President Obama touches down at Whiteman

President Barack Obama touched down at Whiteman Air Force Base July 24, 2013, on his way to give a speech at the University of Central Missouri in nearby Warrensburg. Once he stepped off Air Force One, Obama greeted 509th Bomb Wing leadership before greeting more than 50 Whiteman warriors who are

Kehler lauds capability, credibility of nuclear enterprise

Sweeping improvements across the U.S. nuclear enterprise since a 2007 incident have increased the focus on the nuclear mission and raised the bar in terms of standards and performance, the commander of U.S. Strategic Command told reporters July 24."In general, I feel much more comfortable today with

CrossFit challenge tire flip

Only the best come north, and the best are built tough. What originally began as a dream workout, changed to working out a dream when Minot Airmen had the idea for the ultimate CrossFit challenge: Flipping an 800-pound tire 11 miles to raise money for wounded veterans. "My goal was to flip the tire

CSAF visits Warren AFB, acts as grand marshal during 117th annual CFD

Bolstering Spirits in the Year of the B-2

The Air Force's fleet of B-2 Spirit multi-role bombers will receive defensive system upgrades that will further increase the survivability and effectiveness of the aircraft.The Defensive Management System Modernization program, or DMS-M, will upgrade or replace the Electronic Support Measure suite,

Barksdale Remembers RAIDR 21

Family, friends and members of Team Barksdale gathered to remember the aviators of RAIDR 21 in a ceremony here, July 21. The ceremony was held to honor the crew, the families they left behind, and to remind all in attendance that how we live is the ultimate tribute to those we've lost."As an Air

CMSAF speaks to Minot Airmen

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody heard directly from the enlisted force about issues important to them during his two Airmen's calls here July 12, 2013. In discussing his vision for the Air Force with the tough fiscal road ahead, the Chief said the force is on the cusp of some dramatic

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STRATCOM commander discusses mission, future of Global Strike

The commander of U.S. Strategic Command discussed the mission and future of Air Force Global Strike Command at an all-call here July 15."The skills that we have for the nuclear deterrence mission will be needed as far into the future as I can see," Gen. C. Robert Kehler said. "As long as we have

AFGSC Commander nominated to position at USSTRATCOM

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced today that the President has nominated Air Force Global Strike Command Commander, Lt. Gen. James M. Kowalski, for appointment to the rank of lieutenant general and for assignment as deputy commander, U.S. Strategic Command, Offutt Air Force Base, Neb.