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Spirit of NORE

The Spirit of Ohio, a B-2 Bomber, takes off during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise, Aug 29, 2012 at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. The Spirit of Ohio was one of four jets generated and launched for the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane) (Released)

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The Spirit of NORE

Two B-2 Spirits taxi during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 29. Eight B-2s were generated simultaneously in a moment's notice, supporting the Whiteman mission of safely, securely and effectively providing combat ready forces for nuclear deterrence and global strike operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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The Spirit of NORE

A B-2 Spirit taxis during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 29. Eight B-2s were generated simultaneously in a moment's notice, supporting the Whiteman mission of safely, securely and effectively providing combat ready forces for nuclear deterrence and global strike operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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The Spirit of NORE

Senior Airman Terence Kopczynski and Airman 1st Class Tyler Gorman, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron B-2 Spirit crew chiefs, conduct pre-flight inspections for a B-2 during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug 29. The NORE tested the 509th Bomb Wing and its associated units on their readiness in generating aircraft and deploying them when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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B-2 crew chiefs keep Spirits soaring

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Crew chiefs from the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 131st Bomb Wing perform a phase inspection on a B-2 Spirit July 12. Every 1000 flight hours the B-2 must be "phased" in search of any discrepancies that could cause major damage. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson)

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Talon maintenance: The little things count

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Jim Sollars, M1 Support Services contractor, closes an airframe gear mounted box of a T-38 Talon with safety wire after replacing the oil and filter July 3. The maintenance was part of an hourly postflight inspection done to the aircraft every 225 flight hours. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Talon maintenance: The little things count

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Randy Tapley, M1 Support Services contractor, inspects bolts securing a wing to a T-38 Talon during an hourly postflight inspection July 3. Maintenance as simple as tightening one bolt, could be the difference between a safe aircraft, according to Tapley. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Talon maintenance: The little things count

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Jim Sales and Randy Tapley, M1 Support Services contractors, replace a T-38 Talon's nose gear tire and bearings during an Hourly postflight inspection here July 3. Keeping the Talon in the sky requires M1 employees to conduct a scheduled HPO inspection every 225 flight hours, including the aircraft's airframe gear mounted box's oil and filter replacement, checking the engine power packs for proper oil servicing and ensuring wing security. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Talon maintenance: The little things count

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Jim Sollars and Randy Tapley, M1 Support Services contractors, replace a T-38 Talon's nose gear tire and bearings during an hourly postflight inspection here July 3. After being replaced, the old wheel assembly is taken to the 509th Maintenance Squadron Wheel and Tire Section to have a new tire installed for upcoming inspections. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Talon maintenance: The little things count

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Jim Sollars, M1 Support Services contractor, follows a maintenance technical manual to replace a T-38 Talon nose gear tire during an hourly postflight inspection here, July 3. Although most M1 employees are experts in dealing with the mechanics of a T-38 and have been working with the aircraft for years, manuals are always followed to ensure standard maintenance practices, quality assurance and that no steps are skipped. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Talon maintenance: The little things count

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Jim Sollars, M1 Support Services contractor, places a new tire on a T-38 nose gear during an hourly postflight inspection, July 3. An HPO inspection is conducted when a Talon accrues 225 flight hours. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Whiteman AFB participates in 2012 MLB All-Star Game

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- A B-2 Spirit flies over the Major League Baseball All-Star Game June 10, as members of Team Whiteman hold the American Flag on the field. The 83rd annual MLB All-Star Game hosted 107 members of Team Whiteman who participated in the flag detail. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane)(Released)

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Airfield Management

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airman 1st Class Adam Rhine, 509th Operations Support Squadron airfield management apprentice, and Senior Airman Alisha Thiher, 509th Operations Support Squadron airfield management journeyman, shoot pyrotechnic as part of a routine safety checklist June 29. Airmen working in the airfield management flight ensure the safety of all aircraft operations on the flighline day and night. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson)(Released)

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Team Whiteman pilots prepare for bomber operations challenge

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airman 1st Class Jimmy Womack, 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit B-2 Spirit crew chief, performs preflight checks on a B-2 Spirit from the 509th Bomb Wing prior to its departure to Smoky Hill Air National Guard Range in Salina, Kan., to participate in Global Strike Challenge 2012 June 26. All units supporting the Air Force Global Strike Command mission have been invited to compete through November showcasing their expertise, skills and capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Team Whiteman pilots prepare for bomber operations challenge

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airman 1st Class Eljay Noel and Airman 1st Class Jimmy Womack, B-2 Spirit crew chiefs from the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, perform preflight checks on a B-2 Spirit from the 509th Bomb Wing prior to its departure to Smoky Hill Air National Guard Range in Salina, Kan., to participate in Global Strike Challenge 2012 June 26. One of the main components of the competition judged is how accurate munitions are when pilots hit their targets. Points are deducted per foot that the particular bomb lands from its target. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson)

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Team Whiteman pilots prepare for bomber operations challenge

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airman 1st Class Eljay Noel, 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit B-2 Spirit crew chief, and Airman 1st Class Jimmy Womack, 13th AMU B-2 crew chief, perform preflight checks on a B-2 from the 509th Bomb Wing prior to its departure to Smoky Hill Air National Guard Range in Salina, Kan., to participate in Global Strike Challenge 2012, June 26. The Global Strike Challenge allows Airmen an opportunity to participate in innovative thinking, teamwork and esprit de corps that are central to the Air Force Global Strike Command mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Team Whiteman pilots prepare for bomber operations challenge

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- A B-2 Spirit from the 509th Bomb Wing takes off on the runway to Smoky Hill Air National Guard Range in Salina, Kan., to participate in the bomber operations portion of Global Strike Challenge 2012 June 26. The intent of the challenge is to allow units the opportunity to pit their best aircrew against the best of the other units around the major command with similar missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Preparing for flight!

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- U.S. Army Sgt. Keno Davidson, 135th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion AH-64D Apache Longbow crew chief, performs pre-flight checks on an Army AH-64D Apache Longbow April 24, 2012. Soldiers like Davidson are dedicated to providing necessary maintenance to keep the Longbows in the sky. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Performing a pre-flight check

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- U.S. Army Capt. Joel A. Lewis, 1-135th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion AH-64D Apache Longbow pilot, prepares to fly a training sortie on an AH-64D Apache Longbow April 24, 2012.During the past eight months, the 1-135th ARB has received 20 helicopters to replace an older model. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Preparing for flight!

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- U.S. Army Capt. Joel A. Lewis, 1-135th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion AH-64D Apache Longbow pilot, prepares to fly a training sortie on an AH-64D Apache Longbow April 24, 2012. The Apache is a four-blade, twin-engine attack helicopter with a tail wheel-type landing gear arrangement and a cockpit for a crew of two. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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