• Former CJCS Kicks Off UCM, WAFB Joint Servant Leadership Lecture Series

    The University of Central Missouri and Whiteman Air Force Base jointly announce a new lecture series reflecting on both organizations' shared values of service and leadership, with the first presentation featuring General (Ret.) Richard B. Myers, 15th chairman of the United States Joint Chiefs 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

  • Motorcycle safety: The last ride of fall

    As the riding season winds down and the weather turns to a more wintery mix, many of us riders find ourselves compelled to ride on the few clear, albeit cold, days remaining before winter fully strikes. Keep in mind that it's only the end of the riding season; next spring will bring a new one and it

  • The 72nd Test and Evaluation Squadron - testing for success

    The B-2 Spirit is the world's most-feared weapon system, but it would not be so without the 72nd Test and Evaluation Squadron ensuring its ability to fight.The 72nd TES has the essential job of evaluating and implementing new equipment, software and weapon systems specifically for the B-2 fleet. "We

  • With great mustache comes great responsibility

    (Editor's Note: This is part one of a two-part series about No-shave November)Many Airmen think of November simply as the start of the winter season. However, to members of the 509th Comptroller Squadron, it means "No-shave November" is in full -effect!The Airmen in the squadron are participating in

  • Supporting the mission through legal assistance

    Even as B-2 Spiritss are flying overhead and operations are in full swing, a dedicated team of legal professionals are constantly working to ensure Team Whiteman and her Airmen are in full compliance with the laws they serve to protect. The 509th Bomb Wing Legal Office provides support and advice to

  • Maj. Gen. Vander Hamm takes helm of 8th AF

    Maj. Gen. Scott Vander Hamm took command of Eighth Air Force Oct. 23 in a ceremony here presided over by U.S. Strategic Command commander Gen. C. Robert Kehler.Vander Hamm, who was also promoted to the rank of major general during the ceremony, replaces Maj. Gen. Stephen Wilson."I want you to know

  • Electrical environmental: From the back shop to the sky!

    Before pilots complete their mission planning, before aircraft are cleared for take-off, the 509th Maintenance Squadron Electrical Environment back shop crew aircraft work behind the scenes to ensure they are mission-ready. The 509th MXS Electrical Environment back shop crew performs inspections to