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July 21, 2025
27th Special Operations Wing holds Command Chief change of responsibility ceremony

The 27th Special Operations Wing held a change of responsibility, as U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Gunnell assumed responsibility as the 27th SOW’s twelfth command chief during a ceremony held here, July 21, 2025.
July 21, 2025
Air Commando spouse recognized as Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year

U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Johnston, 27th Special Operations Wing commander, presented the Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year award to Taylor Ferguson at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, July 18, 2025.
July 18, 2025
News Release: Cannon Air Force Base hosts New Mexico Environment Department for hazardous waste inspection

Cannon Air Force Base hosted an impromptu environmental compliance inspection from the New Mexico Environment Department Resource Protection Compliance and Enforcement Bureau, here, from July 14 to 15.
July 17, 2025
The Exchange Marks 130th Anniversary With Special Savings and Promotions

In celebration of 130 years of service to the military community, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering limited-time promotions to those who serve to commemorate this historic anniversary.
July 15, 2025
The Steadfast Line provides EPIC activities for Air Commandos

The Steadfast Line is now offering the Exclusive Program Initiative for Commandos, or EPIC, aiming to connect Air Commandos and their families with people of similar interests through various activities.EPIC integrates key resiliency components and targets specific audiences to enhance daily
July 14, 2025
SOUTHERN STAR ’25: 27th Special Operations Wing projects power with partners in Chile

SANTIAGO, Chile — From the sunbaked airstrips of Antofagasta to the bustling port of Valparaíso and the icy channels of Punta Arenas, elite troops from six nations dove into SOUTHERN STAR ’25, Latin America’s premier multinational special operations exercise. Designed around a simulated United
July 8, 2025
Cannon focuses on Quality of Life updates

Cannon Air Force Base continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to improving the quality of life for its Airmen and their families through a series of recent initiatives and ongoing projects.One of the most visible improvements is the newly constructed community playground in base housing. The
June 12, 2025
Steadfast Line expands CDL training program

The 27th Special Operations Wing’s ground transportation is expanding its commercial driver’s license (CDL) program to offer opportunities for Air Commandos in all Air Force Specialty Codes to receive the training, as well as endorsements for more vehicles.
June 5, 2025
Cannon AFB opens new PFAS treatment facility

As part of a series of ongoing efforts to remediate per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in water near Cannon AFB, the U.S. Air Force Civil Engineer Center recently opened a treatment facility at the Southeast corner of the installation designed to mitigate any further migration of PFAS
June 3, 2025
Cannon Air Force Base hosts 16th annual Medic Rodeo

The 27th Special Operations Wing hosted the 16th annual Medic Rodeo at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, from May 12–15, 2025. Eighteen teams from across the Air Force traveled to the Steadfast Line to participate in several days of training scenarios.This initiative is designed to ensure the U.S.