Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

U.S. Air Force Col. Shaun Loomis, right, outgoing Nevada Test and Training Range commander, is presented the Legion of Merit award by Brig. Gen. David Epperson, U.S. Air Force Warfare Center commander, during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. A change of command ceremony symbolizes the transfer of leadership authority from one officer to another, ensuring continuity and operational effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Thomas)

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Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Epperson, left, U.S. Air Force Warfare Center commander, passes the guidon to Col. Jeff Simmons, incoming Nevada Test and Training Range commander, in front of Senior Master Sgt. Dennis Kolesnik, center, the Nevada Test and Training Range senior enlisted leader, during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. The NTTR provides the warfighter a flexible, realistic and multidimensional battle-space to conduct testing tactics development, and advanced training in support of U.S. national interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Thomas)

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Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

U.S. Air Force Col. Shaun Loomis, right, outgoing Nevada Test and Training Range commander, passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. David Epperson, U.S. Air Force Warfare Center commander, in front of Senior Master Sgt. Dennis Kolesnik, center, the Nevada Test and Training Range senior enlisted leader, during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. The NTTR provides the warfighter a flexible, realistic and multidimensional battle-space to conduct testing tactics development, and advanced training in support of U.S. national interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Thomas)

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Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

U.S. Air Force Col. Shaun Loomis, outgoing Nevada Test and Training Range commander, delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. The NTTR supports advanced composite force training, tactics development and electronic combat testing for the Department of War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Thomas)

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Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

U.S. Air Force Col. Shaun Loomis, right, outgoing Nevada Test and Training Range commander, is pinned with the Legion of Merit award by Brig. Gen. David Epperson, U.S. Air Force Warfare Center commander, during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. A change of command ceremony symbolizes the transfer of leadership authority from one officer to another, ensuring continuity and operational effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Thomas)

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Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeff Simmons, Nevada Test and Training Range commander, addresses the crowd during a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 15, 2026. A change of command ceremony symbolizes the transfer of leadership authority from one officer to another, ensuring continuity and operational effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jasmine Thomas)

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Col. Loomis' commitment to innovation, integration and mission effectiveness helped ensure the Nevada Test and Training Range remained at the forefront of preparing the next generation of warfighters. We also welcome the new NTTR Commander Col. Jeffrey Simmons as the new commander and look forward to the future under his leadership.

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

Col. Jeff Simmons assumes command of the Nevada Test and Training Range

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