Air Combat Command Inspectors gave the 509^th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base an “excellent” rating after a 12-day Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection that concluded on October 23, 2009.  The rating means that the 509^th Bomb Wing, the U.S. Air Force’s sole B-2 Bomber unit, remains certified to perform its strategic nuclear deterrent mission.

 

Skelton wrote to General Wheeler, “I commend you and the entire 509^th Bomb Wing on your performance during this critical inspection.  Your leadership and your airmen’s professionalism are reflected in the results of this inspection.  As you know, our nation depends on you to meet the highest standards and take the utmost care when working with the weapons in our strategic arsenal.  The men and women of the 509^th Bomb Wing have done our nation proud.”

 

            A copy of Skelton’s letter to General Wheeler is attached.

 

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November 4, 2009

 

Brigadier General Robert E. Wheeler

Commander, 509^th Bomb Wing

509 Spirit Boulevard, Suite 509

Whiteman Air Force Base, MO 65305

 

Dear General Wheeler:

 

I understand that the 509^th Bomb Wing recently and successfully completed a Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection, receiving an excellent rating and remaining certified to perform its strategic mission. 

 

            I commend you and the entire 509^th Bomb Wing on your performance during this critical inspection.  Your leadership and your airmen’s professionalism are reflected in the results of this inspection.  As you know, our nation depends on you to meet the highest standards and take the utmost care when working with the weapons in our strategic arsenal.  The men and women of the 509^th Bomb Wing have done our nation proud.

 

            With best regards, I remain

 

                                                            Very truly yours,

                                                            s/

                                                            IKE SKELTON

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