News - Tag Creech

Dec. 16, 2025
18X hits major milestone: Command Pilot rating

In 1913, the first two military aviation badges, silver wings, were issued to members of the U.S. Army Air Corps. As time went on, pilots of all airframes have been awarded their silver wings and given the rating of pilot, senior pilot and command pilot. Since then, the Air Force has grown rapidly
April 24, 2025
432nd Force Support Squadron Activates, Enhancing Morale and Mission Support at Creech AFB

In a momentous shift that enhances the identity, capabilities, and mission support of base services, the 432nd Force Support Squadron has officially transitioned from a unit to a full-fledged squadron. This transition places the squadron directly under the Mission Support Group. The activation
April 24, 2025
432nd Communications Unit becomes 432nd Communications Squadron

The 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing has seen a lot of changes throughout its history since it first activated in 1943 as the 432nd Observation Group. It has seen the deactivation, reactivation and creation of entire squadrons throughout the decades. On April 23, 2025, the 432nd Communication
Dec. 12, 2024
3D Printing Revolutionizes MQ-9 Maintenance Training at Creech AFB

The 432nd Wing is treading into new territory by using 3D printing to transform maintenance training for the MQ-9 Reaper, advancing the direction of remotely piloted aircraft more towards the Air Force’s recent innovation objectives.
Aug. 12, 2024
40 years behind the scenes: Mrs. Jane Brown

In the last forty years the United States military has been a part of the Cold War, the Persian Gulf War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom and others defending the United States from enemies both foreign and domestic. Some people support the mission without being seen, like Mrs.
March 11, 2024
New ACC Commander, Command Chief pay first visit to Creech

General Ken Wilsbach, commander of Air Combat Command and Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe, ACC command chief, visited the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing here, March 4.
Feb. 12, 2024
Historic Milestone: 432nd ACMS Joins Red Flag 24-1

The 432nd Aircraft Communications Maintenance Squadron, the only ACMS in the United States Air Force, made history with its first-ever participation in Red Flag 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, from Jan.15-Feb. 2, 2024.
Feb. 1, 2024
Air Force Historical Foundation names 432nd Wing 2023 Doolittle Award winner

The 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing at Creech Air Force Base, Nev., received the Air Force Historical Foundation’s 2023, James H. “Jimmy” Doolittle Award, Jan. 23. The award is earned by the U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force for displaying bravery, determination, discipline, esprit de
March 22, 2021
556th TES successfully launch, land first Creech AFB ATLC test

The 556th Test and Evaluation Squadron recently completed the first Air Combat Command test of the Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) for the MQ-9 Reaper at Creech AFB, Feb. 26, 2021.
March 5, 2021
Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign kick-off

Our Hunters kicked off the Creech AFB Campaign for the Air Force Assistance Fund, which will run until April 9th! The Air Force Assistance Fund campaign is a way to give back to our Hunter Family by supporting organizations designed to support Airmen and their families. Check out these photos, and