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In case you missed it: “Mission Over Malmstrom” Open House

By Devin Doskey, 341st Missile Wing Public Affairs / Published July 15, 2019

A child tours an armored tank July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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A child tours an armored tank July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

The U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team perform July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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The U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team perform July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The demonstration and competition team consists of 24 members who travel around the United States, performing at various events. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

Airman 1st Class Chiyanna White, 341st Missile Wing public affairs broadcast journalist, left, and Staff Sgt. Ricardo Fredeling, 341st Civil Engineer Squadron Airman dorm leader, perform the National Anthem July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont
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Airman 1st Class Chiyanna White, 341st Missile Wing public affairs broadcast journalist, left, and Staff Sgt. Ricardo Fredeling, 341st Civil Engineer Squadron Airman dorm leader, perform the National Anthem July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Paul Lopez, F-22 Demo Team commander, performers aerial maneuvers July 14, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Paul Lopez, F-22 Demo Team commander, performers aerial maneuvers July 14, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The team performs air maneuvers around the globe including the power loop, split, and tail slide, as well as a high speed pass and dedication pass The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tristan Truesdell)

A family participates in a cockpit experience July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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A family participates in a cockpit experience July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

The MiG Fury Fighters perform a mock-up dogfight show July 14, 2019, the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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The MiG Fury Fighters perform a mock-up dogfight show July 14, 2019, the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, and static displays.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tristan Truesdell)

The Lightning Formation Airshows team, a fast-paced precision formation demonstration team, performs aerial stunts July 13, 2019 at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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The Lightning Formation Airshows team, a fast-paced precision formation demonstration team, performs aerial stunts July 13, 2019 at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

A B-2 Spirit performs a flyover July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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A B-2 Spirit performs a flyover July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The B-2 fleet is operated by the 509th Bomb Wing. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

Two UH-1N helicopters with the 40th Helicopter Squadron perform flight maneuvers July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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Two UH-1N helicopters with the 40th Helicopter Squadron perform flight maneuvers July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

The 341st Security Forces Squadron perform a K-9 team demonstration July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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The 341st Security Forces Squadron perform a K-9 team demonstration July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tristan Truesdell)

Mark Kirsch, strongman and entertainer, pulls a Transport Erector missile maintenance truck July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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Mark Kirsch, strongman and entertainer, pulls a Transport Erector missile maintenance truck July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. “Man vs. Impossible” has pulled aircraft, buses, firetrucks, tanks and other vehicles as a way to honor those serving in the armed forces. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Brosam)

First Lt. James McMaster, 12th Missile Squadron missileer, demonstrates the capabilities of the Missile Procedure Trainer July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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First Lt. James McMaster, 12th Missile Squadron missileer, demonstrates the capabilities of the Missile Procedure Trainer July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The MPT serves as a training tool for Airmen to hone their skills. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Beau Wade)

The MiG Fury Fighters perform a flyover July 13, 2019, the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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The MiG Fury Fighters perform a flyover July 13, 2019, the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, and static displays.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tristan Truesde)

A U.S. Army parachutist with the Golden Knights parachute team approaches his landing July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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A U.S. Army parachutist with the Golden Knights parachute team approaches his landing July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The demonstration and competition team consists of 24 members who perform at events across the country showcasing their abilities. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

UH-1N helicopters with the 40th Helicopter Squadron performs flight maneuvers July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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UH-1N helicopters with the 40th Helicopter Squadron performs flight maneuvers July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

Mark Kirsch, strongman and entertainer, makes his way to pull a Transport Erector missile maintenance truck July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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Mark Kirsch, strongman and entertainer, makes his way to pull a Transport Erector missile maintenance truck July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. “Man vs. Impossible” has pulled aircraft, buses, firetrucks, tanks and other vehicles as a way to honor those serving in the armed forces. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Brosam)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Paul Lopez, F-22 Demo Team commander, performers aerial maneuvers July 14, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Paul Lopez, F-22 Demo Team commander, performers aerial maneuvers July 14, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The team flies at airshows around the globe, performing maneuvers that demonstrate the capabilities of the fifth-generation fighter aircraft. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

Brian Correll performs stunts in his modified Pitts S2S July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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Brian Correll performs stunts in his modified Pitts S2S July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

The Shetterly Squadron aerial group perform stunts July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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The Shetterly Squadron aerial group perform stunts July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jacob M. Thompson)

A B-2 Spirit performs a flyover July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont.
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A B-2 Spirit performs a flyover July 13, 2019, at the “Mission Over Malmstrom” open house event on Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The B-2 fleet is operated by the 509th Bomb Wing. The two-day event, featured performances by aerial demonstration teams, flyovers, guided tours and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Devin Doskey)

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MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. --

Malmstrom Air Force Base opened its gates to the public last weekend, welcoming approximately 13,000 members of Great Falls and surrounding communities to the 2019 “Mission Over Malmstrom” Open House held on July 13 and 14. 

 

The two-day event featured aerial acts, exhibits and guided tours which offered experiences highlighting the mission of Malmstrom AFB and the capabilities of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Some of the aerial performances included the Air Combat Command’s F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team and UH-1N Iroquois stationed at Malmstrom AFB. A B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base and C-130 Hercules transport aircraft from the Montana Air National Guard performed flyovers with accompanying pyrotechnic displays.

Attendees got hands-on with interactive Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics exhibits. From virtual reality to robotics, flight simulators to the local Civil Air Patrol, patrons enjoyed a host of STEM experiences.

Guided tours ran every half hour and gave inside looks into Malmstrom’s daily operations. Rob Turnbow, museum director, walked attendees through the history of the Malmstrom Museum and Air Park. Visitors explored the T-41 launch facility trainer, a realistic, one-to-one replica of the launch facilities throughout the missile field used by missile maintainers and security forces defenders. Missileers demonstrated their profession in the Missile Procedure Trainer and let guests take the launch controls.

On behalf of Team Malmstrom, thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and most of all, community for helping us make the 2019 “Mission Over Malmstrom” Open House a success.