July 8, 2020
Department of Air Force stands up Diversity and Inclusion Task Force
WASHINGTON (AFNS) — The task force is charged with identifying and changing policies, procedures, barriers and other practices that may be unfairly impacting underrepresented Air and Space professionals.
June 30, 2020
Creech Airmen gather to share Pride, love, growth
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The Creech Diversity Council hosted a Coffee and Conversations event in honor of Pride Month featuring a panel of 432nd Wing LGBTQ+ Airmen at the Base Theater Jun 25, 2020.
June 25, 2020
432nd AMXS Airmen ready to respond, ensured Marine safety
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Towing a camper is difficult, towing a bus - even more; thus, towing a United States Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom with a rotor span longer than a bus requires skill and precision.
June 24, 2020
Armed against COVID: 432nd AMXS modify load competition to test, prepare Airmen
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Airmen from the 432nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron compete in a Load Crew of the Quarter competition, at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, June 18, 2020. The 432nd AMXS wore protective gear and split the competition into shifts as a precaution to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
432nd OG changes command
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — U.S. Air Force Col. John Powers, center, 432nd Operations Group commander, assumes command from presiding official Col. Stephen Jones, left, 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, during the 432nd OG change of command ceremony at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, June 19, 2020. Powers took over the group from Col. Eric Schmidt, right, who
June 23, 2020
Nellis serology testing advances fight against COVID-19
NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The 99th Medical Group (MDG) continues to stay at the forefront in the fight against COVID-19 by introducing in-house serology testing here, June 15.
CSAF returns to Home of the Hunters: Praises persistence, readiness through COVID
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein visited the Home of the Hunters to discuss enterprise and installation growth and see how the wing sustains their 24/7 Remotely Piloted Aircraft missions through COVID-19, June 20.
June 22, 2020
AF Diversity Award: Airman paves path to culture of diversity, inclusion
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — “It is time for every one of us to strive for understanding and a culture of inclusiveness and belonging across our Air Force,” said Gen. David L. Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the Air Force in a letter titled “Unrest in America.”
Air Force Surgeon General authorizes 5-year shaving waivers
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — In a memorandum dated June 18, 2020, Air Force Surgeon General Lt. Gen. Dorothy Hogg authorized five-year shaving waivers for Air and Space Professionals diagnosed with Pseudo Folliculitis Barbae, effective immediately. Driven by feedback from the field, the change is intended to provide more time for skin to heal and prevent recurrence.
June 19, 2020
Chief Master Sgt. JoAnne S. Bass named 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) — In selecting Bass, incoming Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown said Bass brings skills, temperament and experience that the job requires and an outlook on leadership that meshes with his own.