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

U.S. Air Force Col. Daniel Diehl took the reins of the 509th Bomb Wing from outgoing commander Col. Jeffrey Schreiner during a change of command ceremony June 16, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri.Military change of commands are a time-honored tradition that formally symbolizes the continuity of

Gallegos takes command of 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

U.S. Air Force Maj. Robby Gallegos assumes command of the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron with the ceremonial hand off of the unit guidon to U.S. Air Force Col. Jeffrey Holland, 509th Maintenance Group commander, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 14, 2021. A change of command is a

Hillier takes command of 509th Munitions Support Squadron

U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Hillier assumes command of the 509th Munitions Squadron with the ceremonial hand off of the unit guidon to U.S. Air Force Col. Jeffrey Holland, 509th Maintenance Group commander, at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 14, 2021. A change of command is a military

Whiteman BCC Concordia liaison supports 509th AMXS during training

Deterrence through Education: From Harvard to Kirtland, AFGSC has a program for you

Three years ago one Whiteman Air Force Base Airman opened an email from Air Force Global Strike Command that opened the doors to one of the country’s best private schools.Thanks to the AFGSC Force Development nuclear education programs, as of 2021, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Todd Moenster, 509th Bomb

Lifestyle and Performance Medicine shows promising impact on Airman, Guardian readiness

A new medical approach is being offered to Airmen and Guardians, which has shown to improve and sustain medical readiness and health by taking a more patient-driven, whole body approach to care.The Air Force Medical Service endorsed the creation of Lifestyle and Performance Medicine to improve how

Team Whiteman tests first responders with active shooter exercise

Defenders with the 509th Security Forces Squadron clear rooms during an active shooter exercise at the Royal Oaks Golf Course, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, May 19, 2021. Active shooter exercises provide an opportunity for base agencies to test and improve their emergency response capabilities.

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

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

Remembering Flight 942

Each year at the end of May, Americans stop to pay tribute to the men and women who have died while serving in the military. This is the story of thirty men who made the ultimate sacrifice. In March 1953, the 509th Bombardment Wing was at its home station of Walker Air Force Base in New Mexico,

Developmental Special Duties: Stepping into Leadership

Identified as developmental due to their unique leadership roles, the Air Force has recognized 10 developmental special duties with more than 1,175 potential positions across the branch.Here at Whiteman Air Force Base, there are several DSD positions available. Some of the positions include, Airman