Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center

Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center AFNWC synchronizes all nuclear materiel management on behalf of Air Force Materiel Command. This is a moderated forum and all comments will be reviewed.

Notice: Content on this platform was reviewed and removed to align with the President's executive orders and DoD priorities in accordance with DoD Instruction 5400.17. The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC), established on March 31, 2006, is the nuclear-focused center within Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) synchronizing all aspects of nuclear materiel management on behalf of the AFMC comma

nder and in direct support of Air Force Global Strike Command. Headquartered at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, the center has over 2,000 military and civilian personnel at 20 locations worldwide and consists of four major ex*****on directorates: Air Delivered Capabilities; Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Systems; Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) Integration; and Nuclear Technology and Integration. It also has several functional directorates, and its commander is dual-hatted as the Air Force Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Nuclear Air Delivered systems and PEO for Nuclear Integration. In addition, the NC3 Integration director is dual-hatted as the Air Force PEO for NC3, and the ICBM Systems director is dual-hatted as the Air Force PEO for ICBMs. COMMENT POLICY:
The Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. In addition, we expect that participants will treat each other, as well as our agency and our employees, with respect. We will not allow comments that contain abusive or vulgar language, hate speech, personal attacks, comments that violate equal employment opportunity policy or are offensive to others, or similar content to remain. We will not allow comments that are spam, are clearly “off topic,” promote services or products, infringe on copyright-protected material, or contain links that do not contribute to the discussion to remain. Comments that make unsupported accusations will not be allowed. The Air Force alone will determine which comments will be posted. Any references to commercial entities, products, services or other nongovernmental organizations or individuals that remain on the site are provided solely for the information of individuals using this page. These references are not intended to reflect the opinion of the Department of the Air Force, Department of Defense, the U.S., or their employees concerning the significance, priority or importance to be given the referenced entity, product, service or organization. Such references are not an official or personal endorsement of any product, person or service, and may not be quoted or reproduced for the purpose of stating or implying Department of the Air Force endorsement or approval of any product, person or service. Any comments that report criminal activity, including suicidal behavior or sexual assault, will be reported to the appropriate authorities, including the Department of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations. Do not use this forum to:

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- Submit any claim, demand, informal or formal complaint, or any other form of legal and or administrative notice or process, or for the exhaustion of any legal and or administrative remedy. The Department of the Air Force does not guarantee or warrant that any information posted by individuals on this forum is correct, and disclaims any liability for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on any such information. The Department of the Air Force may not be able to verify, does not warrant or guarantee, and assumes no liability for anything posted on this website by any other person. The Department of the Air Force does not endorse, support or otherwise promote any private or commercial entity or the information, products or services contained on those websites that may be reached through links on our website. News media representatives are asked to address questions to the AFNWC Public Affairs (PA) office through their normal channels and to refrain from submitting questions here as comments. Reporter questions will not be posted. We recognize that the web is a 24/7 medium, and your comments are welcome at any time. However, given the need to manage federal resources, moderating and posting of comments will occur at a time determined by the PA office. Comments submitted after hours or on weekends will be reviewed as early as possible; in most cases, this means the next business day. For the benefit of robust discussion, we ask that comments remain “on-topic.” The views expressed on the site by non-federal commentators do not necessarily reflect the official views of the Department of the Air Force or the federal government. To protect your own privacy and the privacy of others, please do not include personally identifiable information, such as Social Security number, DoD ID number, Department of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations case number, phone numbers or email addresses in the body of your comment. If you do voluntarily include personally identifiable information in your comment, such as your name, that comment may or may not be removed from the page. If your comment is posted, your name will not be redacted or removed. In no circumstances will comments that contain Social Security numbers, DoD ID numbers, Department of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations case numbers, addresses, email addresses or phone numbers be allowed to remain. Thank you for taking the time to read this comment policy. We encourage your participation in our discussion and look forward to an active exchange of ideas. If you are looking for more information about the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, visit www.afnwc.af.mil.

08/31/2026

Initial Operating Capability declared for the MH-139 Grey Wolf.

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08/28/2026

Ready for some real talk on acquisition transformation?

WarU is launching a new monthly web event series, Acquisition Transformation Unfiltered, for you to hear straight from the experts.

