ACC commander visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Gen. William M. Fraser III, commander of Air Combat Command, speaks with Col. William Thomas, 49th Medical Group commander, June 1, 2011, at the base clinic. The 49 MDG staff gave General Fraser an overview of the group’s history, statistics and plans of future construction. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner/Released)

ACC commander visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Gen. William M. Fraser III, commander of Air Combat Command, analyzes a guidance missile on an MQ-9 Reaper, June 1, 2011, during his visit to the base. The 49th Wing explained the aircraft’s capabilities to General Fraser as well as the transition from contract maintenance to Air Force maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner/Released)

ACC commander visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Mr. Jay Hill briefs Gen. William M. Fraser III, commander of Air Combat Command, June 1, 2011, at the 29th Attack Squadron. Mr. Hill gave General Fraser a brief overview on joint terminal attack controllers' capabilities at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., and how they assist in the MQ-1 and MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft training program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner/Released)

ACC commander visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. David Krumm, 49th Wing commander, welcomes Gen. William M. Fraser III, commander of Air Combat Command, June 1, 2011, at base operations. General Fraser toured various base agencies including Outdoor Recreation and was briefed about the Holloman Outdoor Wingman program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner/Released)

Colonel takes final flight

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. Robert McCutchen, 56th Fighter Wing at Luke AFB, Ariz., prepares for his final flight in the U.S. Air Force April 20, 2011. Colonel McCutchen, a command pilot with more than 5,000 hours in the F-16 Fighting Falcon, chose the historic F-4 Phantom for his final flight before retirement. Holloman is one of only a few bases that actively fly this aircraft. Entering service in 1960, the aircraft changed the landscape of airpower worldwide and served with distinction in Vietnam, Korea and Desert Storm and was retired from active service in 1996. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joe Laws/Released)

46th Test Group Annual Awards

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn, Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center commander, speaks during the 46th Test Group Annual Awards Banquet March 19, 2011 at the Enlisted Club. General Eichhorn was the guest speaker and presented the awards for the 46th TG 2010 Annual Awards Banquet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner/Released)

Col. Cole on Commander's Corner

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. -- Col. Robert Cole, 49th Mission Support Group commander, is interviewed by Mike Mason, 94 KYEE radio personality, for the monthly Commander's Corner radio spot Dec. 3, 2010. Col. Cole talked about the mission at Holloman Air Force base, directly answered questions from callers and personally mentioned a certain Airman who went above and beyond their normal day to day duties. To hear the next Commander's Corner, tune into 94 KYEE on the first Friday of every month, from 7 to 9 a.m. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eileen Payne/Released)

Col. Cole on Commander's Corner

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. -- Mike Mason, 94 KYEE radio personality, interviews Col. Robert Cole, 49th Mission Support Group commander, for the monthly Commander's Corner radio spot Dec. 3, 2010. Col. Cole talked about the mission at Holloman Air Force Base, directly answered questions from callers and gave recognition to a certain Airman who went above and beyond their normal day to day duties. To hear the next Commander's Corner featuring Holloman leadership, tune into 94 KYEE on the first Friday of every month, from 7 to 9 a.m. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eileen Payne/Released)

ACC Chief of Safety visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. Sid "Scroll" Mayeux, Headquarters Air Combat Command director of safety and former Fightin' 49er, gives a thumbs-up while Jim Schreiner taxis down the runway in a QF-4 Nov. 4, 2010. Colonel Mayeux flew in and observed a live flight mission during his comprehensive Program Management Evaluation (PME) of the 49th Wing safety program. Part of the inspection process included first-hand observations of wing and tenant ground, weapons and aviation safety activities. Mr. Schreiner is an instructor pilot with the 82nd Aerial Target Squadron Detachment 1 flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sergeant Nicholas Trim/Released)

ACC Chief of Safety visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. Sid "Scroll" Mayeux, Headquarters Air Combat Command director of safety and former Fightin' 49er, and Lt. Col. Matt Martin discuss air traffic measures for Remotely Piloted Aircraft and fighters Nov. 4, 2010. Colonel Mayeux and his team visited Holloman to conduct a comprehensive Program Management Evaluation (PME) of the 49th Wing safety program. Part of the inspection process included first-hand observations of wing and tenant ground, weapons and aviation safety activities. Colonel Martin is the 49th Wing Chief of Safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Veronica Stamps/Released)

Commander's Call emphasizes wingmanship, readiness

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. David Krumm, 49th Wing commander, speaks to Team Holloman during a Commander's Call Nov. 1, 2010. During the event, Colonel Krumm stressed the importance of wingmanship and readiness, while also expressing his continued appreciation for the Holloman Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Veronica Stamps/Released)

