When did Malmstrom AFB close?

On Aug. 15, 2008, the 564th Missile Squadron inactivated at Malmstrom AFB, as the last ICBM squadron inactivated to that point. The 564th MS had been the first operational ICBM squadron in the United States when it first activated at F. E. Warren AFB, Wyoming, in 1958.

What does Malmstrom Air Force Base do?

The 341st Missile Wing, headquartered at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, is one of three U.S. Air Force Bases that operates, maintains and secures the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

Does Malmstrom AFB have a hospital?

Malmstrom AFB, MT – Hospital The hospital also has surgical resources as well as laboratory and radiological services. For more information about the hospital, call 406-455-5000.

How many people are stationed at Malmstrom AFB?

about 4,000
The base has about 4,000 active-duty military and civilian members assigned. Approximately 2,500 family members live and work on and around the base, and an estimated 6,500 veterans live in the local area.

How many missiles does Malmstrom AFB have?

200 missiles
Construction on the 564th SMS began in March 1965. The fourth squadron gave the 341st Missile Wing a total strength of 200 missiles spread throughout a 13,800-square mile complex, making it the largest missile complex in the world.

What Air Force bases are there in Montana?

There is only one military base in the entire state of Montana. No other military branch keeps bases in MT. Malmstrom AFB is in charge of ICBMs along with a couple other bases.

How big is Malmstrom AFB?

about 28,606 acres
The Malmstrom AFB occupies about 28,606 acres in the Cascade County to the south of Missouri river. The Malmstrom Missile Complex sprawls across 13,800 square miles, through seven counties across the north-central Montana region. It has 150 Minuteman III ICBM silo sites and 15 missile alert facilities.

Where to stay at Malmstrom Air Force base?

Malmstrom AFB, MT – Lodging. Malmstrom Inn. 7028 4th Ave N. Bldg. 1680. Great Falls, MT 59405. Phone: (406) 727-8600 or (406) 731-3394. DSN: 632-3394.

What does the Air Force have to do with Malmstrom?

Air Force recognizes Diversity and Inclusion Council efforts Air Force recognizes Diversity and Inclusion Council efforts Malmstrom’s first line of defense Malmstrom’s first line of defense Malmstrom’s Key Spouse Program Malmstrom’s Key Spouse Program Malmstrom sweeps four-peat, GSC ’21 trophies Malmstrom sweeps four-peat, GSC ’21 trophies

What is it like to stay at the Malmstrom Inn?

Guests have access to internet in every room, the on-base shuttle, and an exercise room. The Malmstrom Inn is the 24-hour arrival point, and can help contact sponsors. Lodging rooms are limited, but PCSing airmen have priority – PCSing out first priority, PCSing in second.

What’s new at Malmstrom?

Malmstrom, Great Falls Public Schools to create new education opportunities Air Force recognizes Diversity and Inclusion Council efforts Malmstrom’s first line of defense Malmstrom’s Key Spouse Program