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  • Air Force manpower and personnel officials announced Jan. 27, 2010, a return of enlisted high year of tenure limits to their pre-2003 levels. The change will initially affect approximately 2,500 Airmen; 500 senior airmen, 400 technical sergeants, 1,200 master sergeants and 400 senior master sergeants. The HYT for senior master sergeant, master sergeant, technical sergeant and senior airman will return to 26, 24, 22 and 10 years, respectively. The HYT limits for both chief master sergeant (30 years) and staff sergeant (20 years) will remain the same since they were not raised in 2003.

    Air Force returns enlisted high year tenure to standards

    Air Force manpower and personnel officials announced today a return of enlisted high year of tenure limits to their pre-2003 levels."We've considered returning HYT limits to their normal levels for several years. Now that our Air Force end strength is stabilizing, it is an appropriate time to return back to the pre-2003 levels," said Mr. Tom
  • Maj. Gen. Frank Padilla, 10th Air Force commander (left), speaks with Maj. Amy Boehle, 926th Mission Support Squadron commander, and other 926th Group members during his visit here Jan. 14. General Padilla came to Nellis to participate in Air Combat Command’s annual Weapons and Tactics Conference, hosted by the United States Air Force Warfare Center. WEPTAC brings together hundreds of warfighters from the Combat Air Forces to discuss current and future issues, and provide solutions for joint employment of forces. The conference produces a prioritized test list that the USAFWC is responsible for executing. As a unit associated with the USAFWC, the 926th GP is integral to accomplishing the Operational Testing and Evaluation, and Tactics, Development and Evaluation operations from this list. General Padilla represents all Air Force Reserve Command forces operating in CAF missions, and fully supports the 926th GP in its Total Force Integration role within the USAFWC.

    10th Air Force commander visits Nellis reservists

    Maj. Gen. Frank Padilla, 10th Air Force commander (left), speaks with Maj. Amy Boehle, 926th Mission Support Squadron commander, and other 926th Group members during his visit here Jan. 14. General Padilla came to Nellis to participate in Air Combat Command's annual Weapons and Tactics Conference, hosted by the United States Air Force Warfare
  • CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- Airman Aaron Jacobson (right) is sworn into the U.S. Air Force by Lt. Col. John Myers, 78th Reconnaissance Squadron commander, during a Unit Training Assembly here on Jan. 13. Airman Jacobson is a Mission Intelligence Coordinator and the squadron's first non-prior service recruit. As a MIC, he supports Remotely Piloted Aircraft combat missions by providing diverse mission coordination with ground forces, collecting target information, and ensuring aircrews understand mission flow and taskings. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo/Master Sgt. Jennifer Vinson-Perez)

    78th Reconnaissance Squadron welcomes its first non-prior service recruit

    Airman Aaron Jacobson (right) is sworn into the U.S. Air Force by Lt. Col. John Myers, 78th Reconnaissance Squadron commander, during a Unit Training Assembly here on Jan. 13. Airman Jacobson is a Mission Intelligence Coordinator and the squadron's first non-prior service recruit. As a MIC, he supports Remotely Piloted Aircraft combat missions by
  • (Right to left) Col. Herman Brunke, 926th Group commander, and Col. Steven Winklmann, 99th Air Base Wing vice commander, cut the ribbon signifying the official opening of the 926th GP’s headquarters building, while observed by Ms. Margot Allen of Senator Ensign’s office, Ms. Roxane Unverrich of Congresswoman Berkley’s office and Mr. Robert Sharp of Senator Reid’s office. The new facility, along with an adjacent building, houses all of the group’s Nellis personnel in one location. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Erin Worley)

    Building openings signify Reserve's impact on Nellis

    The U.S. Air Force Reserve's 926th Group celebrated the opening of its new facilities with a ribbon cutting ceremony here January 8.The renovation of two dormitory buildings behind the base's satellite pharmacy was a $14.5 million project. PW Construction Inc., based out of California, employed local Las Vegas contractors to complete the two-year
  • The 926th Mission Support Squadron forms up in front of the 926th Group's new facility during a Unit Training Assembly on Jan. 8. The 926th MSS helped secure 11 numbered Air Force and command-level awards for the group in 2009. (U.S. Air Force Reserve photo/Capt. Jessica Martin)

    926th Group sweeps 2009 awards

    The 926th Group was recently recognized as one of Air Force Reserve Command's Outstanding Units for 2009, in addition to receiving four other command-level awards and six at the numbered Air Force level throughout the year. The group secured the Outstanding Unit award for its diverse operations within AFRC, with personnel integrated into more than
  • Col. Herman Brunke, who took command of the 926th Group on May 29, shares his vision for the U.S. Air Force Reserve's unit in its Total Force Integration efforts.

    Commander's Holiday Message 2009

    The arrival of this holiday season traditionally signals a time of preparation, celebration and reflection. I wanted to take a moment to tell you how thankful I am for all of you -- your hard work, your care for each other and your support of this community. You have much to be proud of; accomplishments in growing this group, supporting the
  • Ms. Debra Kent

    Civilian recognized as best in 10th Air Force

    Debra Kent was selected as the Force Support Command Staff (Administrative) Specialist of the Year by 10th Air Force on Dec. 6. Ms. Kent is the administrative assistant for the 926th Mission Support Squadron, responsible for processing all orders and travel vouchers, ensuring members are paid, buying unit supplies, serving as the timekeeper for the
  • Tech. Sgt. Lee McKinstry

    Non-commissioned officer recognized as best in 10th Air Force

    Tech. Sgt. Lee McKinstry was awarded Education and Training NCO of the Year for 10th Air Force on Dec. 6. Sergeant McKinstry is the education and training manager for the 926th Mission Support Squadron, responsible for overseeing all aspects of education and training programs to include managing the development of instructional products, planning,
  • Senior Airman Josiah Walker

    Airman recognized as best in 10th Air Force

    Senior Airman Josiah Walker was awarded Personnel Airman of the Year for 10th Air Force on Dec. 6. Airman Walker is a customer service apprentice in the 926th Mission Support Squadron, responsible for providing the Newcomers' briefing, managing file plans and auditing master personnel records in preparation for automation. He secured the award for
  • 926th Mission Support Squadron patch

    Mission support squadron secures two 10th Air Force level awards

    The 926th Mission Support Squadron received the Major General Eugene L. Eubank award and the Gerrit D. Foster, Jr. Outstanding Military Personnel Program award both in the small base category from 10th Air Force on Dec. 6. The squadron was recognized for helping Air Force Reserve Command meet its manning goal by 100 percent, leading the conversion
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