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  • Staff Sgt. Joseph, a sensor operator instructor with the 49th Operations Support Squadron looks over a sensor operator student during a flight on Oct. 5 at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M. Sensor operator students go through three to four months of Initial Qualification Training, where they go through phases of instruction to prepare for the operational environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emily Kenney)

    Teaching tomorrow's warfighter

    He intently peers at the screen -- focused and vigilant. He's watching -- waiting to strike.The bright lights from the screens shine on the face of this 20-year old and eager Airman. He focuses on his target, moving carefully -- never breaking his concentration.               Over his left shoulder stands Staff Sgt. Joseph, taking notes on his
  • Lt. Gen Lee Levy, commander Air Combat Command and Col. Joseph Moehlmann, commander 635th Materiel Maintenance Group unfurled the new banner during the 49th Materiel Maintenance Group transition to the 635th MMG re-designation ceremony Oct. 20, 2016 at Holloman Air Force Base N.M. The Ceremony marks the historic event of the Materiel Maintenance Group moving from Air Combat command over to Air Force Material Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stacy Jonsgaard)

    Materiel Maintenance Group unfurls new flags during re-designation

    Airmen from 49th Materiel Maintenance Group here sheathed the guidon for the 49th MMG and unfurled a new banner at a re-designation ceremony marking the group’s re-designation to the 635th MMG on Oct. 20
  • Matilda Smith, a retiree and pharmacy regular, and Maj. Rebekah, the 49th MDG pharmacist, unveil the pharmacy’s new medication return container, known as a MedSafe. It will assist in preventing medication abuse, accidental poisonings and environmental contamination from unusable or unwanted medications from patient’s homes. (Last names are being withheld due to operational requirements. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Matthew Rosine.)

    49th MDG unveils medicine drop-box

    (Editor's note: Last names are being withheld due to operational requirements) Holloman’s 49th Medical Wing pharmacy unveiled its newest option for patients to dispose of unused medications at a ceremony in the pharmacy at 7:15 a.m. Oct. 14, 2016.   The new medication return container, known as a MedSafe, will assist in preventing medication abuse,
  • U.S. Rep. Stevan Pearce, New Mexico’s 2nd district was the guest speaker at the fourth annual New Mexico Aviation Aerospace Association Career Expo Oct. 6, 2016 at Holloman Air Force Base N.M. About 2,500 middle school through college-level students from across New Mexico came out to learn about the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stacy Jonsgaard)

    Holloman hosts NM STEM event for kids

    Holloman Air Force Base hosted the fourth annual New Mexico Aviation Aerospace Association Career Expo on Oct. 6, 2016.  About 2,500 middle school through college-level students from across New Mexico came out to learn about the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. They also had the opportunity to learn about careers and
  • The 49th Medical Group's Public Health Office offers some tips for Holloman Airmen to stay informed about the West Nile Virus. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Aaron Montoya)

    Holloman Public Health traps first West Nile mosquitoes of season

    Although mosquito season is coming to a close, the risk of vector borne disease still exists. Recently, Holloman threat assessments for mosquitoes have confirmed a positive presence of the West Nile Virus in some mosquitoes on base. The mosquitoes collected are sent to a DoD entomology laboratory for testing.
  • Visitors to Holloman using state identification from Minnesota, Missouri, Washington and American Samoa will no longer be authorized access without additional documentation. A New Mexico driver’s license will still be accepted through Oct. 10, 2017 due to an extension. (U.S. Air Force Illustration by Airman 1st Class Randahl J. Jenson)

    New Mexico receives Real ID extension

    The Department of Homeland Security has granted New Mexico an extension to comply with the federal REAL ID Act.   The decision means the Air Force will continue to accept driver’s licenses from New Mexico and 16 other states and territories with extensions. Driver's licenses from these states will be accepted at all federal facilities, to include
  • A member of the 49th Medical Group applies a bandage to an Airman on Oct. 4, 2016 at the base’s drive-thru immunization clinic. The 49th MDG set up the clinic in a lot across the street from the 49th MDG building to make it easier for active duty Holloman Airmen to obtain their annual flu shot. The 49th MDG staff administered the influenza vaccine to 720 Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexis P. Docherty)

