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Aug. 8, 2019
805th Combat Training Squadron; Nellis AFB’s newest squadron

The operations center sits in a large room, filled with rows of computers, displaying a simulated combat scenario. Above different areas in the room are signs designating who sits where. Cyber, Space and Judge Advocate are just a few of the stations in the dark room. Illuminating the area in the
Aug. 8, 2019
ACC defines HUR-RY, TOR-RY framework

While specific start dates of tornado seasons vary based on region, they can happen at any time, day or night. On the other hand, Hurricane Season recently began on June 1 and will extend to Nov. 30. Due to catastrophic weather events that took place throughout the past 12 year, including Hurricane
Aug. 7, 2019
RAF Lakenheath breaks homestation limitations

Starting the day in a new climate, in a new place, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath maintainers prepare for their pilots’ arrival. In the scorching sun, they conduct preflight inspections while constantly wiping the sweat from their eyes. The pilots will soon step to their F-15E Strike Eagle fighter
July 26, 2019
AFJO welcomes new commander

Brig. Gen. David W. Snoddy, U.S Air Force Warfare Center vice commander, passes the Air Force Joint Test Program Office’s guidon to incoming commander Lt. Col. Sean M. Higgins at a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., June 28, 2019. The Joint Test & Evaluation program is
July 26, 2019
VCSAF visits Red Flag 19-3

Royal Australian Air Force No. 2 Squadron Wing Commander Jason Brown, Gen. Stephen W. Wilson U.S. Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, RAAF E-7A Wedgetail crew, and Air Commodore Terry Vanharen, Australian Air Attache’ pose for a photo on the flightine at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 22, 2019 before
July 26, 2019
365th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Melissa Stone, commander 363d Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing, transfers command of the 365th ISR Group to U.S. Air Force Col. Jason Arnold. Arnold was preceded in his role as commander by U.S. Air Force Col. Hugh M. Ragland. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior
July 25, 2019
Feeding Red Flag

The Crosswinds Dining Facility has a rise in business during each Red Flag exercise that takes place at Nellis AFB.
July 22, 2019
Chef Robert Irvine Visits Nellis Air Force Base

Celebrity chef and television host Robert Irvine visited the Nellis AFB Commissary for a cooking demonstration and sit-down lunch with service members Friday, July 19, 2019.
July 18, 2019
823rd MXS Redesignates as 855th AMXS

Chief Master Sgt. Jason A. Breitmaier, superintendent 855th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron (AMXS) and Maj. Jonathan J. St Peter, commander 855th AMXS, unveil the 855th AMXS guidon at a redesignation ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Jul. 11, 2019. The 855th AMXS maintains and repairs HH-60G
July 17, 2019
99th MSG welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Anthony Figiera, commander 99th Mission Support Group, speaks after assuming command of the 99th MSG at Nellis AFB, July 7, 2019. Figiera is directly responsible for contracting, communications, civil engineering, force support, logistics readiness, and security for Air Combat