• Cruise Missile Flight ensures safety, reliability of munitions

    The 2nd Munitions Squadron personnel impact the entire Air Force through the assistance they provided to Department of Defense contractors and Special Project Offices during deployment and modification of several weapons systems. The mission of the 2 MUNS cruise missile flight is to provide safe and

  • Barksdale Airmen gear up for start of AFAF

    Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command headquarters, is preparing for the 2011 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign to kickoff Feb. 14. According to the campaign's Web site, the AFAF was established to provide for an annual effort to raise funds for the charitable affiliates providing

  • 2d Bomb Wing Command Post relocates

    The 2d Bomb Wing command post will soon move to a new location, providing more space for people and equipment to carry out the mission.The wing command post, currently operating from Air Force Global Strike Command headquarters, will soon transfer to Bldg. 3433, the 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron

  • Retired CMSAF Gaylor speaks to Barksdale Airmen about life, career

    Barksdale Airmen were given a unique perspective about the life and career of the fifth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Robert Gaylor, who visited here Jan. 21.Chief Gaylor came to Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command, to be the guest speaker at the Chief's Recognition

  • AFRC offers educational opportunities for military dependents

    The cost of higher education can be daunting; however, there are numerous scholarships and grants available to military dependents. Stephanie Reyes, chief of Airman and Family Readiness Center at Barksdale, home of Air Force Global Strike Command, discussed the similarities and differences between

  • New commander pledges 'best leadership, guidance' possible

    To The Men and Women of Air Force Global Strike Command,It is my honor to serve as your commander and continue the important work of this command. It was humbling to take the reins from Global Strike's first commander, Lt. Gen. Klotz. The Air Force loses a wealth of experience and dedicated

  • New drug poses danger

    A new drug -- commonly marketed as "bath salts" or "plant food" -- has gained popularity in the local area and Barksdale's leaders are remaining vigilant against its use and distribution.The Barksdale Office of Special Investigations is supporting Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal's recently announced