May 1, 2025 509th Logistical Readiness Squadron achieves Daedalian Trophy victory The 509th Logistics Readiness Squadron earned top honors at the 2024 Air Force Global Strike Command Director of Logistics Readiness Awards, sweeping multiple categories and showcasing their exceptional logistical support.The squadron was recognized with the prestigious Daedalian Major General
April 22, 2025 Paving the Way: Tech. Sgt. Derick Fisher Named Eighth Air Force NCO of the Year Tech. Sgt. Derick Fisher, 509th Civil Engineer Squadron pavement s and equipment shop section chief, was recently named the Eighth Air Force Noncommissioned Officer of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes his outstanding leadership, dedication, and exceptional performance over the past year.
March 14, 2025 509th Maintenance Group soars to Daedalian Trophy victory The 509th Maintenance Group at Whiteman Air Force Base is celebrating a triumphant return to the winner's circle, securing the coveted Maj. Gen. Clements McMullen Memorial Daedalian Trophy for Air Force Global Strike Command. This marks their first win in seven years, underscoring the group's
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.