U.S. Airmen from the 96th Bomb Squadron prepare their equipment and receive a preflight brief before departing for a CONUS-to-CONUS mission at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Dec. 9, 2025. The 2nd Bomb Wing’s long-range strike capability enables persistent, global power projection, providing combatant commanders with a reliable, safe and secure strategic deterrent. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Jaiyah Lewis)
