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MQ-9 model heads west to Travis AFB

Staff Sgt. Cadi, Senior Airman Chris and Master Sgt. Joe, members of the 432nd Maintenance Squadron, push the MQ-9 Reaper casket across the hangar May 5, 2017, at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. In order to begin assembling the model, the team had to reposition the casket below a hoist and lift it from its casing. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class James Thompson)

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MQ-9 model heads west to Travis AFB

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds fly in formation above the 2017 Wings over Solano air show May 6, 2017 at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. The Thunderbirds concluded the air show with a high-speed maneuver demonstration. ( U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class James Thompson)

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MQ-9 model heads west to Travis AFB

1st Lt. Aaron, pilot, and Tech. Sgt. Christopher, sensor operator both assigned to the 867th Attack Squadron hold a conversation during the 2017 Wings over Solano air show May 6, 2017, at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. The aircrew greeted and discussed facts to all attendees interested in the MQ-9 Reaper model during the show. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class James Thompson)

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MQ-9 model heads west to Travis AFB

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform at the 2017 Wings over Solano air show May 7, 2017, at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. The Thunderbirds concluded each show and were one of many aerial demonstrations held at the event May 6-7. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class James Thompson)

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AFVSA to implement new RPA childcare

To combat the unique childcare challenges, personnel from the Air Force Services Activity headquarters in Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, recently met with military members here and conducted interviews where they discussed new and evolving care options for service members supporting the remotely piloted aircraft mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Nadine Barclay)

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The evolution of the combat RPA

An MQ-1 Predator sits on the flight line Dec. 8, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. The predator started as an RQ-1 in the late 1990s providing reconnaissance capabilities only until the early 2000s when it was equipped with two AGM-114 Hellfire missiles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)

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The evolution of the combat RPA

The GNAT 750 was the first long-endurance remotely piloted aircraft. After it was purchased by the United States Air Force, it would evolve into the RQ-1 Predator during the 1990s to fly its first missions over the Balkans during the Kosovo conflict. (Courtesy Photo)

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The evolution of the combat RPA

An MQ-9 Reaper sits on the flight line Nov. 22, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. The Reaper is an evolution of the MQ-1 Predator and can carry four AGM-114 Hellfire missiles and two 500 pound bombs while being able to fly for 18-24 hour missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)

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Centennial squadron reactivates at Creech

Lt. Col. Theodore, 489th Attack Squadron commander, speaks during the unit’s reactivation ceremony Dec. 2, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. Theodore, who was previously a commander of at Creech, was chosen to assume command of the 489th ATKS. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell)

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Centennial squadron reactivates at Creech

Lt. Col.Theodore receives his first salute after assuming command of the reactivated 489th Attack Squadron Dec. 2, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. The unit will assume responsibility of aircraft launch and recovery in deployed environments and operate on a rotational basis. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell)

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Centennial squadron reactivates at Creech

An Airman reveals the 489th Attack Squadron patch on an MQ-9 Reaper during the unit’s reactivation ceremony Dec. 2, 2016, at Creech Airforce Base, Nev. Lt. Col. Theodore assumed command of the 489th ATKS during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell)

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Centennial squadron reactivates at Creech

Col. Joseph, 432nd Operations Group commander, salutes during the 489th Attack Squadron’s reactivation ceremony Dec. 2, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev. Joseph presided over the ceremony and designated Lt. Col. Theodore as the unit’s commander. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Kristan Campbell)

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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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MQ-1, MQ-9 showcased at Aviation Nation

Spectators get a closer look at an MQ-9 Reaper at Aviation Nation Nov. 11, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The public was able to get a close view of the aircraft while also being educated on its capabilities from members of Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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MQ-1, MQ-9 showcased at Aviation Nation

Capt. Michael, 432nd Wing MQ-1 pilot, explains the capabilities of an MQ-9 Reaper during Aviation Nation Nov. 11, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper were among the many other fighter, bombers, and legacy aircraft on display. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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MQ-1, MQ-9 showcased at Aviation Nation

A young girl laughs with her father during Aviation Nation Nov. 12, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The air show featured more than 10 aerial demonstrations and more than 50 aircraft displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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MQ-1, MQ-9 showcased at Aviation Nation

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbird aerial demonstration team pass over an MQ-9 Reaper during Aviation Nation Nov. 12, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The MQ-9 Reaper and MQ-1 Predator attracted many curious spectators interested to learn how the aircraft worked and their capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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MQ-1, MQ-9 showcased at Aviation Nation

Spectators get a closer look at an MQ-9 Reaper during Aviation Nation Nov. 11, 2016, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Members from Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, brought an MQ-9 Reaper and MQ-1 Predator to the open house to display its capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen/Released)

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