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Col. Julian Cheater, 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, talks about the wing’s innovative and forward thinking, during an all-call at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Mar. 8, 2019. Cheater and Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Newman, 432nd WG/432nd AEW command chief, touched on a variety of topics ranging from reaching four million flight hours to supporting the Hunter family, career progression and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Dillon White)

March 20, 2019

Calling all Hunters: Commanders talk mission updates with RPA Airmen

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Col. Julian Cheater, 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Newman, 432nd WG/432nd AEW command chief hosted a commander’s call, at Creech, Mar. 8, 2019. This all-call provided 432nd WG leadership with the ability to update Airmen at Creech, as well as the geographically separated units at Ellsworth, Shaw and Whiteman Air Force Bases.

An MQ- Reaper remotely piloted aircraft performs aerial maneuvers over Creech Air Force Base, Nev., June 25, 2015. The MQ-9 Reaper is an armed, multi-mission, medium-altitude, long-endurance remotely piloted aircraft that is employed primarily as an intelligence-collection asset and secondarily against dynamic execution targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cory D. Payne/Released)

March 11, 2019

MQ-1B, MQ-9 flight hours hit 4 million

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. (AFNS) — The MQ-1B Predator and MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft reached a historic flight hour milestone March 1.

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul Funk, III Armored Corps and Fort Hood, Texas, commanding general talks with wing leadership about the effects ISIS had on the Middle East at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 10, 2018. Funk was the commanding general of the Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve for U.S. Central Command and wanted to express his appreciation for the role Creech Airmen played in OIR. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Haley Stevens)

Dec. 12, 2018

Army general reflects on ISIS annihilation with RPA Airmen

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul Funk, III Armored Corps and Fort Hood, Texas, commanding general, visited Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 10, 2018. Funk was the commanding general of the Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve for U.S. Central Command.

Maj. Phillip, 732nd Operations Group chief of intelligence (center), his grandfather Jerry (left) and his father Patrick (right) celebrate Maj. Phillip’s promotion March 31, 2018, in Las Vegas. Jerry and Patrick have also served in the U.S. Air Force and retired after more than 20 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Haley Stevens)

June 8, 2018

A family legacy: 65 years in the making

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — As he rolled open his desk drawer to reveal a military patch once worn by his father, Maj. Phillip’s gaze lingered on the 432nd Tactical Fighter Wing emblem in his grasp. His eyes seemed to search for the memories woven between the black and maroon threads before setting it down next to his keyboard. Many families connect through movie nights, snacking on popcorn, rooting for their favorite sports team or singing those ‘80s classics, but this Major’s family founded a tradition within the years they dedicated to the U.S. Air Force.

Airpower Over Hampton Roads spectators check out the MQ-9 Reaper at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, May 20, 2018. Cloudy skies and rain did not deter visitors from paying a visit to JBLE over the air show weekend. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Haley Stevens)

May 22, 2018

Creech Airmen bring RPA enterprise to ACC headquarters

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Aircrew, maintainers and support personnel with the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing displayed the MQ-9 Reaper at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia for the Air Power Over Hampton Roads airshow, May 18-20, 2018. 432nd WG Airmen made the journey to Langley AFB, Air Combat Command headquarters, to help members of ACC, as well as the local community, understand how the Remotely Piloted Aircraft enterprise works alongside other U.S. Air Force assets.

Spectators get an up-close and personal look at the MQ-9 Reaper April 28, 2018, during the Joint Base Charleston Air & Space Expo at JB Charleston, S.C. During the air show more than 80,000 spectators had the opportunity to learn about the MQ-9 and its mission from the Airmen who fly, maintain and support it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christian Clausen)

May 3, 2018

Reaper showcased at JB Charleston Air & Space Expo

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. — Remotely piloted aircraft pilots, sensor operators and maintenance personnel from Creech Air Force Base, Nev., showcased their MQ-9 Reaper alongside science, technology, engineering and math displays April 27-28, 2018, at the Joint Base Charleston Air & Space Expo at JB Charleston, S.C.

Col. Julian Cheater, 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, signed a proclamation declaring April 2018 the Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month for Creech Air Force Base, March 21, 2018, at Creech AFB, Nev. The proclamation states that “…together, we can reduce, with the goal to eliminate, sexual assault from the U.S. Air Force.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Haley Stevens)

May 1, 2018

Creech AFB makes strides against sexual assault

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is a military and civilian observance that takes place during April with the goal to eliminate sexual assault within the armed forces. In line with the 432nd Wing/432nd Air Expeditionary Wing’s priority to support the Hunter family, the base participates in campaigns such as SAAPM to ensure the well-being of service members and their families while contributing to a safer future.

Approximately 400 Airmen are expected to arrive at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., in support of new MQ-9 Reaper group following Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson’s approval, Jan. 10, 2018.

Feb. 9, 2018

MQ-9 Reaper Airmen arrive at Shaw

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. — MQ-9 Reaper support Airmen recently began arriving at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, in line with Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson’s Jan. 10 announcement that the base will be home to a new MQ-9 group.

Members of the 867th Attack Squadron stand at attention for a group photo on Dec. 15, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev.

Aug. 25, 2017

Return of the legacy: 867th ATKS turns 100

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. – The 867th Attack Squadron reflected on a remarkable heritage as it celebrated its 100th anniversary of its activation, Aug. 25, 2017, as the 92d Aero Squadron.

Members of the 489th Attack Squadron stand at attention during a group photo Dec. 14, 2016, at Creech Air Force Base, Nev.

Aug. 16, 2017

A legacy of valor: 489th ATKS achieves centennial

CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. — The 489th Attack Squadron has played an important part of airpower and reached its centennial anniversary on Aug. 13, 2017, despite multiple duties and designations.

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