3 Jul 2019

Nellis summer safety: fireworks

When someone brings up the Fourth of July, one of the first things come to mind is fireworks.

18 Jun 2019

Weapons School: Multi-domain integration since 1996

The purpose of Weapons School Integration — the capstone event for each class of the U.S. Air Force Weapons School (USAFWS) Weapons Instructor Course (WIC) — hasn’t changed much over the years, but the capabilities, platforms and domains involved have.

28 May 2019

Gunsmoke: Revolutionized

U.S. Air Force Weapons School (USAFWS) squadrons and various maintenance and special operations units competed in Gunsmoke at Nellis AFB, May 15.

9 May 2019

Air Force to reactivate aggressor squadron for F-35 training

The action came after Gen. Mike Holmes, Air Combat Command commander, recommended training for fifth generation fighter tactics development and close-air support would be improved by adding F-35s to complement the fourth generation aircraft currently being used.

30 Apr 2019

3-time ace, World War II, Vietnam War veteran visits Nellis

Retired Col. Clarence Anderson, highest scoring living ace, visited Nellis AFB for a meet and greet with leadership and Airmen, April 25 at the Nellis Club.

8 Apr 2019

Robotic system advances minimally invasive surgery

The 99th Surgical Operations Squadron (MSGS) performed their first robotic general surgery using the da Vinci Surgery System, April 3, at the Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center.

29 Mar 2019

Airmen chart new path for female-specific flight equipment

The Air Force is working to redesign the gear used by female pilots across the force after facing challenges with current flight equipment.

22 Mar 2019

Pilot’s first Red Flag experience at Nellis

Capt. Kyle Benham, 62nd Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II fighter jet pilot, participated in his first Red Flag March 8-22 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev.

20 Mar 2019

726th ACS gives Red Flag eyes over the NTTR

The 726th Air Control Squadron (ACS) are providing comprehensive radar coverage on the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR) for all the pilots flying in Red Flag 19-2 this month.

15 Mar 2019

99th MDG participates in Mercy Air Life Flight exercise

The Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center conducted a Mercy Air Life Flight exercise March 13 at the medical center’s helipad on Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.