• Support from wingmen helps defy once-impossible goals

    Since I can remember, I have always had an aspiration to join the Air Force, but joining meant an ample amount of physical activity, even after basic training, with yearly, if not twice yearly, physical fitness tests. A timed, mile-and-a-half run is the standard distance ran on the cardiovascular

  • CSAF to Airmen: focus on dignity, respect

    To the Airmen of the United States Air Force: Last month, we launched the Airman to Airman video series as a way for me to communicate directly with you on the important issues I think you need to know about. Recently, I met with your wing commanders here in DC and talked to them about a number of

  • "Spirit of Washington" rises from the ashes

    Like the mythical Phoenix, the "Spirit of Washington" has risen from the ashes, ready to strike anywhere, anytime.The "Spirit of Washington" participated in its first training mission at Whiteman Air Force Base, Dec. 16, after an engine fire in 2010 badly damaged the aircraft.After three years and

  • Team Whiteman prepares for CCRI

    Airmen from the 509th Communications Squadron are preparing for an inspection next year by a team from the Defense Information Systems Agency as part of a Command Cyber Readiness Inspection from March 10-14.The CCRI focuses on cyberspace capabilities and is used by U.S. Cyber Command to maintain

  • Balfour Beatty celebrates Community Center grand opening

    Balfour Beatty Communities unveiled their new multi-facility complex during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Dec. 13 at Whiteman. The new facility, which features a Recreation Center, Community Center and Maintenance Facility, is open to Whiteman family housing residents. "I've lived here for more than 5

  • Asking for help

    In the 1990's it was not uncommon for an Airman to hear the phrase "Suck it up!" It was also rare to find the supervisor who would encourage Airmen to seek help to work through mental health concerns. It seemed the Senior Noncommissioned Officers were worried more about maintaining the appearance of