The blast door of a launch control center frames U.S. Air Force nuclear and missile operations officers assigned to the 490th Missile Squadron during an alert handover at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, April 11, 2026. U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Teniya Caldwell
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AFA in Action: Grant Supports Air Force Missileer Hall of Fame
July 28, 2026
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The Air & Space Forces Association awarded a grant for new digital displays of the Air Force Missileer Hall of Fame at selected museums.
The grant, awarded by AFA’s History & Heritage Committee, supports the Association of Air Force Missileers’ Hall of Fame, which recognizes individuals who made significant contributions to Air Force missile heritage. The first members were announced in 2024.
Jim Simons, a former AFA vice chair of the board for field operations, identified the need for funding and worked to find a way to support installing electronic screens at the Strategic Air Command Museum in Nebraska and the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Ohio.
Each display will feature a honoree’s photo and a summary of the accomplishments that led to their selection, with users able to search for specific individuals or browse the full list.
Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.org
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