Aug. 7, 2026 New Mexico-based Airmen operate MQ-9 Reapers at Exercise Zia Sunbird in Michigan Airmen from Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, successfully performed MQ-9 Reaper operations during Exercise Zia Sunbird at the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center July 13 to July 24.
June 13, 2025 49th OG holds ribbon cutting ceremony for new building 49th Wing leadership cut the ribbon for the 49th Operation Group’s new facility at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 30, 2025. The new facility serves as a centralized location for MQ-9 pilot and sensor operator training and operations, coinciding with the relocation of ground control
July 9, 2024 49th OG trains sensor operators, produces instructors In 2009, Holloman set up its MQ-9 Reaper aircrew training program and since then it has become the U.S. Air Forces hub for MQ-9 training, graduating hundreds of students every year.
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.