The 2nd Bomb Wing conducts the primary mission of Barksdale

Air Force Base, La., with three squadrons of B-52H Stratofortress bombers - the 11th Bomb Squadron, which is the training

squadron, the 20th Bomb Squadron and the 96th Bomb Squadron.

Together they ensure the 2nd Bomb Wing provides flexible, responsive, global combat capability, autonomously or in concert with other forces, and trains all

Air Force Global Strike Command and Air Force Reserve B-52 crews.

The Deuce provides our nation with strategic deterrence capabilities and devastating global combat air power-- anytime, anywhere.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anthony Cruz, 2nd Security Forces Squadron electronic warfare airman, catches a drone during a demonstration at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, September 3, 2024.

Jul 08 2025

Barksdale Airmen Help Secure New Drone Restrictions Across Louisiana

A1C Aaron Hill

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anthony Cruz, 2nd Security Forces Squadron electronic warfare airman, catches a drone during a demonstration at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, September 3, 2024. The unauthorized flying of drones on a military installation can incur a fine of up to $250,000 and up to one year imprisonment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill)

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 Col. Critcher official photo.

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Senior Airman Hailey Farrell

Col. Critcher official photo.

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 CMSgt Christina Kelly official photo

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CMSgt Christina Kelly

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CMSgt Christina Kelly official photo

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 Col Erick Lord official photo.

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Col Erick Lord

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Col Erick Lord official photo.

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 CMSgt Joshua A. Matias official photo.

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CMSgt Joshua A. Matias

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CMSgt Joshua A. Matias official photo.

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 U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dustin Worell, 2nd Security Forces Squadron flight sergeant, aims an M4 carbine rifle during a close quarters battle hostage scenario at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 21, 2025. 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen from different career fields participated in various exercises and competitions to strengthen their skills during the observance of Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dustin Worell, 2nd Security Forces Squadron flight sergeant, aims an M4 carbine rifle during a close quarters battle hostage scenario at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 21, 2025. 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen from different career fields participated in various exercises and competitions to strengthen their skills during the observance of Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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 U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tatiana Alvarez, left, 2nd Force Support Squadron Honor Guard member, renders a salute to Senior Airman Martayshia Brown, center, and Airman 1st Class Coen Rader, right, 2nd Force Support Squadron Honor Guard members, during a closing ceremony for the observance of Police Week at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 22, 2025. The Barksdale Honor Guard performed the folding of the U.S. flag during the ceremony, honoring past defenders who have given their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tatiana Alvarez, left, 2nd Force Support Squadron Honor Guard member, renders a salute to Senior Airman Martayshia Brown, center, and Airman 1st Class Coen Rader, right, 2nd Force Support Squadron Honor Guard members, during a closing ceremony for the observance of Police Week at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 22, 2025. The Barksdale Honor Guard performed the folding of the U.S. flag during the ceremony, honoring past defenders who have given their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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 U.S. Air Force Maj. Raymond Taboada, 2nd Security Forces Squadron commander, left, and Tech. Sgt. Kaila Craven, 2nd Security Forces Squadron security manager, right, render salutes during a closing ceremony for Police Week at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 22, 2025. The 2nd Bomb Wing held an observance honoring past and present law enforcement personnel, showing gratitude for the defenders’ unwavering commitment to protecting Airmen and assets vital to the long-range strike mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Raymond Taboada, 2nd Security Forces Squadron commander, left, and Tech. Sgt. Kaila Craven, 2nd Security Forces Squadron security manager, right, render salutes during a closing ceremony for Police Week at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 22, 2025. The 2nd Bomb Wing held an observance honoring past and present law enforcement personnel, showing gratitude for the defenders’ unwavering commitment to protecting Airmen and assets vital to the long-range strike mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)

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 A group of Airmen at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, jog with the security forces flag during a 24-hour Police Week ruck, May 22, 2025. The 24-hour ruck was one of the many events held to commemorate Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill)

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Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill

A group of Airmen at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, jog with the security forces flag during a 24-hour Police Week ruck, May 22, 2025. The 24-hour ruck was one of the many events held to commemorate Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill)

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 Noncommissioned officer academy students lower the flag from the flagpole at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

May 15 2025

NCOA, noncommissioned officer academy, Sheppard AFB, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron

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Noncommissioned officer academy students lower the flag from the flagpole at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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 Noncommissioned officer academy students participate in an open ranks inspection at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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Noncommissioned officer academy students participate in an open ranks inspection at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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 Braddon Kolafa, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron structures foreman, accepts a distinguished honor graduate award during his noncommissioned officer academy graduation at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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Braddon Kolafa, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron structures foreman, accepts a distinguished honor graduate award during his noncommissioned officer academy graduation at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anthony Cruz, 2nd Security Forces Squadron electronic warfare airman, catches a drone during a demonstration at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, September 3, 2024. Col. Critcher official photo. CMSgt Christina Kelly official photo Col Erick Lord official photo. CMSgt Joshua A. Matias official photo. U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Dustin Worell, 2nd Security Forces Squadron flight sergeant, aims an M4 carbine rifle during a close quarters battle hostage scenario at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 21, 2025. 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen from different career fields participated in various exercises and competitions to strengthen their skills during the observance of Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford) U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tatiana Alvarez, left, 2nd Force Support Squadron Honor Guard member, renders a salute to Senior Airman Martayshia Brown, center, and Airman 1st Class Coen Rader, right, 2nd Force Support Squadron Honor Guard members, during a closing ceremony for the observance of Police Week at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 22, 2025. The Barksdale Honor Guard performed the folding of the U.S. flag during the ceremony, honoring past defenders who have given their lives in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford) U.S. Air Force Maj. Raymond Taboada, 2nd Security Forces Squadron commander, left, and Tech. Sgt. Kaila Craven, 2nd Security Forces Squadron security manager, right, render salutes during a closing ceremony for Police Week at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, May 22, 2025. The 2nd Bomb Wing held an observance honoring past and present law enforcement personnel, showing gratitude for the defenders’ unwavering commitment to protecting Airmen and assets vital to the long-range strike mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford) A group of Airmen at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, jog with the security forces flag during a 24-hour Police Week ruck, May 22, 2025. The 24-hour ruck was one of the many events held to commemorate Police Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill) Noncommissioned officer academy students lower the flag from the flagpole at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo) Noncommissioned officer academy students participate in an open ranks inspection at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo) Braddon Kolafa, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron structures foreman, accepts a distinguished honor graduate award during his noncommissioned officer academy graduation at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, April 2025. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

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