The Wing’s home station is Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, which is situated in Alford’s district. “This is incredible news for Whiteman Air Force Base, the 442d Fighter Wing, and our entire state. The F-15E Strike Eagle mission secures the future for the 442d, saving jobs and bringing continued opportunity to Missouri,” Gov. At the same time, the Strike Eagle fleet has been heavily strained by persistent operational demands for decades now. An F-15EX Eagle II and an F-15E Strike Eagle, side by side, at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.