    Drive-thru flu clinic

    The 49th Medical Group set up a drive-thru immunization clinic to make it easier for active duty Airmen to obtain their annual flu shot Oct. 4, 2016. The 49th MDG staff administered the influenza vaccine to hundreds of Holloman Airmen throughout the duty-day.
  • Colonel Houston Cantwell, the 49th Wing commander, addresses Holloman Airmen during his first commander’s call at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., on Sept. 29. Cantwell discussed various topics with the Airmen from his first impressions to the importance of the RPA mission here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aaron Montoya)

    Colonel Cantwell addresses Airmen at his first Commander's Call

    The 49th Wing commander spoke to the Airmen of Holloman during his first commander’s call here on September 29. Colonel Houston Cantwell assumed command of Holloman on July 15, 2016. During this time, he has paid close attention to the functions of the base and the Airmen who keep it running. He shared his first impressions with the Airmen attending the commander’s call.
  • Lt. Col. Ryan Inman, 82nd Aerial Targets Squadron commander, flies a QF-16 across the horizon May 12 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. The QF-16 is a Full Scale Aerial Target that has been modified to be flown with a pilot in the cockpit for training and also without a pilot as a target for live missile testing. The 82nd ATRS received their first QF-16 in September of 2014 and will continue to transition their full scale aerial target program to the new model over the next several months. The 82nd ATRS operates QF-4, QF-16 and BQM-167 targets to provide manned and unmanned aerial targets support for programs across the Department of Defense. (U.S. Air Force photo/Sara Vidoni)

    QF-16 reaches operational capability milestone

    Air Combat Command declared Initial Operational Capability for the QF-16 Full-Scale Aerial Target Sept. 23.
  • Members from various agencies and non-profit organizations talk to guests at the annual Zoo After Hours event at Alameda Park Zoo in Alamogordo, N.M. on Sept. 24, 2016. The event was open to all active duty military personnel and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexis P. Docherty)

