Oct. 28, 2021 846th Test Squadron qualifies vital new ejection system for Air Force’s new trainer jet Since the Air Force announced its intent to replace the T-38C Talon with the T-7A Red Hawk, various aspects of the successor have been studied to prepare the trainer jet for its imminent deployment.The examination of a critical component of the T-7A is underway at the Holloman High Speed Test Track
Oct. 8, 2021 Modernization effort underway to keep Holloman High Speed Test Track on the rails To ensure the Holloman High Speed Test Track at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, continues its record-setting ways and serves as a hub for testing to enhance pilot safety and hypersonic systems development for decades to come, 846th Test Squadron personnel are exploring the modernization of the
Sept. 14, 2021 Exercise ACE Reaper debuts in Hawaii Airmen and Marines from across the country joined together for the first Agile Combat Employment Reaper exercise which kicked off Sept. 8 and is expected to run through Oct. 8, 2021. This exercise is one of the very few times the MQ-9 Reapers have flown in the Pacific.Approximately 60 service
Feb. 12, 2020 49th Operations Group tour The 49th Operations Group hosted a tour of their facilities to showcase their operation for Holloman Airmen and their spouses.
Jan. 24, 2020 Safe and secure The 49th Security Forces Squadron updated the policy and procedures for personal firearms on base, Dec. 11, 2019.The 49th SFS is responsible for defending Air Force personnel and assets, and periodically adjustments are made so all with base access clearly understand the rules and procedures.
Jan. 16, 2020 Preparing our warfighters “I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.”All Airmen must abide by this statement when they join to serve the United States. Staying ready to answer the call is not only an honor, but a requirement.The 49th Logistics Readiness
Dec. 16, 2019 8th Fighter Squadron 19-CBF graduation 11 F-16 Viper student pilots graduated from the 8th Fighter Squadron’s F-16 Basic Course, during a ceremony at Club Holloman, December 14th, 2019, here.The F-16 B-Course is a 37-week long course required for all student pilots. On average, B-Course students log 70 hours of flying time over 59
Dec. 6, 2019 Tough love Young men huddled around a smoldering, crackling fire. Warmth finally reached their operational camouflage patterned gear, tattered and damp from the cold, mountainous terrain of Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Their instructor’s eyes filled with reminiscent thoughts from a distance; those men earned a
Dec. 4, 2019 Diamond Sharp Award December 2019 Every month, a first sergeant has the honor of choosing a deserving Airman to be presented the First Sergeant Council’s Diamond Sharp Award for an outstanding act or continuous outstanding performance.For the month of December, Master Sgt. Giles Dame, 49th SFS first sergeant, is proud to present the
Nov. 25, 2019 Trust me, I'm a doctor Life is very fast paced for an aircrew member in the Air Force. Airmen must work quickly to all do their part in ensuring the mission is a success. These team members may be hesitant to reach out to a doctor at times, in fear of deterring critical operations. Regardless, it is important that Airmen