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Centennial squadron reactivates at Creech

Master Sgt. Jeffrey, 18th Attack Squadron First Sgt., unveils the 489th ATKS flag and streamers during the unit’s reactivation ceremony Dec. 2, 2016, at Creech Air force Base, Nev. The ceremony paid homage to traditions dating back to Frederick the Great of Prussia, and allowed members of the unit to maintain continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell)
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MQ-1, MQ-9 Millennials making a difference on the battlefield

Senior Airman Than, 42nd Attack Squadron MQ-9 sensor operator, poses for a photo Nov. 28, 2016 at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. As a sensor operator Than is responsible for operating the Multi-Spectral Targeting System for reconnaissance and lasing targets for guided munitions. The position of sensor operator is open to enlisted Airmen and is unique because members as young as 20 play key roles in keeping U.S. and coalition ground forces safe while providing persistent attack and reconnaissance to the combatant commanders to contest terrorism. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)
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MQ-1, MQ-9 Millennials making a difference on the battlefield

Senior Airman Than, 42nd Attack Squadron MQ-9 sensor operator flies a simulated training mission Nov. 28, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. The position of sensor operator is one of two jobs in the Air Force where enlisted Airmen can employ munitions from an aircraft, the other being aerial gunner. This gives young enlistees an opportunity to daily affect the battlefield by providing reconnaissance and persistent attack by guiding weapons to their targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)
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