Creech AFB, formerly known as Indian Springs Air Force Auxiliary Field, is a United States Air Force base. Creech AFB is home to host unit, 432d Wing; which has six operational squadrons, one maintenance squadron, and MQ-9 Reapers and MQ-1 Predators.
The Base also serves as the aerial demonstration training site for the world famous,Thunderbirds.
Location
Creech AFB is located one mile north of the central business district of Indian Springs, Nevada; about 35 miles northwest of Las Vegas and 45 miles northwest of Nellis Air Force Base.
History
Today, Creech Air Force Base, is the home to the famed “Hunters” of the 432d Wing and 432d Air Expeditionary Wing. The base also hosts the operations of the 556th Test and Evaluation Squadron and 99th Ground Combat Training Squadron, and those of the Air Force Reserve’s 78th Reconnaissance Squadron and Nevada Air National Guard’s 232d Operations Squadron.
The base was established in the aftermath of the devastating December 7, 1941, aerial attack on Pearl Harbor, a horrific event that thrust America and a newly organized US Army Air Forces into World War II. Initially a “tent city” military training camp, in March 1942 efforts began to construct more permanent fixed facilities. In the seven decades since, the installation’s tradition and missions have continued to focus on answering the first call to duty–preparing Airmen for direct combat and support in an unwavering service to the nation.
It is named in honor of General Wilbur L. “Bill” Creech, known as the “Father of the Thunderbirds”.
Mission
The installation’s tradition and missions have continued to focus on answering the first call to duty–preparing Airmen for direct combat and support in an unwavering service to the nation.
432nd Wing consists of combat-ready Airmen who fly the MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper aircraft to support American and Coalition warfighters. The unmanned aircraft systems provide real-time reconnaissance, surveillance, and precision attack against fixed and time-critical targets. The Hunters conduct unmanned aircraft system initial qualification training for aircrew, intelligence, weather, and maintenance personnel.
Population Served
The 432d WG has approximately 2,500 personnel comprised of active-duty, Guard and Reserve Airmen as well as Department of Defense civilians and contractors assigned to Creech AFB. In addition, the 432d AEW has command and control over one active duty unit and more than 250 Air National Guard personnel flying the MQ-1 Predator that are a part of units in California, North Dakota, Texas and Arizona.
Base Transportation
Transportation is available for permanent party personnel for official use. For more information and policies contact Vehicle Dispatch at 702-652-8305 or DSN 312-682-8305.
Sponsorship
Air Force Permanent Party personnel should contact your unit for a sponsor. If you did not receive a sponsor, contact the Creech AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center for assistance at 702-404-0864/65 and DSN 312-384-0864/65.
Department of Defense civilians should contact your selecting official or personnel office for a sponsor. If you did not receive a sponsor, contact the Creech AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center for assistance at 702-404-0864/65 and DSN 312-384-0864/65.
Temporary Quarters
You can make your own arrangements for temporary lodging by calling the Nellis Lodging Office at 702-652-2711 or DSN 312-682-2711. Creech AFB has no TLF available at this time.
To make reservations, call Nellis AFB Lodging Office at 702-652-2711 or DSN 312-682-2711 as soon as possible.
The Desert Eagle RV Park has 116 RV slots with water, electric power and sewer hook ups. There are 32 sites with water and electric only, there are two tent areas, an overflow area, and a coin operated laundry facility with showers and restrooms.Reservations can be made by email, phone or mail.
Relocation Assistance
Be sure to stop by the Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) for information on schools, utility companies, neighborhoods, etc. You can reach the A&FRC at 702-404-0864/65 or DSN 312-384-0864/65.
Contact Information
Base Operator: 702-652-1110
99th Air Base Wing Public Affairs
Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada 89191-7078
Phone (702) 652-2750
DSN 682-2750
FAX (702) 652-9838
99abw.pa@nellis.af.mil.