Nellis' Warrior of the Week, announced

The Nellis Warrior of the Week from June 15 to 19 is Tech. Sgt. Landon Smith, a 99th Force Support Squadron manpower and organization technician. How long have you been in the Air Force? 14 Years and 6 monthsHow long have you been at Nellis? 1 YearWhat is your hometown?Ogden, UtahWhat does your job

Be pool savvy

With the official start of the summer kicking off in less than a week and rising temperatures, members of the Nellis community may find themselves cooling off in a swimming pool. But there are plenty of potential poolside hazards, so be informed and stay alert to ensure the safety of your friends

Nellis set to recieve new fitness center

Plans for a new $25 million fitness center were finalized in a meeting with base leadership June 8. Col. Dave Belote, 99th Air Base Wing commander, approved the plans for the new fitness center after reviewing the architecture and site plans of more than 5 different proposals. "The Airmen at Nellis

Nellis leaders meet with Congressional delegates to share Airmen's stories, concerns

Senior 99th Air Base Wing leaders traveled to Washington to discuss issues affecting Nellis Air Force Base with Congressional delegates during a two-day visit to Capitol Hill June 10-11. Colonel Dave Belote, 99th Air Base Wing commander, and 99th Air Base Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Alfred

USAF Weapons School successfully completes first UAS, Raptor validation courses

The U.S. Air Force Weapons School graduated 96 officers, including members of the Air Force's first unmanned aircraft systems and F-22 Raptor validation courses, during a ceremony at the Flamingo Hotel June 13. Comprised of 17 squadrons, the Weapons School teaches graduate-level instructor courses

96 officers complete U.S. Air Force Weapons School training

The U.S. Air Force Weapons School will graduate 96 officers, including members of the Air Force's first unmanned aircraft systems class, during ceremonies in Las Vegas June 13. Comprised of 17 squadrons, the Weapons School teaches graduate-level instructor courses that provide the world's most

NTC and Green Flag West provide joint air attack team training for 4th BCT, 1st ID

The Operations Group at the National Training Center (NTC), the Air Force's Green Flag West (GFW) at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., and USJFCOM's Joint Fires Integration and Interoperability Team (JFIIT) are working closely together to prepare Army and Air Force personnel for the rigors of combat in

99th Air Base Wing bids farewell to command chief

The 99th Air Base Wing family bids farewell to their Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Robert Brooks, who has served almost two years as the senior enlisted adviser to the 99th Air Base Wing commander and a mentor to Airmen. As the enlisted voice for the 99th ABW, the chief's day typically began at

Nellis to host 20th Annual Defense System Forum

The 547th Intelligence Squadron will host the 20th annual Integrated Air Defense Systems Forum from June 23 to 26 located at the Threat Training Facility on Nellis. The IADS Forum complements the nationally recognized Nellis Air Tactics Conference, which is held every January. "This is a great

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