Whiteman Air Force Base is located in central Missouri, an area many think of as the Ozarks, a state made famous by its seemingly endless streams. Others regard Missouri as merely an extension of St. Louis or Kansas City. Actually, it is both and neither. Covering more than 44 million acres, Missouri is larger than all of New England. Whiteman AFB, somewhat removed from dense population, can still yield any product or service imaginable within an hour's drive.

Numerous smaller communities surround the base including Knob Noster, and Warrensburg within two and 12 miles respectively. Sedalia is 20 miles to the east. These communities' affiliations are both historical and meaningful. Other surrounding communities include: California, Clinton, Cole Camp, Concordia, Higginsville, Holden, Independence, Jefferson City, Kansas City, La Monte, Lexington, Lincoln, Marshall, Versailles, Warsaw and Windsor. Residents and merchants from these communities welcome military members and their families with open arms while providing great support through the Base Community Council.

Whiteman is near Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 50. Those approaching from the east on Interstate 70 should take the Sedalia exit onto U.S. Highway 65 south. In Sedalia, Highway 65 intersects with Highway 50. Turn west on Highway 50 and drive approximately 20 miles to the Whiteman AFB exit. Turn left onto State Highway 23 south and drive about two miles to the Spirit Gate on the left.

For those approaching from the west on Interstate 70, take the Warrensburg exit onto State Highway 13 south. As you approach Warrensburg, Highway 50 passes under Highway 13. Turn east onto Highway 50, at the end of the Highway 13 overpass, and drive to State Highway 23 south. Travel two miles south to reach the Spirit Gate on the left.

North and south approaches to Whiteman intersect with Interstate 70 or Highway 50, respectively.

If flying to your new assignment, the Kansas City International Airport is a logical arrival location choice with Whiteman 90 miles southeast of the airport. If driving from the airport, take Interstate 435 east toward St. Louis. As you approach Interstate 70, stay in the left lane and take Interstate 70 heading east. The trip takes about 90 minutes, depending on traffic.

Because there is no base transportation available from the airport, it's wise to work your complete travel plan with your sponsor in advance. If stuck at the airport, call the Whiteman operator at (660) 687-1110 and ask to be connected with your units first sergeant for help.

If arriving in a privately owned vehicle, record mileage as it is reimbursable on your travel voucher as is authorized rental car or public transportation costs.