March 14, 2025 Whiteman AFB's Forsythe named top aircrew flight equipment officer Capt. Nicholas Forsythe from the 13th Bomb Squadron, has been named the Air Force's Aircrew Flight Equipment Officer of the Year. The prestigious award recognizes the top officer dedicated to the critical field of ensuring the safety and functionality of equipment used by aircrews.
Feb. 28, 2025 Long Distance Defender U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Samantha Karnes from the 509th Security Forces Squadron at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, carefully aims her M110A1 Squad Designated Marksman Rifle down range.
Feb. 28, 2025 Team Whiteman to be tested in surety inspection in Spring The success of the mission at Whiteman AFB is dependent on each Airman’s dedication to exemplary work performance. This spring, the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings will conduct a surety inspection to assess the wing’s safety measures and reliability.
Feb. 21, 2025 Airmen from Whiteman Air Force Base Sharpen Warfighting Skills at Red Flag Nellis 25-1 Airmen from the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings recently participated in Red Flag 25-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Red Flag is an annual exercise that gives warfighters an opportunity to train their capabilities in the most realistic environment possible. US Air Force troops also integrate with
Jan. 21, 2025 2024 Bomber Task Force missions: A year of first-ever accomplishments As of 2024, 8th Air Force’s B-1 Lancers, B-2 Spirits and B-52 Stratofortresses have integrated with 23 percent of the world’s military as part of Bomber Task Force (BTF) missions and operations.
Jan. 8, 2025 Innovation Takes Flight: 509th Bomb Wing Inspires the Next Generation of STEM Talent As the world navigates complex geopolitical landscapes and technological challenges, the United States Air Force is calling for a new generation of thinkers and innovators to help secure the nation's future. At a recent science, technology, engineering, and mathematics event held with California
Dec. 20, 2024 The $5 Million Airman An Airman at Whiteman Air Force Base becomes the first junior enlisted from the base to be granted the authority to sign contracts valued up to $5 million.
Dec. 19, 2024 Exchange pilot program cements partnership with key ally The United States’ Military Personnel Exchange Program gives American and foreign service members the chance to learn and work closely with one another. It gave Branson, a Eurofighter Typhoon pilot, a chance to become a B-2 pilot.
Nov. 22, 2024 Stealth bombers land precision strike against Houthi militia On Oct. 16, B-2 Spirit long-range bombers from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, conducted precision strikes against five hardened underground weapons storage locations in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Nov. 21, 2024 509th SFS wins Air Force level award Being named Best Large Security Forces Squadron in the Air Force is nothing new for the 509th Security Forces Squadron.The awards package that was submitted reflected the operational intensity that the 509th Security Forces Squadron faces every day and is a culmination of a team effort.