News

Aug. 31, 2022
AFGSC Engineering and Logistics Director visits Barksdale units

Brig. Gen. Kenyon Bell is responsible for the development of the Airmen that maintain the nation's largest nuclear arsenal.
Aug. 23, 2022
Bomber in a Box: ACE exercise showcases BOCS capability

Four B-52H Stratofortresses from the 2nd Bomb Wing deployed north to practice Agile Combat Employment concepts during an exercise August 16-19 at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington.
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.