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Lightning lights up skies over Nellis

Maj. Joe Scholtz, 59th Test and Evaluation Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, adjusts his face mask prior to his flight July 18, 2014, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The F-35’s helmet mounted display system is the most advanced system of its kind. All the intelligence and targeting information an F-35 pilot needs to complete the mission is displayed on the helmet’s visor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Young)
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Lightning lights up skies over Nellis

Maj. Joe Scholtz, 59th Test and Evaluation Squadron, F-35A Lightning II pilot, adjusts his helmet prior to flight July 18, 2014, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The F-35’s engine produces 43,000 pounds of thrust and consists of a three-stage fan, a six-stage compressor, an annular combustor, a single stage high-pressure turbine and a two stage low-pressure turbine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Young)
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Lightning lights up skies over Nellis

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 59th Test and Evaluation Squadron, taxis in after landing July 18, 2014, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. This marked the first F-35 flight at Nellis to take place since the fleet was grounded after a runway fire took place at Eglin AF B, Fla., June 23. While grounded, additional inspections of the fleet’s engines were conducted to insure the safety of pilots and aircrew. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Timothy Young)
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Pilot soars through sky, achieves 1000 flight hours

Maj. Matt Allen, a 706th Reserve Squadron full time air reserve technician, who is assigned to the 59th Test and Evaluation Squadron as an F-22 test director, stands by an F-22 Raptor before flight on July 21, 2014, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. On July 21, Allen officially became the seventh of all F-22 pilots, and the first one at Nellis AFB, to reach one thousand flying hours in the F-22. Allen reached this milestone during a test mission over the Utah Test and Training Range. One thousand flying hours is a significant moment for fighter pilots, it equates to roughly one thousand takeoffs and landings. Allen was quick to thank the maintainers and their efforts for maintaining and prepping the aircraft roughly one thousand times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rachel Loftis)
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Flight operations in full swing for Red Flag 14-3

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, lands during Red Flag 14-3 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., July 15, 2014. Red Flag exercises involve a variety of attack, fighter, bomber, reconnaissance, electronic warfare aircraft, air superiority aircraft, airlift support, search and rescue aircraft, and aerial refueling aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Siuta B. Ika)
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13th Bomb Squadron brings Global Strike capability to Red Flag

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit assigned to the 13th Bomb Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., gets inspected by ground crews during Red Flag 14-1 Feb. 10, 2014, at Nellis AFB, Nev. The B-2 is the only aircraft in the world of its kind, bringing unmatched long-range, precision-strike capability options to combatant commanders around the world. Red Flag gives air and ground crews the opportunity to experience realistic combat scenarios they may find in a future real-world environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler)
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13th Bomb Squadron brings Global Strike capability to Red Flag

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit assigned to the 13th Bomb Squadron from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., gets inspected by ground crews during Red Flag 14-1 Feb. 10, 2014, at Nellis AFB, Nev. The B-2 is the only aircraft in the world of its kind, bringing unmatched long-range, precision-strike capability options to combatant commanders around the world. Red Flag gives air and ground crews the opportunity to experience realistic combat scenarios they may find in a future real-world environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler)
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13th Bomb Squadron brings Global Strike capability to Red Flag

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., sits on the flightline during Red Flag 14-1 Feb. 10, 2014, at Nellis AFB, Nev. The B-2 is a low-observable aircraft capable of infiltrating enemy air space and destroying high value ground targets all while avoiding enemy air defenses. Red Flag encompasses all aspects of aerial warfare including air-to-air, air-to-ground, and electronic warfare. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler)
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B-2 Spirit

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- A B-2 Spirit from the 13th Bomb Squadron, Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., banks over the flightline at Nellis AFB, Nev., during a Red Flag 14-1 night training mission Jan. 29, 2014. The B-2 is a multi-role bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions. The 13 BS is participating in Red Flag to show what Global Strike stealth assets do when incorporated into the exercise’s mission planning. Red Flag night missions present the additional challenge of low visibility, testing the aircrew’s ability to execute the mission at any hour in a contested and degraded environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Red Flag 14-1

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit assigned to the 13th Bomb Squadron at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., takes off during Red Flag 14-1 at Nellis AFB, Nev. The B-2 is a multi-role bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions. Red Flag gives Airmen an opportunity to experience realistic, stressful combat situations in a controlled environment to increase their combat readiness and effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas Spangler)
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57th MXG Propulsion Shop keeps aircraft flying

57th MXG Propulsion Shop keeps aircraft flying (U.S. Air Force photo layout by Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Gant, 57th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, inspects the intake of a 64th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon as part of a pre-flight inspection Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The crew chief must check the intake blades for any cracks or foreign object debris to ensure a safe flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Torola, 926th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, Marshalls out an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 64th Aggressor Squadron Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft that is highly maneuverable. An all-weather capability allows it to accurately deliver ordnance during non-visual bombing conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Young)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Evan Ciemnoczolowski 57th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, latches a bar in place to hold up a panel on an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 64th Aggressor Squadron Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Crew chiefs are responsible for inspecting aircraft and fixing any discrepancies noticed during pre or post flight inspections. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Young)
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Aggressors back in business

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 64th Aggressor Squadron takes off for a training flight Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Aggressor pilots utilize adversary tactics and act as hostile forces during air-combat exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Capt. Steven Wilhoit, 64th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, goes through a pre-flight checklist before a training flight Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Aggressor pilots are trained in the use of adversary tactics to better prepare U.S. and allied pilots for possible air-to-air conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Terrance Harris 57th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, prepares a 64th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon cockpit before a training flight Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Before each flight, the crew chief prepares the cockpit and ensures the pilot is strapped in safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chelsea Mays, 926th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, disconnects a fuel hose as part of pre-flight preparations for a 64th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. It is the crew chief’s responsibility to ensure the aircraft is properly refueled before each training mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Aggressors back in business

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chelsea Mays, 926th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief, prepares to update maintenance records following pre-flight checks on a 64th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Aug. 13, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Crew chiefs inspect aircraft thoroughly before and after every flight to ensure safety and optimum performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Kleinholz)
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Nellis F-35A Lightning II takes first flight

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron taxis down the runway before a training mission April 4, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. The 422nd TES will design the tactics for the F-35A. The squadron will also determine how to integrate the F-35A with other aircraft in the Air Force inventory. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Brett Clashman)
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