• Whiteman AFB welcomes 8th Air Force commander

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Mark Weatherington, the 8th Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center commander, prepares to take off in a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 29, 2020. Eighth Air Force controls long-range nuclear-capable bomber assets throughout

  • Team Whiteman Airmen share their role in strategic bomber mission with SECAF

    Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett visited Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 11, 2020, to familiarize herself with Team Whiteman’s mission in maintaining global support and combat readiness.During her visit, Barrett spoke with base leaders, first responders and maintenance personnel

  • Pilot boasts 1,000 flight hours in stealth bomber

    A Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col., from the 131st Bomb Wing marked a major flying milestone, completing 1,000 flying hours in the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber.Lt. Col. James Ashlock, director of plans and programs, has served in the U.S. Air Force, both active duty and Air National Guard for 20

  • 509th Maintenance Group Airmen 3D prints the mission to success

    On an average Air Force day, Airmen with the 509th Maintenance Group research and engineering shop find themselves crafting and creating specific parts for multi-billion dollar aircraft to ensure the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is mission ready. In the wake of COVID-19, the 509th MXG RE section has

  • Whiteman AFB families showcase resiliency during “Bear Hunt”

    Whiteman Air Force Base relies heavily on the lethality and readiness of the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber mission but it’s the Airmen and families supporting the mission that keep the base going.Like many families across the U.S. and the world, Team Whiteman is adjusting to a new normal while

  • Veteran fulfills dream of seeing the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber

    Every year the U.S. celebrates National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29 reminding citizens to thank and honor our country’s Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice.  A team came together here to honor the service of one local Vietnam veteran and his wife. While

  • 509th MDG earns AF Clinic of the Year

    Standing out among all other clinics in the U.S. Air Force, the 509th Medical Group earned the 2019 U.S. Air Force Surgeon General Award for Clinic of the Year. This prominent award is based on accomplishments submitted to each major command. Once selected at the MAJCOM level, award packages are