    Zoo After Hours

     (Editor's Note: Last names are being withheld due to operational requirements)The annual Zoo After Hours is a family-fun event that aims to promote family education to Holloman Airmen and their families. The event, organized by the 49th Force Support Squadron, was held from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Alameda Park Zoo in Alamogordo, New Mexico on Sept. 24,
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U.S. Air Force
HollomanAirForceBase-13 Jul
Check out some of the highlights from the #HAFB July 2018 Load Crew Competition! #FlyFightWin
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HollomanAirForceBase-06 Jul
Colonel Joseph Campo assumed command of the 49th Wing from Colonel Houston Cantwell on July 6, 2018. After assuming command Colonel Campo spoke to the Airmen gathered for the ceremony.
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HollomanAirForceBase-06 Jul
Holloman Air Force Base welcomes Col. Joseph L. Campo as the Commander of the 49th Wing. Holloman Air Force Base 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern) Air Combat Command
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HollomanAirForceBase-05 Jul
Check out the hard work of Airman 1st Class Anthony Montero, one of our fellow Fortyniners serving downrange!
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HollomanAirForceBase-04 Jul
Happy 4th! We hope everyone has a safe and fun holiday. In the meantime enjoy some sounds of freedom!
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HollomanAirForceBase-03 Jul
Daniel Salinas from the 49th Wing Safety office has some summertime safety tips to keep in mind.
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HollomanAirForceBase-02 Jul
#MondayMotivation “You have to get up and make the best of it. There’s no point in being down about it.” After approximately a year of doctors’ visits, Col. Paul Brezinski, 49th Medical Group commander, at 37 years old, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. That was only the beginning of his journey. Read Brezinski’s full story from the link below! AFMS-Holloman-49th Medical Group | Air Combat Command | United States Air Force | U.S. Air Force Medical Service - AFMS
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HollomanAirForceBase-27 Jun
2018 Big Give has officially kicked off at #HAFB! Team leaders showed up to receive a summer safety brief and pick up their Big Give t-shirts.
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HollomanAirForceBase-27 Jun
Holloman's dental clinic has a new initiative that will save patients and workers more time, check out the details from the link below! AFMS-Holloman-49th Medical Group | Air Combat Command| United States Air Force
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HollomanAirForceBase-23 Jun
U.S. Navy Identifies Casualty The U.S. Navy announced today the death of a U.S. Navy pilot who was involved in a mishap at Holloman Air Force Base, NM. Lt. Christopher Carey Short, from Canandaigua, New York died June 22nd when the A-29 aircraft he was piloting crashed while on a mission over the Red Rio Bombing Range, part of White Sands Missile Range, north of Holloman. "There's no way to to describe the shock of this loss and the sadness we feel for his family," said Col. Houston Cantwell, commander of Holloman's 49th Wing. "He did pioneering work in aviation that will help shape American air power for years to come. We're thankful to have known him and grateful for his devotion to duty." The cause of the mishap is under investigation. For more information about Lt. Short, contact Cmdr. Doug Gabos, Commander Naval Air Forces Reserve Public Affairs Officer, at 757-322-5652, or doug.gabos@navy.mil. For any additional queries, contact Lt. Col. Robert Carver, 49th Wing Public Affairs Office, Holloman Air Force Base, NM at 575-635-7774, or robert.n.carver1.mil@mail.mil.
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HollomanAirForceBase-22 Jun
An A-29 Super Tucano crashed over the Red Rio Bombing Range at approximately 11:30 a.m. MDT today during a training flight as part of the Air Force's Light Attack Experiment. One aircrew member suffered minor injuries and was airlifted to a local hospital. More information on the second aircrew member will be released when it is available. The crash is currently under investigation, and no cause has been determined at this time. The Red Rio Bombing Range is part of the White Sands Missile Range, a U.S. Army instillation and the Department of Defense's larges, open air test range. Fire and police units from the White Sands Missile Range Directorate of Emergency Services initially responded to the report of the crash. More information will be released when it is available. The ground-based military exercise scheduled for this evening has been canceled.
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HollomanAirForceBase-22 Jun
Aircraft crashes on Red Rio Range The 49th Wing has confirmed a manned aircraft crashed at approximately 11:45 a.m. at Red Rio Bombing Range, 65 miles north of Holloman Air Force Base. The Red Rio Bombing Range is an active Air Force facility that encompasses approximately 196,000 acres on White Sands Missile Range. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident. The condition of the pilots is unknown at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available. For additional information, please contact the Holloman Air Force Base Public Affairs Office at 575-572-5406 or 575-572-7381 during regular business hours, or 575-572-7575 after hours. The 49th Wing Pubic Affairs Facebook will also be updated as more information is made available.
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HollomanAirForceBase-22 Jun
Congratulations to the graduates of Airman Leadership Class 18-5. Good luck with your future leadership endeavors.
