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The 414th Combat Training Squadron conducts Red Flag exercises to provide aircrews the experience of multiple, intensive air combat sorties in the safety of a training environment. There are three iterations of Red Flag annually, one U.S. only, one open to FVEY (Five Eyes) participants and one that welcomes an expanded roster of international allies and partners. The training occurs at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada on the Nevada Test and Training Range, the U.S. Air Force’s premier military training area with more than 12,000 square miles of airspace and 2.9 million acres of land.

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Aviation Nation highlights “75 Years of Airpower”

Children play with controls inside of an HH-60G Pave Hawk during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. The primary mission of the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night personnel recovery operations into hostile environments to recover isolated personnel during war. The HH-60G is also tasked to perform military operations other than war, including civil search and rescue, medical evacuation, disaster response, humanitarian assistance, security cooperation/aviation advisory, NASA space flight support, and rescue command and control. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron’s F-16s sit on the flightline at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., before Aviation Nation, Nov. 11, 2016. The Air Force Thunderbirds demonstrate the capabilities of the Air Force and the decisive combat power Airmen bring to threats against the U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

Members of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron prepare for take-off during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. The Thunderbirds perform precision aerial maneuvers demonstrating the capabilities of the Air Force’s high-performance aircraft to people throughout the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

Brig. Gen. Jeannie Levitt, 57th Wing commander, walks with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron pilots prior to flying with them during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. Levitt became the first female USAF fighter pilot in 1993 and was the first woman to command a USAF combat fighter wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

Lt. Col. Christopher Hammond, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron commander, salutes Thunderbird crew chiefs before take-off during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Nov., 11, 2016. Before joining the team, Hammond was the director of operations at the 16th Weapons Squadron, Nellis AFB, Nev. Hammond has logged more than 2,500 flight hours, with more than 400 hours of combat experience in the F-16. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

U.S. Air Force Thunderbird Air Demonstration Squadron pilots prepare for take-off during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. More than 295,000 global spectators to the Las Vegas area for the two-day event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

U.S. Air Force Thunderbird Air Demonstration Squadron crew chiefs line up during their demonstration at Aviation Nation on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds have performed for millions of people across the United States, spreading the word about the Air Force and its precision, skill and decisive combat power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

U.S. Air Force Thunderbird Air Demonstration Squadron crew chiefs cheer on a Thunderbird jet as it taxis down the runway during Aviation Nation on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. The Thunderbirds showcase the skill and precision of the aviators, maintenance and support Airmen who deploy to defend the nation and its allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

Four U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron aircraft fly in a close-air formation during Aviation Nation on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. The Thunderbirds are a demonstration team who display the pride, precision and professionalism of American Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

Members of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron perform stunts during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. The Thunderbirds perform precision aerial maneuvers demonstrating the capabilities of Air Force high performance aircraft to people throughout the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Thunderbirds perform in last show of the year

Members of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron fly in an aerial performance during the Aviation Nation air show on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Nov. 11, 2016. The Thunderbirds’ performance at Aviation Nation marked their final show of the 2016 season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Airmen load ammunition during the 99th Security Force Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance M4 carbine class on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. The 99th SFS CATM offer a wide variety of weapons classes, to prepare deploying Airmen for whatever real world scenario that may be ahead of them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Staff Sgt. Kade Vincent, 99th Security Forces Squadron combat arms instructor, removes an M4 carbine from a gun rack during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance M4 carbine training class on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. CATM teaches the proper use of the weapons Airmen use while deployed, permanently changing station, or fulfilling annual requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Master Sgt. Dennis Hutchinson, 57th Maintenance Group, fires an M4 carbine during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance class on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. CATM classes are most associated with the opportunity to go the range and enhance skills with a weapon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Staff Sgt. Jorge Lopez, a 99th Security Forces Squadron combat arms instructor, uses binoculars to view a target during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance M4 carbine class on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. CATM provides Airmen with the skills and confidence that will serve them throughout their deployment and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Airmen taking an M4 carbine Combat Arms Training and Maintenance class check their targets after a round of shooting on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. Once at the range, Airmen are given the opportunity to fire their weapon and familiarize themselves with the tools they will interact with daily while deployed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Airman 1st Class Levi Chamberlain, loads a new magazine during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance M4 carbine class on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. CATM prepares Airmen if they need to use their weapon they will know how to use it properly and have a good chance to survive any battle they come across. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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CATM: enhancing Airmen’s skills

Staff Sgt. Kade Vincent, 99th Security Forces Squadron combat arms instructor, clears the line during a Combat Arms Training and Maintenance M4 training carbine class on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 25, 2016. CATM offers all the basic Air Force weapons classes offered: M4 carbine, M9 pistol, M203 grenade launcher, M249 SAW, and then the M240 bravo medium machine gun. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Orthopedic Surgery: getting Airmen back on their feet

Maj. Ryan Swope, 99th Surgical Operations Squadron orthopedic surgeon, performs ACL surgery at the Mike O’Callaghan Federal Medical Center on Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 17, 2016. The 99th MSGS orthopedics unit performs procedures day-in and day-out to help injured Airmen return to their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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Orthopedic Surgery: getting Airmen back on their feet

An Airman prepares to hand a surgical instrument to the surgeon during an ACL surgery at the Mike O’Callaghan Federal Medical Center at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Oct. 17, 2016. The orthopedics unit of the 99th Surgical Operations Squadron performs a variety of surgeries in order to help Airmen return to top-form after being injured. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Tanenbaum/Released)
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