We're excited to have Mr. James Ruocco, Performing the Duties of Assistant Secretary of War for Acquisition, for the first session, Rewiring Acquisition for Speed and Impact. Join us September 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM (EST).

This is an opportunity to hear where transformation is gaining momentum, where more traction is needed, and how urgency, ownership, and discipline translate into our day-to-day acquisition work.

Attend and earn 1 CLP.

For more info, check out: https://www.waru.edu/events/rewiring-acquisition-speed-and-impact

Working out and working hard outdoors? Make sure to stay safe! The AFNWC Safety Office offers some tips!Air Force Materi...
08/26/2026

Working out and working hard outdoors? Make sure to stay safe! The AFNWC Safety Office offers some tips!

Air Force Materiel Command Air Force Safety Center

Staying physically fit is more than just an Air Force standard — it is a core pillar of our mission readiness and personal well-being.

08/26/2026

🙌Congrats to all of AFMC's Academic Year 27 Civilian Development selects!

For the 5th consecutive year, AFMC civilians dominated the enterprise Air Force selection process, securing 625 primary and alternate quotas for leadership and professional development programs. This represents 45% of all department civilians selected for these competitive growth opportunities!

The sheer number of individuals selected in this cycle are a testament to the high caliber of our workforce. Way to go!

More: https://www.afmc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/4581455/afmc-civilians-secure-academic-year-27-development-opportunities/

08/24/2026

Keep the scores coming! If you haven’t tried one yet, jump in. HWO #6 is built around Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, including the 38-day air campaign and 100-hour ground assault. Let’s see what you got!

After Iraq invaded Kuwait in August 1990, the United States and its coalition partners began a massive deployment of forces to Saudi Arabia.

Operation Desert Shield was about deterrence and preparation. Over the months that followed, forces, equipment and combat power flowed into the region while the coalition trained, organized and prepared for what might come next.

When diplomacy failed, Operation Desert Storm began in January 1991.

The campaign opened with 38 days of sustained air operations designed to gain control of the skies, strike Iraqi forces and infrastructure, and set the conditions for the fight on the ground.

Then came the ground offensive. Coalition forces moved with speed and overwhelming combat power, liberating Kuwait. HWO #6 follows that same progression.

Phase 1 represents Desert Shield: build up, prepare and get ready.

Phase 2 represents Desert Storm: increase the intensity and execute under pressure.

Desert Shield and Desert Storm are a reminder that when thousands of Airmen execute their piece well, day after day, those individual efforts can add up to something overwhelming.

U.S. Air Force

08/17/2026

HWO #5: “Pits.” Nine rounds representing nine lives A1C William “Bill” Pitsenbarger helped save during a battle in Vietnam.

Some HWOs are harder than others. This one sits on the harder end of the spectrum. Let’s see what you got!

If you want more of the story, read on.

A1C Pitsenbarger was serving aboard “Pedro 73,” an HH-43 Husky, on April 11, 1966, when an infantry company of 134 Soldiers was surrounded near Saigon and casualties began to mount.

Rather than remain aboard the helicopter, Pits volunteered to descend into the fight. On the ground, he helped organize and expedite the evacuation of the wounded, enabling the helicopters to extract nine Soldiers over multiple sorties.

As the battle worsened, he had opportunities to leave, but he stayed.

Pits remained with the infantrymen, treated the wounded, helped redistribute ammunition and fought alongside them until he was mortally wounded.

Those nine rounds in HWO #5 represent the nine wounded Soldiers evacuated during the battle.

The workout is a small way to connect physical effort with Air Force heritage. More importantly, it is a way to remember an Airman whose courage showed what it looks like to stay when others need you most.

U.S. Air Force

08/17/2026
AFNWC personnel recently got an update on the Air Force's ongoing acquisition transformation efforts.
08/14/2026

AFNWC personnel recently got an update on the Air Force's ongoing acquisition transformation efforts.

Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center personnel recently received an update on the Air Force’s ongoing acquisition transformation efforts.

08/12/2026

HWO #4 is here! Air Force Global Strike and the bomber fleet that has been doing amazing things! This HWO honors them. For more than 70 years, the B-52 has represented endurance, adaptability and power. That same mindset has been part of Air Force fitness culture for just as long. Let’s see what you got!

U.S. Air Force

08/12/2026

Chief Wolfe presents the new CMSAF Leadership Library

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