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HollomanAirForceBase-19 Jun
Thanks to the recent rain over the Lincoln National Forest, fire restrictions on the Smokey Bear and Sacramento Ranger Districts will be lowered to Stage I.
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HollomanAirForceBase-14 Jun
Check out some of the awesome work being put in by some of Holloman's own 49th Munitions Systems Specialists! #HAFB #AirForce #AMMO #ACC Air Combat Command Beale Air Force Base
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HollomanAirForceBase-11 Jun
#MondayMotivation Senior Master Sgt. David Mason, 49th Security Forces logistics and resources superintendent, was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement during his deployment to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, from July 2017 to January 2018. With the followership of several units, Mason accomplished 142 key leader engagements, establish daily security requirements and enable delivery of 36 tons of weapons and ammunition to the front lines. Additionally, he increased the defensive capabilities of his facility’s perimeter with several fortification efforts, including: replacing two miles of concertina wire, deploying 96 star barriers and one ground radar system. Congratulations Senior Master Sgt. Mason! For more: http://www.holloman.af.mil/Article-Display/Article/1544767/senior-master-sgt-receives-bronze-star-medal/
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HollomanAirForceBase-06 Jun
The Holloman High-Speed Test Track, operated by the 846th Test Squadron, is one facility that enables test scientists and engineers to meet both of the above criteria. The test track is a 10-mile long, precision-aligned track that provides scientists and engineers a platform from which to conduct their various missions. Tests on the track provide valid data on problems which cannot be solved by other ground test means. Airman Magazine | United States Air Force | Air Combat Command
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@HollomanAFB-21 Sep
🎉 We are so excited to announce our realignment to @AETCommand Oct. 1st! 🎉 The realignment ceremony is scheduled f… https://t.co/v45t6m8nAY
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@HollomanAFB-21 Sep
RT @USAF_ACC: #Breaking: @HollomanAFB will realign from #ACC to @AETCommand October 1. For more information, check out the full release: ht…
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@HollomanAFB-20 Sep
RT @AETCommand: Our team will be getting a little bigger on Oct. 1, 2018 as @HollomanAFB officially will be realigned under @AETCommand an…
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@HollomanAFB-20 Sep
The 49th Wing is sad to announce the passing of one of our own. Airman 1st Class Austin Vaughn, from the 49th Commu… https://t.co/l5u70FR5Pm
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@HollomanAFB-19 Sep
RT @Creech_AFB: An inside look at the Remotely Piloted Aircraft booth at #ASC18. It takes a great team, with @HollomanAFB & many more! WATC…
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@HollomanAFB-18 Sep
Col. Patterson, #49Wing vice CC, cuts a cake at the Shifting Sands dining facility for the #AirForceBirthday! Today… https://t.co/E00cXYMltD
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@HollomanAFB-18 Sep
RT @usairforce: Today we celebrate 71 years as the world's greatest #AIRPOWER! #Birthday #AFBDay https://t.co/VOY8ixMUlO
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@HollomanAFB-17 Sep
The #49Wing is committed to the health & well-being of its #Airmen. We are joining the nation in observing Sept. as… https://t.co/nnqcr1M1v4
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@HollomanAFB-17 Sep
RT @AETCommand: Don’t Forget: #USAF 71st Birthday tomorrow! USAF is part of US Joint Forces in every region & mission area across the full…
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@HollomanAFB-14 Sep
Congrats to Team @USAF_ACC for their 2nd place win in the #AFDefenderChallenge at @JBSA_Official! 🥈#HollomanAFB… https://t.co/FapBTsEztT
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RT @LANationalGuard: Have you noticed the warning signs? Have you checked on your #Wingman or #BattleBuddy today? September is Suicide Pr…
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@HollomanAFB-14 Sep
Col. Joseph Campo, #49Wing commander, held a commanders call for all #HollomanAFB personnel where he shared the new… https://t.co/DV0XDWjiQr
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@HollomanAFB-14 Sep
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@HollomanAFB-13 Sep
RT @USAF_ACC: The @usairforce transition to OCPs starts #October 1! Get ready by checking out part one of @AFCareers series on how to wear…
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@HollomanAFB-11 Sep
RT @DeptofDefense: LIVE: #SecDef Mattis & Vice Chairman @TheJointStaff #GenSelva host @VP at #Pentagon 9/11 ceremony. #NeverForget https://…
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@HollomanAFB-11 Sep
RT @usairforce: Units across all levels of command are addressing the issues identified by a #USAF-wide operational safety review. @GenDave…
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@HollomanAFB-07 Sep
RT @usairforce: #DYK: The #BattleofRobertsRidge is known as one of the deadliest engagements during #OperationAnaconda. Read about these he…
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@HollomanAFB-06 Sep
RT @usairforce: This week's #FollowFriday goes to @HollomanAFB! #DYK: Holloman is home to the world's longest test track! The 846th Test Sq…
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@HollomanAFB-06 Sep
RT @USAF_ACC: With the @usairforce transitioning to #OCPs next month, it's time to talk about patches! #CheckOut the story to learn more ab…