PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – The Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS) Fire & Emergency Services, a unit under Space Base Delta 1, will be conducting controlled live burn training exercises on June 10, 2026.

The training exercises are scheduled to take place between noon and 4 p.m.

During these times, residents, businesses, and neighboring agencies may see visible smoke, flames, and an increased presence of emergency vehicles near the installation. Because these are routine, controlled exercises conducted under strict safety supervision at the CMSFS training facility, officials request that the public please do not call 911 if smoke is seen from the station during these hours.

This training is vital for ensuring that our military emergency responders remain fully prepared and certified. It guarantees the ongoing protection of our personnel, critical national defense infrastructure, and the surrounding community in close coordination with our mutual aid partners.

For questions or comments, please reach out to Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs at: SBD1.PA@spaceforce.mil

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U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. – Col. Paul J. Brehm assumed command of the 306th Flying Training Group from Col. Nancy E. Taylor during a change of command ceremony at Davis Field on the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado, June 3, 2026.

The 306th FTG provides soaring, powered flight, jump, and overall Airmanship training to the Academy’s more than 4,000 cadets. The group runs the third-busiest airfield in the U.S. Air Force, with over 27,000 sorties and 22,000 jumps each year.

“Col. Taylor, you have been the amazing leader that the 306th needed,” said Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind, who presided over the ceremony. “Over the past three years you have led the 306th through significant transformation. Most recently, bringing the 306th back to USAFA.”

On April 1, under the guidance of Col. Taylor, a 2001 Academy graduate, the 306th FTG was realigned from the Air Education and Training Command to the Academy. The realignment returns the group to direct Academy oversight for the first time since 2004. With this move, the FTG became a major unit under the Academy headquarters, a move designed to strengthen the Academy’s Airmanship program and further integrate flying training with cadet development.

“What an incredible experience it has been to watch as we mold the next generation of our Air Force and Space Force leaders,” said Col. Taylor. “What we do (at the 306th) isn’t about the numbers; it is what we do with every individual flight and jump. It is about telling a cadet that they are going to control an aircraft by themselves. It is about the airmanship that we instill in the Air Force’s youngest instructor pilots.”

“Under Nancy’s leadership, airmanship was embedded into our most recent Validation exercises as well as our Culminating Exercises, promoting airmindedness into the entire cadet wing,” said Lt. Gen. Bauernfeind. “Nancy, your focus on standards and commitment to cadet airmanship has set a high standard and has set the pathway for the future of the 306th.”

Col. Taylor leaves the Academy to become the commander of the 314th Airlift Wing at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas.

A 2004 graduate of the Academy, Col. Brehm’s prior assignment was as the Academy’s Division Chief for Future Operations, where he was responsible for the planning, coordination, and integration of operations and activities across the installation.

“Paul has already done incredible work in support of our Academy and the airmanship mission,” said Lt. Gen. Bauernfeind. “He brings an unmatched level of combat-tested leadership and operational experience to our Academy. … He understands not only where our cadets are today, but where they are going,” he added. “He knows exactly what our Air Force and Space Force need in tomorrow’s warriors and leaders.”

Lt. Gen. Bauernfeind instructed Col. Brehm to continue building on the 306th’s momentum, prioritize airmanship, maintain a laser focus on standards and safety, continue fostering deliberate leadership for cadets, and create an atmosphere where the demands of military training, academics, and competitive athletics are integrated in harmony.

“I look forward to working alongside you as we continue to graduate the best second lieutenants,” Col. Brehm said to the 306th FTG and Academy personnel in attendance at the ceremony.

 “We are the first experience that many of our cadets will have with a professional military aviation organization,” said Col. Brehm. “Our task is to educate, train, and inspire these future officers to a lifetime of aviation service. We also have the opportunity to provide them with a solid foundation from which to succeed as air-minded leaders. Every flight, every jump, every engagement we have with cadets is a chance to introduce them into the culture of discipline, professionalism, and standards that underlies all Air Force aviation.”

PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – Beginning June 15, Peterson Boulevard will be temporarily closed from Paine Street north to Vandenberg Street (north), including the Peterson North Gate, to facilitate critical base infrastructure improvements.

Key Details:
o Start Date: June 15
o Duration: Approximately 40 days (subject to weather conditions)
o Reason: Comprehensive road replacement and paving operations
o Impact: The North Gate will be closed, and traffic delays are anticipated in the surrounding areas.

Safety & Travel Guidance:
o Personnel and visitors are advised to plan for alternate routes and expect potential traffic delays.
o Drivers must exercise increased caution when navigating near the affected zones.
o For safety purposes, pedestrians are strictly prohibited from walking through or entering the construction area.

We appreciate the community's patience and cooperation as we complete this vital infrastructure upgrade.

For questions or comments, please reach out to Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs at: SBD1.PA@spaceforce.mil

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PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – Peterson Space Force Base has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Commander in Chief’s Annual Award for Installation Excellence. This honor is bestowed upon only one installation from each of the five military service branches and the Defense Logistics Agency each year, establishing Peterson SFB as the premier installation for management within the U.S. Space Force. The award recognizes the high level of mission support, quality of life, unit morale, real property management, healthcare, security, and public relations provided at Peterson SFB.

This recognition caps off a highly decorated period for Peterson SFB. In Fiscal Year 2025, Peterson’s achievements were recognized with an impressive array of awards from multiple levels of command to include 28 U.S. Space Force level awards, 12 Combat Forces Command level awards, six Air Force Material Command level awards, and four Department of the Air Force level awards.

In addition to its operational success, Peterson remains deeply invested in the growth of its people. This commitment is reflected in the recent promotion of 1,200 assigned personnel, alongside 680 individuals advancing their college education. These milestones highlight Peterson’s relentless drive for excellence. By investing in Guardians, Airman and their families, Peterson solidifies its critical role in the larger Space Force mission.

In celebration of this significant achievement, Peterson SFB will receive a commemorative trophy, an Installation Excellence flag, and a congratulatory letter from the President of the United States.

This award was established by President Ronald Reagan in 1985 and is meant to encourage commanders to foster an environment that promotes innovative and creative ways of enhancing base-level services, facilities, and quality of life.

To learn more about the Commander in Chief’s Annual Award for Installation Excellence please visit: https://www.acq.osd.mil/eie/docs/library/media/2026-CinCAnnual-Awards-Winners-Installation-Narratives.pdf 

To learn more about Peterson SFB’s Commanding Officer, Col. Kenneth F. L. Klock, please visit: https://www.petersonschriever.spaceforce.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/3835560/kenneth-f-l-klock/
 

For questions or comments, please reach out to Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs at: SBD1.PA@spaceforce.mil 
 

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