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  • 49th AMXS Airman named Air Force crew chief of the year

    This year, the 49th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron’s own U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Shaun Shaffer earned the prestigious Crew Chief of the Year award for his outstanding dedication to his craft and ability to keep Holloman’s MQ-9 Reaper fleet in the air.

  • AMXS Airmen maintain Holloman’s MQ-9 Reapers

    Airmen from the 49th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform maintenance on an MQ-9 Reaper at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, June 11, 2024. The 49th AMXS is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all MQ-9 Reapers on Holloman AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Paczkowski)

  • AF Year in Photos

    This year's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This annual feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

  • Holloman | Photos: 6th Attack Squadron trains tactically-minded Airmen

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Ashley Meyer, 6th Attack Squadron MQ-9 Reaper instructor pilot, gives a briefing before a training session at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Oct. 13, 2022. The purpose of the briefing is to prepare for an upcoming MQ-9 training exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st

  • Mission complete: AF MQ-9s close out successful RIMPAC exercise

    After weeks of non-stop training scenarios on land, at sea and in the air, Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 concluded Aug. 4.Among the 25,000 service members participating in the exercise was a small MQ-9 detachment comprised of active-duty, air national guard and reserve Airmen from Reaper

  • MQ-9 makes its debut at RIMPAC SINKEX 2022

    The first-ever use of a U.S. Air Force MQ-9A Reaper, a remotely piloted aircraft, during a Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 sinking exercise (SINKEX), July 12.Participating in the SINKEX provided an opportunity for units from Australia, Canada, Malaysia and the U.S. to test weapons and systems in a

  • RIMPAC is underway for the Fighting 49ers

    For the last decade the MQ-9 Reaper has been the most requested asset in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, patrolling the skies during periods of conflict and heightened regional tensions.