• In-service recruiter informs Airmen about options

    Active duty Airmen who are considering separating from the military have options, and the in-service recruiter at Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command, is working to ensure those individuals are fully aware of all possible options before that decision is made.Master Sgt. Daniel

  • Airman’s Attic reopens to Barksdale Airmen

    The grand opening for the new location of the Airman's Attic took place March 17 after months of preparation and renovation. Prior to the move, the Airman's Attic was small and had trouble accommodating the merchandise as well as customers."The biggest benefit of the new location is how much more

  • 2 AMXS announces ‘Buff of the Month’ winner

    The 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, at Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command, announced its first 'Buff of the Month' winner as part of the Dedicated Crew Chief program. The recently re-established DCC program has been an Air Force tradition for decades and gives crew chiefs the

  • ALS: Molding Airmen into NCOs

    Airman Leadership School is the first step on the road of Air Force Professional Military Education in every Airman's career. For Airmen of Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command, it is no different. For many, this first step can be a daunting one. Master Sgt. Neil Heerdink, Barksdale

  • Congratulations senior master sergeant selectees

    Air Force officials have selected 1,274 of 12,378 eligible master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant at a selection rate of 10.29 percent, up from last year's selection rate of 9.24 percent. Out of the 1,274 selectees, 24 were chosen from Team Barksdale. Those selected for senior

  • Chief Roy: Global Strike is a mission we can't forget

    More than 1,400 Barksdale Airmen attending an All Call here got to hear the Air Force's highest-ranking enlisted Airman discuss the future of the Air Force, education, training issues, professional military education and resiliency.Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy visited here March 8

  • 'Mighty Eighth' names 2010's Outstanding Airmen of the Year

    In a gala event held at the Eldorado Resort and Casino in Shreveport, La., on March 3, the Eighth Air Force announced their Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2010 in seven categories including: Airman, Non-Commissioned Officer, Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, First Sergeant, Company Grade Officer,