It is an absolute honor and privilege to be entrusted with the command of one of the most powerful combat wings in the greatest air force on earth. “To say that I’m excited to be here, to say that I’m humbled to be here is an understatement. “I am looking forward to continuing that tremendous partnership that you’ve built over the last 80 years between the base and the community,” he said. Now, at the 341st MW, Little will focus his responsibility to one 13,800 square mile missile complex and oversee the wing’s mission of defending America with combat-ready Airmen and ICBM forces.Īfter officially taking command, Little had the opportunity to address Team Malmstrom for the first time.
”Īfter departing Malmstrom, Feugate Opperman will go on to the Pentagon to serve on the Joint Staff as assistant deputy director of command, control and nuclear operations.Īfter the award presentation came the official changing of command and passing of the guidon, a tradition dating back to 1775 that allows members of a unit to officially recognize the authority of the incoming commander and honor the service of the outgoing commander.īefore taking command, Little was the 20th Air Force vice commander where he worked with Lutton to oversee the operation, maintenance, security and support of the Air Force’s ICBM force. “Everything that was read in my Legion of Merit was done by you I’ve just had the great fortune to help support and advocate for you. “I want to thank all the Airmen of Malmstrom,” Feugate Opperman said. 5, 2020, including her leadership throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, fostering an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion and leading the wing to win a fourth consecutive Blanchard Trophy for best intercontinental ballistic missile wing.
Gmod PAC3 WW2 German physical fitness badge, by Toni Maisema: Aug 31st. The award was presented for her accomplishments during her command of the 341st MW, beginning Aug. Armys Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System (IBCS) and F-35. “Two years ago we handed the flag to the 341st Missile Wing, one of the three most powerful combat units in our United States Air Force and has been nothing but magnificent as far as a leader, a mentor and a coach,” Lutton said.
The ceremony began with the singing of the National Anthem followed by remarks from Lutton and then the presentation of a Legion of Merit award to Feugate Opperman. Barry Little during a ceremony at Medal of Honor Park today. Michael Lutton, 20th Air Force commander, facilitated a change in command of the 341st Missile Wing and Malmstrom Air Force Base from Col.
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