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June 24, 2026
Family, Service and Legacy at Whiteman AFB

Long before he commanded the world's only operational stealth bomber fleet, Col. Robert Sturgill Jr. was born at Whiteman Air Force Base.In 1977, Sturgill’s father, then a Security Forces Airman, was stationed at Whiteman when it was home to the 351st Strategic Missile Wing. For the Sturgill family,
June 1, 2026
509th Bomb Wing presented with second consecutive Omaha Trophy

U.S. Navy Adm. Rich Correll, commander of U.S. Strategic Command, and Nebraska State Sen. Rita Sanders, a member of the Strategic Command Consultation Committee (SCCC), presented the SCCC’s 2025 Omaha Trophy to the 509th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, May 26.
May 18, 2026
Whiteman AFB honors two local Vietnam veterans

Tears of joy and smiles of pride beamed from the crowd of family members as two local Vietnam veterans were honored for their legacy and ultimate sacrifice during a road dedication ceremony at Whiteman AFB, May 18. “Today, we are not just renaming a road; we are restoring a legacy,” said the 509th
Feb. 23, 2026
DAF increases B-21 Raider production capacity to deliver combat capability faster

The Department of the Air Force and Northrop Grumman Corp. have reached an agreement to expand production capacity for the B-21 Raider, accelerating delivery of the Air Force’s next-generation stealth bomber fleet.
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
Nov. 21, 2025
First stop as Chief of Staff of the Air Force: AFGSC

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach & his spouse, Cindy Wilsbach, visited AFGSC, Nov. 19, for immersions into the command’s mission & modernization programs. This initial immersion, Wilsbach’s 1st official base visit as CSAF, underscored the command's pivotal role in the nation’s security.
Nov. 13, 2025
PRESS RELEASE: 509th Bomb Wing identifies Airman involved in fatal off-base, off-duty shooting Incident

The Warrensburg Police Department has identified an Airman assigned to Whiteman AFB as the suspect of an off-base, off-duty shooting resulting in a fatality in Warrensburg, Missouri, yesterday.
Nov. 12, 2025
PRESS RELEASE: Off-Base, Off-Duty shooting Incident Involving Whiteman AFB Airman

The 509th Bomb Wing is aware of an off-base, off-duty shooting involving an Airman assigned to Whiteman AFB which resulted in a fatality that occurred the morning of November 12 in Warrensburg, Missouri.
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. 23, 2025
Whiteman’s newest SNCOs complete innovative 14-day induction course

The 509th Bomb Wing hosted its second Senior Noncommissioned Officer Induction Course here, preparing newly promoted master sergeants for the responsibilities of the senior NCO tier.