Nellis News

Aug. 6, 2026
Fields takes command of 505th Command and Control Wing, emphasizes C2 as foundation of airpower

In an era defined by strategic competition, the 505th Command and Control Wing, the U.S. Air Force’s only wing dedicated to operational-level command and control, transitioned leadership during a change of command ceremony at Hurlburt Field, Florida, July 10.
July 27, 2026
Air Force tests Collaborative Combat Aircraft at Creech

The future of air combat is being forged in the Nevada desert as the Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft Experimental Operations Unit pushed the boundaries of semi-autonomous technology during a recent Agile Combat Employment exercise.
July 24, 2026
Nellis Air Force Base: A Legacy of Freedom Forged in the Desert Sky

As the echoes of the United States’ 250th Independence Day celebrations settle across the nation, this historic milestone invites us to reflect on the institutions that have secured our nation's independence. With the July 4th fireworks having recently illuminated skies from coast to coast, the
July 23, 2026
Air Force Joint Test Program Office welcomes new commander

Air Force Joint Test Program Office welcomes Col. Hector Ortega as their new commander at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, July 15, 2026.
July 23, 2026
Ready for the Mission: 99 ABW welcomes new leader

Concluding his leadership of one of the Air Force’s largest and most complex installation support missions, Col. Jason Glynn relinquished command of the 99th Air Base Wing during a ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, July 17.
July 16, 2026
July 2026 Diamondback and Team of the Month Awards

Leadership from the 99th Air Base Wing awards the diamondback airman and team of the month July 10, 2026.
July 14, 2026
Flight Operations at Nellis Air Force Base

U.S. Air Force aircrafts assigned to the 57th and 53rd Wing take off and land at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, July 7, 2026. The 6th Weapons Squadron, assigned to the USAF Weapons School, specializes in advanced training for F-35A Lightning II pilots and instructors. The 64th Aggressor Squadron
July 13, 2026
Col. Grant assumes command of 99 MSG

U.S. Air Force Col. Thomas Grant, 99th Mission Support Group commander, assumes command of the 99th MSG at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, July 1, 2026. The 99th MSG is responsible for supporting operations for the base and the Nevada Test and Training Range.
June 30, 2026
VENOM FORGE tests Agile Combat Employment scenarios, promotes multi-base partnerships

An integration exercise designed to develop new tactics, techniques and procedures, combined support from five wings, seven groups and 17 squadrons across maintenance, logistics, operations, medical, security, safety, fuels, fire emergency services, airfield operations and host-base support June 17,
June 29, 2026
Total Force Milestone: ANG leader takes command of 16 WPS

There is a symmetry in mentorship when an instructor can step back and watch their former student take the lead. For the 16th Weapons Squadron (WPS), that moment arrived during a change of command ceremony that is as much about enduring brotherhood as it is about military tradition.U.S. Air Force to