Boeing B-52D Stratofortress.

A U.S. Air Force B-1b Lancer from the 37th Bomb Squadron, 28th Bomb Wing, is prepared for a load of training bombs at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., June 26, 2006. Ellsworth is conducting a Phase II Exercise, Badlands Express 06-04, to prepare for an upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection in July. (U.S. Air Force Photo By: SrA Michael B. Keller)(Released)

A 37th Bomb Squadron B-1b Lancer awaits pre-flight inspections at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., May 23, 2006. Ellsworth is conducting a Phase II Exercise, Badlands Express 06-03, to prepare for an upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection in July. (U.S. Air Force Photo By: SrA Michael B. Keller)(Released)

B-1 Lancer.

Wayne Kolve, a crew chief assigned to the 28th Civil Engineer Squadron, places a firefighter helmet on a child’s head during a Base Appreciation Day at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 16, 2017. The event was hosted in recognition of the U.S. Air Force’s 70th Anniversary, and included static aircraft displays, bouncy castles, display tables from different base agencies and a B-1 bomber high-speed flyover. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

A 37th Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer takes off from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 18, 2006. Ellsworth is conducting a Phase II Exercise, Coronet White 06-ACC-16, during their Operational Readiness Inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released by 1Lt Carrie Kessler, 28th BW/PA)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Logan, a firefighter with 28th Civil Engineer Squadron, ignites fuel, starting a pit fire at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., June 19, 2009. Ellsworth firefighters use pit fires to train new Airmen and Department of Defense civilian firefighters. Pit fires are also used as refresher training for all 28th Bomb Wing firefighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Anthony Sanchelli/Released)

Vultee BT-13 Valiant.

AGM-28A Hound Dog stand-off cruise missile, with AIR-2 Genie at left.

Rockwell B-1B Lancer of the 34 BS from Ellsworth AFB participating in a Green Flag exercise during the 2014 Nellis AFB Open House and Air Show. A review of the airshow can be found online at: www.theaviationmagazine.com/2014_Nellis_Aviation_Nation_A...

B-1B Lancers are parked on the flightline at Ellsworth Air Force Base. Carrying the largest payload of both guided and unguided weapons in the Air Force inventory, the multi-mission B-1 is the backbone of America’s long-range bomber force.

I toured the base on September 12, 2012.

ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D. -- Senior Airman Benjamin Rongey, a 28th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems technician, performs a burpee exercise during the 2012 Mud Run here Oct. 23, 2012. Several obstacles on the course tested the ability to memorize information and answer questions correctly at a later time. If participants answered incorrectly, they were required to complete 30 burpees. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kate Thornton-Maurer)

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Col. John R. Edwards, 28th Bomb Wing Commander, steps onto his B-1 bomber at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 6, 2017. During the flight, the crew’s mission was to simulate performing close air support with the Air Force Joint-Terminal Attack Controllers to deliver weapons against an enemy target within the Powder River Training Complex airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donald C. Knechtel)

U.S. Air Force Captain Chris Hawn from the 34th Bomb Squadron, 28th Bomb Wing, completes pre-flight checks for a B-1B Lancer at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., July 18, 2006. Ellsworth is conducting a Phase II Exercise, Coronet White 06-ACC-16, during their Operational Readiness Inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released by 1Lt Carrie Kessler, 28th BW/PA)

Sparky, Ellsworth Fire Safety Dog gives hugs and high fives to the children.

Families attending the annual Back to School Round Up event wait in line to receive free school supplies in the Pride Hangar on Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 26, 2017. Airmen and families were given the opportunity to receive supplies such as backpacks, pencils and notebooks before the 2017-2018 school year began. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nicolas Z. Erwin)

Chasity Mitchell, the family matters coordinated with the Air Force Sergeants Association, holds the Volunteer Excellence Award at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 19, 2017. The Volunteer Excellence Award recognizes federal civilians, family members, military retirees, and federal retirees with exceptional long term community support – not just a single act or achievement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Donald C. Knechtel)

