Detachment 811: Keeping Whiteman AFB Safe

The Department of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (OSI), like many military organizations, has a rich history and has influenced popular culture and movies. “Men in Black” draws its inspiration from the early days of UFO sightings and the shadowy military intelligence organizations

A B-2 Spirit performs flyover at Kansas Speedway

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber flies over the Kansas Speedway during the singing of the National Anthem at the NASCAR Hollywood Casino 400 in Kansas City, Kansas, Sept. 11, 2022. B-2 crews perform flyovers as part of regularly scheduled training flights and to support community functions and government

From the B-26 Marauder to the B-2 Spirit, the bomber tradition runs in this family

Being the world’s most lethal stealth bomber is only a part of what makes the B-2 Spirit a vital strategic asset. The B-2 would be grounded without the Airmen who support it.Staff Sgt. Alexander Baney, a 509th Maintenance Squadron avionics technician at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, is one of

Spark Tank competition

Airmen from across Whiteman Air Force Base presented their best ideas to base leadership at the annual Spark Tank, a “Shark Tank” style competition Aug. 16, 2022 at Whiteman AFB, Missouri. Spark Tank is run by Stealthwerx, an innovation lab that provides a judgment-free, collaborative environment

B-2 Spirits fly in support of RED FLAG-Alaska 22-3

Airmen from the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings headed north with the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber for training with Red Flag-Alaska 22-3 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 28-Aug. 12, 2022.“This training provides an opportunity for the 509th and 131st to ensure the United States’ commitment to the

USAF, RAAF aircraft perform bilateral training

Air Force Wounded Warrior Project visits Whiteman AFB to connect with service members

Melissa Wiest, Air Force Wounded Warrior program staff member, briefs Airman and Guardians about the Air Force Wounded Warrior Project at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, August 9, 2022. The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program ambassadors and staff speak about their program aiming to provide a

Bomber and NC3 operators speak on leadership opportunities in the Mighty Eighth

As bomber and NC3 operators, there are many opportunities that exist within the 8th Air Force and J-GSOC arena. This feature focuses on four female operators who describe their path and background to their current roles.

Bomber and NC3 operators speak on leadership opportunities in the Mighty Eighth

As bomber and NC3 operators, there are many opportunities that exist within the 8th Air Force and J-GSOC arena. This feature focuses on four female operators who describe their path and background to their current roles.

Team Whiteman Airmen perform hot pit refuel alongside RAAF Allies