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2nd Bomb Wing Establishes Certified Calibration Lab to Enhance Nuclear Response Capability

U.S. Air Force 2nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technicians prepare to scan a simulated patient for radioactive contamination during a simulated nuclear response training at Barksdale Air force Base, Louisiana, Oct. 1, 2025. The bioenvironmental engineering flight identifies, evaluates and controls health and environmental hazards for the 2nd Bomb Wing by assessing possible risks from chemicals and radiation. (U.S. Air force photo by Airman 1st Class Devyn Taylor)

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2nd Bomb Wing Establishes Certified Calibration Lab to Enhance Nuclear Response Capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Raeven Anothony, 2nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, uses a walkie-talkie during a simulated nuclear response training at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Oct. 1, 2025. Bioenvironmental engineering personnel participated in a radiation response training event focusing on dose management, monitoring and recovery procedures for potentially contaminated aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devyn Taylor)

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2nd Bomb Wing Establishes Certified Calibration Lab to Enhance Nuclear Response Capability

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ethan Newman, 2nd Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineering technician, reads a checklist before leading a simulated nuclear response training at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Oct. 1, 2025. The bioenvironmental engineering flight maintains nuclear response readiness by focusing on radiation-specific skills, equipment use, decontamination processes and area surveying to remain ready to respond to any emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devyn Taylor.)

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Striker SNCO Preparation Course

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to Air Force Global Strike Command, Eighth Air Force, and 2nd Bomb Wing take a group photo during the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Sept. 4, 2025. The SNCO Induction Ceremony celebrated and welcomed over 50 newly selected SNCOS into the highest tier of enlisted Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devyn Taylor)

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Striker NCO Preparation Course

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Aiello, Air Force Global Strike Command Command Chief, speaks to newly selected senior non-commissioned officers during the Striker SNCO preparation course at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Sept. 2, 2025. Aiello spoke about the importance of becoming a SNCO and how effective and strategic leaders are critical to the success of the AFGSC mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devyn Taylor)

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Striker NCO Preparation Course

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Aiello, Air Force Global Strike Command Command Chief, speaks to newly selected senior non-commissioned officers during the Striker SNCO preparation course at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Sept. 2, 2025. SNCOs attend the course to understand their strategic role as a member of AFGSC and transition from first-line supervisors to a leader of leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devyn Taylor)

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An Airman comes home: From homelessness to the American Dream

Honorable Judge Mark Hornsby, shakes the hands of U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Atson Nameta, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protection equipment apprentice, and Airman 1st Class Tykhon Rudenok, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation and air conditioning apprentice, after administering the Oath of Allegiance during a Naturalization Ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, July 15, 2025. Hornsby, who administered the Oath of Allegiance, is the U.S. Magistrate for the Western District of Louisiana. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaiyah Lewis)

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An Airman comes home: From homelessness to the American Dream

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Atson Nameta, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protection equipment apprentice, and Airman 1st Class Tykhon Rudenok, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation and air conditioning apprentice, take the Oath of Allegiance during a Naturalization Ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, July 15, 2025. A Naturalization Ceremony is a formal event where non-citizen U.S. service members officially become U.S. citizens through the naturalization process due to their military service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaiyah Lewis)

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An Airman comes home: From homelessness to the American Dream

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tykhon Rudenok, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation and air conditioning journeyman, poses for a photo with his leadership and fellow Airmen during a Naturalization Ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, July 15, 2025. Rudenok is currently serving in the Air Force to give back to the country that gave him opportunities when he immigrated to the U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaiyah Lewis)

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An Airman comes home: From homelessness to the American Dream

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Maginness, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, Airman 1st Class Tykhon Rudenok, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation and air conditioning journeyman, and Chief Master Sgt. Thomas Podgorski, 2nd Maintenance Group senior enlisted leader, pose for a photo during a Naturalization Ceremony at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, July 15, 2025. After moving to the U.S. from Ukraine in 2014, Rudenok battled homelessness, but later joined the Air Force in February 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaiyah Lewis)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

Honorary commanders watch a K9 demonstration during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. During their tour, the honorary commanders visited the 2nd Security Forces and learned about the role that military working dogs play in support of 2nd Bomb Wing mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

Danny Aiello, Aviation Tech Group manager and 2nd Maintenance Group honorary commander, listens to a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Airman talk about their weaponry during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. During their tour, the honorary commanders met with CATM Airmen to learn the critical role they play in supporting national defense (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Rogers, 2nd Operations Support Squadron air traffic control apprentice, explains how the ATC tower works to honorary commanders during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. The Honorary Commander program builds strong connections between Barksdale Air Force Base Airmen, gaining a deeper appreciation for each other’s roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Garret Vanmeveren, 2nd Medical Group education and training flight chief, shows honorary commanders a Tactical Combat Casualty Care simulator during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. During their tour, the honorary commanders visited the 2nd Medical Group and learned about how the Airmen support the 2nd Bomb Wing mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

Penny Haire, Barksdale Youth Center assistant director, talks about the Youth Center to honorary commanders during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. The Honorary Commander program gives airmen and community members an opportunity to learn about each other's missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

Honorary commanders and Airmen from the 2nd Bomb Wing stand for a group photo during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. The honorary commanders toured the base and explored key areas to learn more about the mission and the support that commanders are looking for from community leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

U.S. Air Force Col. Chris Cain, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, talks with honorary commanders during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. Honorary commanders pair with unit commanders across the 2nd Bomb Wing and serve a two-year term in an effort to bridge the military-civilian gap. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dylan Keenan, 702nd Maintenance Squadron load crew team member, shows 2nd Bomb Wing honorary commanders various munitions during a tour at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. The honorary commanders spent the day touring the base and learning about the 2nd Bomb Wing mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Military and community, building partnerships that last

U.S. Air Force Col. Chris Cain, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, gives a mission brief to honorary commanders at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, August 15, 2025. The Honorary Commander program enables members of the community to understand the importance of the mission at Barksdale AFB by giving them commanders to work with for two years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rhea Beil)

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Beyond the Homecoming: How the MFRC helps Airmen thrive after Deployment

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jasmine Tanner, Military and Family Readiness Center readiness noncommissioned officer in charge, gives a post-deployment brief to Barksdale Airmen at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Aug. 6, 2025. Post-deployment briefings offer Airmen the opportunity to learn how to better reintegrate themselves, and resources to help them manage their finances and mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Aaron Hill)

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