28th Bomb Wing personnel and dependents swim during the first part of a triathlon at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Aug. 30, 2007. The triathlon is a three part race consisting of a 1/4 mile swim, a 9 mile bike ride, and a 1 1/2 mile run. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)

A B-52H Stratofortress, piloted by Airmen from the 96th Bomb squadron, awaits take off at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. Aug. 11, 2014. The flight was part of PANAMAX 2014, an annual, USSOUTHCOM-sponsored exercise. PANAMAX 2014 is a multinational exercise that incorporates participants from Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and the U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Imwalle/Released)

52-1548 Martin EB-57B Canberra South Dakota Air & Space Museum,

Col. John Edwards, commander of the 28th Bomb Wing, provides remarks on Ola “Millie” Rexroat during a building dedication in her honor at Ellsworth Air Force Base, Oct. 2, 2017. Capt. Ola “Millie” Rexroat, a member of the WASP corps in 1944, the only recorded member of Native American descent, will now have her legacy live on through the airfield operations building, and be remembered by all who walk through its doors. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Donald C. Knechtel)

U.S. Senator John Thune, left, and U.S. Representative Stephanie Herseth Sandlin listen to opening remarks during the grand opening ceremony of the Air Force Financial Services Center (AFFSC) at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 14, 2007. The AFFSC is an Air Force wide transaction processing and contact center that will save the Air Force $210 million dollars and almost 600 manpower positions. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)

Here's me lookin at ya from the sinister side of the dual engines of this bad boy. At this range, if they turn on the afterburners...I'll see you in hell.

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from the 34th Bomb Squadron takes off at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., March 06, 2007. Ellsworth is conducting an Operational Readiness Exercise in preparation for a scheduled Operational Readiness Inspection later this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released by SrA Josh Mosier, 28th BW/PA)

Staff Sgt. Jeremiah Messimer, a structural craftsman with the 28th Civil Engineer Squadron, Ellsworth AFB, S.D., uses a power saw to cut out pieces for a drop-arm gate during a Phase II Operational Readiness Inspection Oct. 14, 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Anthony Sanchelli)

U.S. Airmen with the 28th Maintenance Squadron prepare a B-1B ''Lancer'' aircraft March 27, 2011, at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., to support Operation Odyssey Dawn in Libya.

U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets move their targets further away during M9 pistol qualification at the Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., firing range, Aug. 15, 2007. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)

A U.S. Air Force B-1b Lancer from the 34th Bomb Squadron, 28th Bomb Wing, takes off at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., June 08, 2006. (U.S. Air Force Photo By: SrA Michael B. Keller)(Released)

A B-1B Lancer from Dyess Air Force Base (AFB), Texas, lands at Ellsworth AFB, S.D., Sept. 17, 2007. Ellsworth will temporarily house an additional 550 Airmen and 20 B-1 aircraft during the repair of 6,600 feet of runway at Dyess. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)

F-105 Thunderchief model.

F-105 Thunderchief model.

Republic F-84F Thunderstreak, the swept-wing version of the F-84 Thunderjet.

AGM-28A Hound Dog stand-off missile.

61-0262 USAF | Boeing EC-135A Looking Glass | South Dakota Air & Space Museum

A member of Cub Scouts Pack 74 marches during a parade in downtown Rapid City, S.D., Nov. 11, 2007. Rapid City hosted this parade down Main Street in honor of all those who have served and are currently serving in the United States armed forces on Veterans Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)

C-54 Skymaster.

Minuteman II missile control center.

U.S. Senator John Thune addresses members of the 28th Bomb Wing and their guests during the Air Force Ball at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., Sept. 22, 2007. Ellsworth is hosting this ball in commemoration of the Air Force's 60th anniversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)

North American F-100 Super Saber.

Members of the 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, inspect and prepare a B-1 for deployment Sept. 5, 2003. Ellsworth is deploying people and assets to the Central Command Area of Responsibility in support of Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom and the President's Global War on Terrorism.

U.S. Air Force Photo By: A1C Michael Keller

9mm ammunition and magazines are set on a window sill in preparation for U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets to use during M9 pistol qualification at the Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., firing range, Aug. 15, 2007. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Michael B. Keller)(Released)