Yesterday, military helicopters were
flying over head all day. At one point they were flying so low that
they actually shook our RV. I couldn't find any information on drills
going on in the area. Sometimes these things have a habit of going
live. Anyway, here is some interesting info:
There are five military bases in
Kansas.
Forbes Field
Location: Topeka, Kansas
In Use: 1967- Present
Overall Mission: This base focuses on in-flight refueling
not only for Air Force units, but also for all US military and US
allied nation aircraft when needed.
They also train to carry and provide cargo, medical equipment, and
personnel to units in mission.
Their aircraft is the KC-135 Stratotanker.
McConnel Air Force Base
Location: Wichita, Kansas
In Use: 1941- Present
Overall Mission: This base focuses mainly on “Intelligence,
Surveillance, and Reconnaissance.”
They also perform ground support and cyber systems missions to
protect and defend the US.
Salina Air National Guard Detachment
Location: Salina, Kansas
Overall Mission: This is an Air Support Operation base,
with a heavy focus on weather and meteorological forecasting to
support US Air Force flights in the area.
They plan, control, coordinate, and request aircraft operations
and missions with the knowledge they find. They also have a special
operations team that performs tactical air control.
Fort Leavenworth
Location: Leavenworth County, Kansas
In Use: 1827- Present
Overall Mission: This large, historic base serve a
multitude of missions. It is home to an Active Duty Military Police
Brigade as well as a National Guard Infantry Division.
It also hosts many essential Army centers and offices, including
the Military Corrections Complex which holds the US Disciplinary
Barracks (the only military personnel maximum security prison).
Fort Riley
Location: Flint Hills Region, Kansas
In Use: 1853- Present
Overall Mission: This base is home to the historic 1st
Infantry Division, also known as “The Big Red One,” which has
been serving for over 100 years.
It also serves as a training location for members of the Kansas
National Guard and Army Reserve.
The base’s main goal is to deliver and support readiness in each
of these units.
Everyone have a good day. Take care out there.