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The darkness before the dawn

Three B-2 Spirit Bombers prepare for flight at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., April 25, 2013. Also known as the Stealth Bomber, the aircraft is a strategic bomber, featuring low-observable stealth technology designed for penetrating dense anti-aircraft defenses. The bomber has a crew of two and can drop up to eighty 500-pound joint direct attack munitions (JDAMS). The B-2 is the only aircraft that can carry large air-to-surface standoff weapons in a stealth configuration. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandra M. Boutte/Released)
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First B-2 surpasses 7,000 flight hours

U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit crew chiefs stand ready to perform maintenance on the “Spirit of Florida” after completing a historic training mission in which it became the first B-2 to reach 7,000 flight hours, Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., April 1, 2013. Major Benjamin Kaminsky flew this historic mission, and crew chief Airman 1st Class Elijah Noel landed the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keenan Berry/Released)
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First B-2 surpasses 7,000 flight hours

U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit, the “Spirit of Florida,” awaits a post-flight inspection at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., April 1, 2013, after becoming the first B-2 to surpass 7,000 flight hours. The “Spirit of Florida” was the first B-2 to amass 5,000 and 6,000 flight hours, as well. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keenan Berry/Released)
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First B-2 surpasses 7,000 flight hours

U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit crew chiefs examine the B-2 Spirit at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., April 1, 2013. During the preceding flight, the “Spirit of Florida” surpassed 7,000 flight hours, the first of the 20 B-2 Spirits to do so. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keenan Berry/Released)
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Whiteman soars into the New Year

A B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., flies over the Rose Bowl, opening the 2013 Rose Bowl game between Stanford and Wisconsin, Jan 1 in Pasadena, Calif. Flyovers such as these are an integral part of Team Whiteman’s ability to demonstrate its global capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Jennifer Greene) (Released)
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Working deep in the night

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airmen from the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron work through a swing shift to perform routine maintenance on a B-2 Spirit Oct. 28. A team of skilled technicians can inspect and reassemble most components of a B-2 faster than most auto repair companies can replace a transmission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)
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The mission that never sleeps

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airmen from the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron coordinate recovery actions for a mock B-2 Spirit deployment Oct. 28. Maintainers adhere to a strict schedule of maintenance to keep Whiteman’s B-2 Spirits safe and operational. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)
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Taking care of my Airman

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Staff Sgt. Mark Dixon, 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, and Senior Airman Nathan Brogli, 509th AMXS assistant dedicated crew chief, share a laugh while reviewing aircraft forms Oct. 28. As technical experts on the B-2 Spirit, crew chiefs work directly with the aircraft, ensuring pilots have the most reliable, mission-capable plane possible to get the job done. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)
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Warriors make it happen!

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airmen from the 509th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron coordinate recovery actions for a mock B-2 Spirit deployment Oct. 28. The 437th AMXS Aerospace technicians perform inspections and routine maintenance on aircraft to ensure they are ready for any mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)
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Vigilant warrior -- prepared for anything

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Airman 1st Class Arlando Budd, 509th Security Forces Squadron response force member, remains vigilant while providing close bound sentry for a B-2 Spirit Oct. 28. During this security detail, Budd must watch his area of responsibility to ensure unauthorized personnel don’t enter the zone. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nick Wilson) (Released)
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Joe Scallorns' Incentive Flight

WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Joe Scallorns, a member of Air Force Global Strike Command's Civic Leader Program, and Maj. Mark Rodemoyer, 394th Training Squadron instructor, fly the B-2 Spirit of Missouri for Scallorns' incentive flight Sept. 12. The purpose of the incentive flight was to give him a deeper understanding of the full spectrum of AFGSC. Scallorns is also a board member of Whiteman Air Force Base's Community Council (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane) (Released)
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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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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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