Dec. 3, 2025 How the Air Force Overcame the Odds to Revive a Damaged B-2 Four years ago, a B-2 Spirit, tail number 89-0129, also known as the Spirit of Georgia experienced an incident resulting in significant damage to the bomber and raising serious questions about its future.What followed was a remarkable display of teamwork, ingenuity, and determination culminating in
Sept. 30, 2025 509th Security Forces Squadron Launches Innovative Team to Protect B-2 Mission The 509th Security Forces Squadron recently activated a Base Response Team, an initiative designed to strengthen installation defense, enhance training, and increase efficiency in safeguarding Whiteman Air Force Base's mission.Comparable to a quick reaction force, the BRT is the first of its kind at
Sept. 9, 2025 U.S., Norway test maritime strike in High North The U.S. Air Force partnered with Norwegian Allies to test next-generation precision maritime strike capabilities on September 3rd in the Norwegian Sea. In partnership with Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35s and personnel, the U.S. Air Force’s 53rd Wing integrated a U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber into
Sept. 8, 2025 The Spirit Continues For B-2 test pilot “Igor,”, aviation was never about chasing a thrill. It was a calling, shaped by family, hometown pride, and the military community that surrounded him near Whiteman Air Force Base.
Aug. 25, 2025 S.H.L.D: The Airmen who defend Whiteman’s cyber space Airmen from the 509th Bomb Wing are reinforcing the installation’s digital defenses through two cyber initiatives: the Security, Hardening, Lifecycle and Defense program and the annual Cyber Operational Readiness Assessment.
July 29, 2025 ROTC cadets support B-2 mission with 509 MXG Air Force ROTC cadets from various universities continued their studies in STEM during an internship with the 509th Maintenance Group’s research and engineering shop this summer at Whiteman Air Force Base.The interns actively worked alongside 509 MXG Airmen in designing and fabricating solutions for
July 11, 2025 SecAF, CSAF visit Whiteman AFB following Operation Midnight Hammer Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin visited Whiteman AFB on July 10 to commend Airmen on the success of Operation Midnight Hammer.
May 1, 2025 509th Logistics 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