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The Spirit of NORE

Staff Sgt. Joseph Reames, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron B-2 Spirit crew chief, inspects a B-2 for any damages or discrepancies 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. It is also how Whiteman prepares for future Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspections. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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The Spirit of NORE

Senior Airman Tyler Gainey and Staff Sgt. Joseph Reames, both 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron B-2 Spirit crew chiefs, converse over the roar of a B-2 during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 29. The exercise allowed the entire wing - active duty, Guard, Reserve, retired and civilians alike - to show their vigilance and teamwork as part of Team Whiteman. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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The Spirit of NORE

Senior Airman Tyler Gainey, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, conducts pre-flight checks for a B-2 Spirit during a Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 29. Dozens of crew chiefs assisted in generating eight B-2 to simultaneously deploy as part of the NORE. The exercise helped prepare America's nuclear deterrent and global strike operations for future inspections and real-world events. (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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The Spirit of NORE

Senior Airman 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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Process to the finals

Two 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Airmen use a heat gun to clear a recently sanded spot of a B-2 Spirit windshield at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 15, 2012, as part of the 509th Maintenance Group's B-2 Window Change Continuous Process improvement . The process was recently selected as a finalist for the 2012 Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Process to the finals

Staff Sgt. Kennrik Nelson (center), 131st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, explains the 509th Maintenance Group's B-2 Window Change Continuous Process improvement to Senior Airman Clayton Walton at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 15, 2012. The process was recently selected as a finalist for the 2012 Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Process to the finals

An Airman sands a damaged area of a B-2 Spirit windshield as part of the 509th Maintenance Group's B-2 Window Change Continuous Process improvement at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 15. The process was recently selected as a finalist for the 2012 Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Process to the finals

Staff Sgt. Kennrik Nelson (center), 131st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, melts a B-2 Spirit training windshield to clear a freshly sanded spot at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 15, 2012. Before the heating, the spot was sanded to remove scratches and scruffs starting a process to make the windshied clear again. The new process was thought out by an integrated team of Airmen here from the 509th and 131st Maintenance Group and has been selected as a finalist for the 2012 Air Force Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Process to the finals

Two 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Airmen practice the Window Change Continuous Process at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., Aug. 15, 2012, using new techniques developed by the 509th Maintenance Group's B-2 Window Change Continuous Process Improvement Team. The team was recently selected as a finalist for the 2012 Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Cody H. Ramirez)

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Whiteman introduces Global Strike Challenge Team: 13th Bomb Squadron

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo.— The weapons load crew team, loads a GBU-31v1 on a rotary launcher assembly, during a training exercise, Aug. 7. The team is assigned to the 13th Bomb Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Montse Belleau)

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Whiteman introduces Global Strike Challenge Team: 13th Bomb Squadron

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo.—Senior Airman Jordan Bland, 13th Bomb Squadron weapon load crew member, drives a MHU-83 to transport a GBU-31v1, Aug. 7, for the Air Force Global Strike Command challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Montse Belleau)

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Whiteman introduces Global Strike Challenge Team: 13th Bomb Squadron

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo.—Senior Airman Jordan Bland, 13th Bomb Squadron weapon load crew member, drives a MHU-83 to transport a GBU-31v1, Aug. 7, for the Air Force Global Strike Command challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Montse Belleau)

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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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Checking for tension

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Senior Airman John McLaughlin, 509th MXS Aerospace Ground Equipment journeyman, checks belt tension on an MC-6 diesel engine during a service inspection May 31, 2012. The engine is used by Airmen who work in the low observable career field to dry or ‘cure’ paint on the B-2 Spirit. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Hammer time!

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Senior Airman John McLaughlin, 509th MXS Aerospace Ground Equipment journeyman, uses a hammer to remove a pin on a MD-1 towbar during a service inspection May 31, 2012. Airmen from the AGE flight are responsible for supplying maintenance equipment that service aircraft on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Supporting the mission

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Senior Airman John McLaughlin, 509th MXS Aerospace Ground Equipment journeyman, replaces pins on an MD-1 towbar during a service inspection May 31, 2012. Service inspections ensure equipment needed for maintenance operations on a plane are in working order. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Supporting the mission

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Senior Airman John McLaughlin, 509th MXS Aerospace Ground Equipment journeyman, replaces pins on a MD-1 towbar May 31, 2012. Airmen like McLaughlin are responsible for maintaining the equipment that supplies electricity, hydraulic pressure and air pressure, as planes receive maintenance and prepare for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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AGE Airmen inspect for perfection

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Senior Airman Coty Cloud, 509th MXS Aerospace Ground Equipment journeyman, and Airman 1st Class James McQueen, 509th Maintenance Squadron Aerospace Ground Equipment apprentice, inspect a power control box on an MHU-204 Munitions Lift Trailer before performing maintenance May 31, 2012. This inspection ensures the connection from the cable to the inspection control box is secure. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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Paying attention to detail

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airman 1st Class James McQueen, 509th Maintenance Squadron Aerospace Ground Equipment apprentice, examines cable heads that provide power to a MHU-204 Munitions Lift Trailer before performing maintenance May 31, 2012. The trailer will be used to load heavy munitions onto a B-2 Spirit. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)

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