If finalized, the transition would bring 24 F-15E Strike Eagles to Whiteman Air Force Base and preserve one of the Air Force Reserve’s combat-coded fighter wings. His office worked with Air Force leadership, military advocates, community leaders, and members of the House Armed Services Committee to advocate for maintaining a fighter mission at Whiteman. And, most importantly, it ensures the proud tradition of excellence at Whiteman Air Force Base continues.” He also thanked Air Force leadership, Air Force Reserve Command, Gov. “This is a new chapter for Whiteman Air Force Base, but it is built on the same foundation of excellence that has defined the 442nd for generations,” Alford said.