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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Mark Weatherington, Eighth Air Force and Commander Joint-Global Strike Operations Center, passes the unit flag to Col. Daniel Diehl, in-coming 509th Bomb Wing commander, during the 509th BW change of command ceremony, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 16, 2021. Diehl transitioned to Whiteman AFB from Dyess AFB, Texas, where he commanded the 7th Operations Group -- Air Force Global Strike Command’s largest B-1 bomb group. At Whiteman, Diehl will be responsible for the combat readiness of the Air Force’s only B-2 Spirit wing and supporting installation functions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman First Class Victoria Hommel)

509th Bomb Wing Change of Command Ceremony

During the ceremony, Col. Mark Reynolds, 509th Medical Group commander, passed the unit flag to Lt. Col. Jessica Dees as a symbol of the continuity of authority between the outgoing and incoming commanders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Heather Salazar)

Lt. Col. Jessica Dees takes command of the 509th Healthcare Operations Squadron

Deterrence through Education

From Harvard to Kirtland, AFGSC has a program for you

U.S. Air Force Capt. Benjamin Fogarty, 509th Bomb Wing innovation director, and U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Paul Olexa, 509th BW innovation assistant, highlight Stealthwerx Whiteman Air Force Base’s Innovation Office, and the services it provides. This video was created to highlight the support the Innovation Office provides to Airmen. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Parker J. McCauley)

509th BW Innovation Office supports Airmen, makes ideas into reality

Lambert received the Thomas N. Barnes Crew Chief of the Year Award for her work as the dedicated crew chief of the Spirit of New York, to reward her achievements she earned the opportunity to fly in the stealth bomber.

It only takes blood, sweat, tears

First female crew chief flies in B-2 Spirit

U.S. Air Force Statement Motto Graphic. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Rosario "Charo" Gutierrez)

Jet Mechanics aid Kansas Speedway

Reserve Airmen utilize skills to continue KC races

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	“In good hands”: Diehl takes command of 509th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base

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Practicing the Pillars Podcast - Episode 23: “Share Your Story”

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March 18, 2021 | 10:20

Practicing the Pillars Podcast provides a unique opportunity for Team Whiteman service members to discuss their stories of resiliency and how they used the Pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness to overcome obstacles. The four pillars, which include: mental health, spiritual wellness, physical fitness and healthy social networks, form the foundations of Comprehensive Airman Fitness and lead to a healthier, more fulfilled life. In this episode of PTP, Tech. Sgt. Guy Colburn, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks about owning his narrative and moving his life forward. (U.S. Air Force courtesy audio)

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DISPOSITION OF PERSONAL EFFECTS

1^st Lt Tyler Harlow is authorized to make disposition of the personal effects of Airman 1^st Class Zixuan Fang, deceased, 509^th Logistics Readiness Squadron, as stated in AFI 34-511, Disposition of Personal Property and Effects. Any person having claims for or against Airman 1^st Class Fang should contact Lt. Harlow at 660-687-1137