Press Releases

  • NO CHANGE IN BARKSDALE MISSION POSTURE

    The 2nd Bomb Wing has confirmed there has been no change in its mission posture despite inaccurate reports that Barksdale AFB has changed its readiness levels.

  • DoD AND BARKSDALE RELEASE NEW COVID-19 GUIDANCE

    In observance of the most recent guidance issued by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Defense, Barksdale Air Force Base has directed all individuals on base to wear face coverings while indoors to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

  • THUNDERBIRDS ARRIVAL DELAYED

    The arrival of the Air Force Thunderbirds aerial demonstration team today has been delayed due to schedule changes.

  • 96TH BOMB SQUADRON CHANGE OF COMMAND

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Vanessa Wilcox became commander of the 96th Bomb Squadron, of the 2d Operations Group, during a change-of-command ceremony April 21, 2022, marking her as the first female B-52 squadron commander.

  • BARKSDALE REOPENS AFTER WINTER WEATHER

    On Monday, Feb.22, Barksdale Air Force Base will reopen. However, the base is still recovering from the storm and continues to operate under a water boil advisory. This will limit the operations of some facilities on the installation.