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May 28, 2025
Honoring the badge and beret: 2nd Bomb Wing commemorates Police Week

From May 19-22, the 2nd Bomb Wing honored Police Week with a four-day observance, commemorating the defenders in berets who stand watch day and night, from flightlines to front gates. Police Week is dedicated to honoring the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who serve as the shield of the
May 15, 2025
Forging a Leader: 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron Civilian Earns Top Honors at NCOA

When Braddon Kolafa, a structures foreman with the 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron, walked into the Noncommissioned Officer Academy at Sheppard Air Force Base, he wasn’t just stepping into a classroom–he was stepping into a room traditionally reserved for enlisted leaders. Kolafa spent 196 hours
April 30, 2025
2nd Bomb Wing Integrates with Key Partners at Chennault International Airport

The 2d Bomb Wing and the 159th Fighter Wing demonstrated enhanced interoperability and strengthened their operational capabilities during a combined air-to-air integration training event held April 29, 2025, culminating in an operational survey of the Louisiana Army National Guard’s Lake Charles
April 18, 2025
Lethality Tested, Mission Perfected: 2nd Bomb Wing Sharpens Lethal Edge During Combat Hammer

As part of the Air Force’s premier weapons system evaluation program, the 2nd Bomb Wing participated in Combat Hammer from March 10 to 21, testing its ability to deliver conventional airpower in a contested environment.
March 19, 2025
Barksdale Air Show to Feature USAF Thunderbirds, Heritage Bombers, and First-Ever KC-46 Demo

The Defenders of Liberty Air Show returns to Barksdale Air Force Base, March 29-30, 2025, for a weekend of action-packed, family-friendly fun!
Feb. 6, 2025
A Mission to Prevent Mishaps

In military operations, safety isn’t just a priority – it is critical to mission success.
Feb. 5, 2025
MindGym Launches at Barksdale to Enhance Cognitive Skills and Performance

In today’s high-stress military environment, mental strength can make or break an Airman’s performance. Recognizing the need for advanced cognitive training, Air Force Global Strike Command partnered with Lumena Labs Inc. to provide each of its bases with an innovative cognitive fitness program
Dec. 13, 2024
Bomber Task Force 25-1 advances interoperability with NATO partners and Allies

The 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron deployed to RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 4 – Dec. 12, 2024 for Bomber Task Force 25-1.
Dec. 9, 2024
BTF 25-1 participates in trilateral planning conference

Airmen from the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa and the 501st Combat Support Wing participated in a first-of-its-kind trilateral Bomber Task Force planning conference at RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 11-13, 2024.
Dec. 5, 2024
20th EBS Airmen foster youth aviation education and leadership at home and abroad

The RAF Air Cadets share similarities with the Civil Air Patrol cadet program in the U.S., both focusing on aviation-centered leadership development for youth. While the programs operate in different countries, they serve similar purposes in fostering interest and skills in aviation among young