A U.S. Air Force MH-139 Grey Wolf assigned to the 40th Helicopter Squadron conducts its first operational mission alongside 341st Missile Security Operations Squadron convoys at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Jan. 8, 2026. The transition to the Grey Wolf strengthens nuclear deterrence operations by providing an agile and survivable transport platform for tactical response forces to protect critical assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla)
At A Glance
Strategic Facility Dedication: USACE Omaha District and the U.S. Air Force hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 14, 2026, for a new nuclear enterprise support facility.
Dual Squadron Co-Location: Houses both the 37th Helicopter Squadron and the 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron (MSOS) Tactical Response Force (TRF).
MH-139A Grey Wolf Integration: Serves as the operational hub for the MH-139A Grey Wolf fleet, replacing Vietnam-era UH-1N Huey aircraft supporting ICBM security.
Multi-Agency Execution: Delivered by USACE Omaha District’s F.E. Warren Resident Office in partnership with the 90th Missile Wing, Air Force Global Strike Command, and AFCEC.
Nuclear Enterprise Lethality: Combines aircraft maintenance hangars, tactical response force operational quarters, and advanced training infrastructure in a single complex.
Editor’s Note: The following is from the USACE Omaha District and the U.S. Air Force, curated by America’s Engineers for commercial contractor and industry visibility. The original report can be found at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers news repository.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Air Force marked a significant milestone in national nuclear defense infrastructure with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 14, 2026, for the new 37th Helicopter Squadron and 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron Tactical Response Force building.
Leadership from USACE and the U.S. Air Force formally cut the ribbon during the August 14, 2026 dedication ceremony.
The project utilizes modern military construction to house both the 37th Helicopter Squadron and the 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron Tactical Response Force. Opened during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 14, 2026, the building serves as the new home for the MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter, providing Airmen with the space and technology needed to train, maintain aircraft, and respond whenever called upon.
Exterior view of the newly constructed Helicopter and Tactical Response Force operations building. (Photo by Makenzie Leonard)
The USACE Omaha District was at the forefront of the effort in creating partnerships — working alongside the 90th Missile Wing, Air Force Global Strike Command, the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, and industry partners to bring the project to life. This included providing engineering expertise, construction oversight and coordination for the massive project.
“The MH-139 Grey Wolf represents the future of security and support operations for America’s intercontinental ballistic missile enterprise,” said Lt. Col. Elijah McMahan, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District deputy commander, West.
An MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter inside the modern maintenance hangar at F.E. Warren AFB. (Photo by Makenzie Leonard)
The structure’s purpose extends far beyond simply storing aircraft.
“This is not a helicopter hangar — this is a helicopter and tactical response force operations building. It is for the entire nuclear security enterprise,” said Col. Bryant Bevan, 582nd Helicopter Group commander. “This is a symbol of the beginning of what we are going to do in the nuclear security enterprise.”
For decades, the strategic deterrence mission has relied on legacy airframes. The transition to the Grey Wolf, paired with this modern facility, marks a critical shift in capabilities for the joint force.
Operational and training spaces tailored for the 90th Missile Security Operations Squadron TRF. (Photo by Makenzie Leonard)
“While the Vietnam-era aircraft has served us for well over half a century, now you’re going to start hearing a new sound of freedom coming from the Grey Wolf,” Bevan added. “It’s going to be the sound of lethality through modernization, powered by Airmen.”
To ensure the successful implementation of the project, professionals from the Omaha District’s F.E. Warren Resident Office remained committed to solving problems and ensuring quality control throughout the entire construction process.
USACE Omaha District project personnel and Air Force partners tour the operational facility. (Photo by Makenzie Leonard)
According to McMahan, the utilization of these strong partnerships was essential to overcoming challenges and delivering the project.
“The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers often says we deliver engineering solutions for our nation’s toughest challenges,” McMahan said. “Today is another example of that promise in action. We are proud to have partnered with the Air Force to deliver a facility that strengthens readiness, supports the warfighter, and reinforces our nation’s strategic deterrent.”
This article was originally published by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under the title, “USACE, Air Force open modernized Helicopter and Tactical Response Force facility to support nuclear enterprise.” Reposted with permission.
