Oct. 11, 2018 Aircraft that evacuated Hurricane Michael depart Barksdale The aircraft from Shaw Air Force Base and Eglin Air Force Base evacuated to Barksdale to avoid possible damage from Hurricane Michael.
June 13, 2018 U.S. and French aviators remember WWI A 96th Bomb Squadron B-52 from Barksdale Air Force Base joined French Dassault Mirage 2000D fighters and a KC-135R refueling jet over Nancy-Ochey Air Base, France, June 12, to commemorate the entrance of U.S. aviators into WWI 100 years ago.
Dec. 7, 2017 Inside Hoban Hall: A new look The foyer inside of Hoban Hall received a remodel that was completed in November, which highlights the remarkable history of Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana.
May 24, 2017 Honoring a Hero: Aviator Receives Medal Six Decades Overdue An elderly man entertains guests from his chair, which is surrounded by medical equipment. Moments later, a familiar shade of blue walks through his front door, causing him to rise and greet the newcomer. The newcomer picks up the elderly man’s military service coat, the same as his own and places
Jan. 20, 2016 High Octane: POL fuels the fight In a world fueled by fossil fuels, Airmen from the 2nd Logistic Readiness Squadron petroleum, oils and lubricants distribution flight function as the heart of Barksdale AFB pumping the blood needed to accomplish the mission.