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- The Honorable Terry Yonkers, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, is briefed on the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle by Airman 1st Class Ricky Walker, 49th Materiel Maintenance Squadron, during his visit to the base Oct. 7, 2010. Mr. Yonkers was given a tour of the base by different squadron commanders to discuss various construction sites, to examine wetland issues and to meet members of Team Holloman. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eileen Payne/Released)

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- The Honorable Terry Yonkers, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, coins Airman 1st Class Rebecca Serrats, 49th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, during his visit to the base Oct. 7, 2010. Airman Serrats efficiently displayed her job by signaling in the Distinguished Visitor bus for a Foreign Object Debree check, compelling Mr. Yonkers to get out of the vehicle and give her a coin. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eileen Payne/Released)

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- The Honorable Terry Yonkers, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, talks with Lt. Col. Ryan Sherwood, 6th Reconnaissance Squadron commander, about Remote Piloted Aircraft Formal Training Unit during his visit to the base Oct. 7, 2010. Mr. Yonkers was given a tour of the base by different squadron commanders to discuss various construction sites, to examine wetland issues and to meet members of Team Holloman. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eileen Payne/Released)

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- The Honorable Terry Yonkers, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, is greeted by Col. David Krumm, 49th Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Geraldo Tapia, 49th Wing command chief, during his visit to the base Oct. 7, 2010. Mr. Yonkers was given a tour of the base by the different squadron commanders to discuss various construction sites, to examine wetland issues and to meet members of Team Holloman. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eileen Payne/Released)

Group commander hangs out with the 'Boyz'

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. Robert Cole, 49th Mission Support Group commander, prepares to sweep excess asphalt off of the flight line to help the 49th Civil Engineer Squadron "Dirt Boyz" keep it clean during new construction Sept. 24, 2010. Colonel Cole went out to work with his troops to get a feel for what they do. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner / Released)

Governor Richardson visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson (right), answers questions from local media representatives during a press conference at the Welcome Center Sept. 21, 2010. During Governor Richardson's visit, the local media had the opportunity to interview him about his visit to the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Veronica Stamps / Released)

Governor Richardson visits Holloman

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. David Sullivan, 49th Wing vice commander, talks with New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson Sept. 21, 2010. During Governor Richardson's visit, Colonel Sullivan shared Holloman's mission and upcoming changes to the wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Veronica Stamps / Released)

Wing commander takes to airwaves

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. -- Col. David Krumm, the 49th Wing commander at Holloman Air Force Base, speaks to Mike Shinabery and Jean Vallance during a KRYS AM radio show Sept. 9, 2010. During the radio show, the commander introduced himself to listeners in the local area and discussed recent and upcoming happenings on base. His span of topics during the show ranged from the upcoming Oktoberfest hosted by the German Air Force, to the expanding Remotely Piloted Aircraft Formal Training Unit. He also spoke about Holloman's latest news regarding the F-16 Fighting Falcon training mission set to come on board in the future. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sondra Escutia / Released)

Vice Commander throws first pitch

EL PASO, TX -- Col. David Sullivan, 49th Wing vice commander from Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., throws the first pitch at Cohen Stadium before the El Paso Diablos baseball game Aug. 21, 2010. Colonel Sullivan was invited to the Diablos game for military appreciation night. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner / Released)

46th Test Group Change of Command

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Col. Michael Brewer, 46th Test Wing commander from Eglin AFB, Fla., hands the 46th Test Group guidon to Col. Raymond Toth during an assumption of command ceremony July 8, 2010. Colonel Toth comes to Holloman from Washington, D.C., and is a pilot with more than 2,500 flight hours in multiple aircraft. He is now the commander of the 46th TG, which conducts a variety of tests necessary to keep joint weapon systems ready for war. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Strong)

46th Test Group Change of Command

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Members of the 46th Test Group give their first salute to new commander, Col. Raymond Toth, at an assumption of command ceremony July 8, 2010. Colonel Toth assumed command of the 46th TG, which conducts a variety of tests necessary to keep joint weapon systems ready for war. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Strong)(Released)

49th Wing Change of Command

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE,N.M. -- Col. David Krumm, 49th Wing commander, speaks during the 49th WG Change of Command at hangar 301, June 25, 2010. Colonel Krumm came to Holloman from the Pentagon where he served with Chief of Staff of the Air Force Fellowship Program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner / Released)

49th Wing Change of Command

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Airmen of team Holloman listen during the 49th Wing Change of Command at hangar 301, June 25, 2010. The 49th Fighter Wing guidon was cased by Lt. Gen Glenn Spears and the 49th Wing guidon was presented to Col. David Krumm. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Turner / Released)