Air Force recognized for achievements in awarding veterans contracts

The Department of Veterans Affairs recognized 23 Air Force bases for achievement under the Champions of Veteran Enterprise program during a conference here June 27. The Third Annual National Veteran Small Business Conference and Expo was held at Caesars Palace and honored installations with the

Predators reach quarter-million flight hours

Airmen from the 11th Reconnaissance Squadron flew an MQ-1 Predator Unmanned Aerial System past the 250,000 flying hour milestone June 22, at Creech Air Force Base, marking the historic milestone with a ceremony. "This historic achievement in the evolution of Air and Space Power underlines the United

Article's 15 for month of May

During May 2007, Nellis commanders administered 19 non-judicial punishment actions under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The punishments imposed reflect the commander's determination of an appropriate punishment after considering the circumstances of the offense and the

Wing CC takes the heat

Nellis Airmen's Center opens after 13 month's construction

A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the official opening of the Nellis Airmen's Center June 12. The new 3,000 sq. ft. center will serve as an alcohol-free community recreational facility for base Airmen to congregate for entertainment, refreshments, relaxation and events. The Airmen's Center, which has

Energy proclamation signed.

Putting Bombs on Targets

Black Knights Resurrected: 561st Joint Tactics Squadron prepares force, captures today's tactical issues

A ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the official reactivation of the 561st Joint Tactics Squadron took place here June 5. Headquarters Air Force and Air Combat Command deemed it necessary to create an organization that specializes in deployment-preparation training and in capturing tactical lessons

Nellis captain receives Bronze Star

One of Nellis' own received a Bronze Star for her outstanding service in Afghanistan from May 2006 to May 2007 in a ceremony held in Kabul, Afghanistan, May 1. "I am humbled," said Capt.Maria Moss, a native of New York and a maintenance officer with the 763rd Maintenance Squadron. "It is a good

2007 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign comes to conclusion

The six-week-long Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign held at Nellis and Creech Air Force Bases ended May 4. Nellis and Creech donated $133,800, exceeding the set goal by almost $4,000. All contributions made to AFAF are divided among four charity organizations: the Air Force Aid Society, the LeMay