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Aug. 10, 2022
Barksdale Airman proves training pays off

“At that moment, it seemed like the world was coming to an end and I just wanted to try and help calm that.”
Aug. 10, 2022
Barksdale participates in Navy RIMPAC 2022 exercise

Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training
Aug. 3, 2022
Chemical hazard exercise tests Barksdale’s medics

The exercise scenario involved victims of chemical attacks, and the medical team was evaluated on how they handled the situation.
Aug. 2, 2022
Barksdale’s summer WAMMO Fest brings the heat

The WAMMO Fest competition focuses on speed and accuracy, with teams going head-to-head to improve their skills.
July 29, 2022
AFGSC leaders tour Barksdale AFB

The Air Force Global Strike Command leadership team joined 2nd Bomb Wing leadership for a base visit July 8.
July 28, 2022
Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen and Guardians need to know

The World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency on July 23. With more than 4,000 cases in the United States, Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe.
July 27, 2022
B-52 OT, WPS, and Ops squadrons collaborate during Test and Weapons School Roadshow at Minot AFB

The 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron recently integrated with the 340th Weapons Squadron, 69th Bomb Squadron, and 23rd Bomb Squadron during the B-52 Test and Weapons School Roadshow at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., July 5-8, 2022.
July 7, 2022
Always Ready: Barksdale Airmen execute ACE capabilities

Barksdale Airmen tested their agility and adaptability as they applied Agile Combat Employment concepts during a readiness exercise June 23-24 at the Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
June 23, 2022
New BLOS capability on the horizon for B-52s, first IRIS air demo complete

A new beyond line of sight communication system underwent an aerial demonstration on a B-52, June 22, 2022.
June 14, 2022
Summer Weather Hazards

Summer is a great time to be outside and enjoy the weather. But don’t let the sunny days and warm nights fool you. Summer also holds significant weather hazards. Thunderstorms produce dangerous lightning and heavy rain. Heat waves can be lengthy and deadly. Let’s take a look at some of the hazards