• Whiteman marks three combat anniversaries for B-2

    In a historic coincidence, this third week of March marks not just one anniversary, but the anniversary of three separate combat engagements by the B-2 Spirit Bomber.The first occurred 14 years ago, when B-2 bombers flying from Whiteman AFB were the first manned aircraft to engage in hostilities

  • Egress integration shop – the pilot’s last line of defense

    If a mishap occurs during flight, it is vital that pilots be able to safely eject from the cockpit. The 509th Maintenance Squadron egress shop is responsible to ensure they can accomplish just that.The egress shop's mission is to handle required maintenance for all parts of the ejection seats in the

  • On the watch around the clock

    Despite the ease with which they carry themselves and the cool, calm and collected attitude they display to the public, pilots have one of the most intense jobs in the world - flying multi-million dollar aircraft to their destination.  Part of being a pilot is possessing excellent vision, but even

  • Spirit Auto: Going the distance

    "Car problems are awesome," said no one ever. While vehicle trouble is inevitable, many find it challenging to be without their own transportation. When these troubles leave Airmen without their own wheels, getting to and from work and tackling daily errands can become an issue. Fortunately, the

  • AFGSC commander visits Whiteman Airmen

    Lt. Gen. James M. Kowalski, commander of Air Force Global Strike Command, visited Whiteman Air Force Base this week to meet the Airmen charged with operating the nation's only B-2 force.During his visit, Kowalski met face-to-face with Airmen at all levels, from the First Term Airman's Center to

  • EOD is the BOMB

    Explosive devices - for years they have plagued our troops overseas, and they can pose a threat at home, too. One group of dedicated Service members at Whiteman is devoted to mitigating that threat. That team is EOD. The 509th Explosive Ordnance Disposal team trains every day to prepare for any

  • Keeping structures strong

    As Mother Nature's resources naturally break down with time, so does the infrastructure on base. Buildings age, pipes wear down and other vital assets require replacement. This creates a balancing act for unit facility managers as they try to perform their primary duties and juggle the multiple

  • The 509th Medical Lab - the behind-the-scenes cure

    Proper health is essential to the human life. Even in today's modern, medically advanced society, we battle diseases, illnesses and various other ailments. At Whiteman Air Force Base, the 509th Medical Lab faces these issues on a daily basis, and strives to find cures and promote good health for

  • Cancer survivorship brings hope

    The word "survivor" is often attached to many different groups of people. Service members returning from deployment to a hostile area are just one of these groups.However, not all survivors wear a military uniform; instead, they are family members of those who serve or have served.Whiteman's own