The airmen of the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale AFB, La., on Jan. 13 completed a one-week, no-notice nuclear surety inspection and performed well. In fact, 26 airmen and 23 teams were recognized for superior performance. “Congratulations on another extremely successful inspection,” said Col. Steven Basham, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, of the demanding evaluation his airmen faced. He added, “Today we received the same exceptional praise for our professionalism, mission readiness, and ability to overcome any obstacle.” NSIs gauge a wing’s ability to execute its nuclear mission safely, securely, and reliably. “We’ve asked a lot of you and you continue to not only deliver but to shine,” said Gen. Will Fraser, Air Combat Command boss, of the Barksdale airmen. On Jan. 19, the 90th Missile Wing at F.E. Warren AFB, Wyo., was declared mission ready after its no-notice NSI. (Barksdale report by SrA. Alyssa C. Miles)
Key Air Force, Space Force Leaders Set to Retire
May 23, 2022
The Department of the Air Force announced the retirements of several key leaders within the Air Force and Space Force on May 23, while also unveiling more than a dozen new assignments for current or future one-star generals.