June 12, 2026 The Steadfast Line opens STARBASE facility The Steadfast Line cut the ribbon on a brand new Department of War STARBASE facility June 11, 2026, here, bringing hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics education to students from surrounding communities.
June 10, 2026 Wings Over Cannon 2026 draws thousands to celebrate airpower, heritage, and community The 27th Special Operations Wing welcomed approximately 9,000 attendees to Wings Over Cannon 2026, as community members from across eastern New Mexico, West Texas and the surrounding region gathered to celebrate airpower, heritage, and community, June 6.
June 6, 2026 Wings Over Cannon Air Show takes flight today The 27th Special Operations Wing welcomes the public to Wings Over Cannon 2026, taking place today at Cannon Air Force Base.
June 5, 2026 Cannon AFB trials new Hydrogen Energy Program to provide alternate power for water supply The Hydrogen Energy Generation and Optimization pilot program, known as HEGO, uses innovative power generation technology as a reliable, safe and scalable power source to maintain critical service infrastructure operations during outages, enhancing energy and water resilience.
June 3, 2026 Wings Over Cannon 2026: Visitor Guide and Event Information – Updates! Cannon Air Force Base will host Wings Over Cannon on June 6, 2026. The event will feature aerial demonstrations, static aircraft displays, STEM exhibits, food vendors, live music and family-friendly activities throughout the day.
May 27, 2026 MEDIA ADVISORY: Wings Over Cannon set to host media during Friday rehearsal Local and regional media representatives are invited to attend the Wings Over Cannon rehearsal, here, June 5, 2026.
May 27, 2026 Four Airmen honored with Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award The Air Force recognized four Airmen for their exceptional leadership qualities during the 2026 Lance P. Sijan Award ceremony at the Pentagon, presented by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach.
May 21, 2026 Dedicated crew chief program returns to Cannon flightline A maintenance squadron assigned to the 27th Special Operations Wing recently reinstated its Dedicated Crew Chief program, rebuilding a maintenance initiative designed to foster aircraft maintenance ownership, strengthen mentorship, and enhance mission readiness.
May 19, 2026 GBU-39B enters service with MQ-9 Reaper at Cannon Air Force Special Operations Command’s MQ-9 Reaper fleet assigned to the 27th Special Operations Wing added the GBU-39B Small Diameter Bomb Weapon System to its operational arsenal in the spring of 2026.
May 18, 2026 27th Special Operations Wing will host Industry Day in Lubbock The 27th Special Operations Wing will host its annual Industry Day on Friday, June 12 beginning at 8 a.m. in Lubbock, Texas.