Global Thunder
Global Thunder is an annual U.S. nuclear strategic command and control exercise meant to create realistic training activities against simulated opposition, with the goal to improve and maintain nuclear readiness and strategic deterrent capabilities. This training involves increased bomber flights, missileer training, and SSBN readiness, verifying reliability and resilience of the nuclear triad.
History
Global Thunder has been held annually since the first documented GT training exercise in 2014, GT 15. The exercises commonly start around the end of October to the beginning of November and last for approximately 10 days.Global Thunder 15
GT 15 lasted for an 11-day period from October 17–28, 2014.Participants
Global Thunder 16
GT 16's military training exercise started on the November 2, 2015.Participants
- Barksdale AFB, Louisiana
- Minot AFB, North Dakota
- Whiteman AFB, Missouri
- F.E. Warren AFB, Wyoming
- Malmstrom AFB, Montana