron discuss their critical role in maintaining Vandenberg Space Force Base. From ensuring launch infrastructure to preserving cultural resources, the squadron emphasizes the teamwork required to support