Whiteman Air Force Base, located in Knob Noster, Missouri, is home to the 509th Bomb Wing, the only B-2 Spirit stealth bomber unit in the United States Air Force. Its primary mission is nuclear deterrence, global strike, and assurance, ensuring the nation's ability to respond to any threat worldwide. The base also hosts various other units, including the Missouri Air National Guard's 131st Bomb Wing, making it a vital component of national defense and a major economic driver for the surrounding region.
