Air and Space Forces Association Thunderbird Chapter 189 AFA Las Vegas

Air and Space Forces Association Thunderbird Chapter 189 AFA Las Vegas We support the efforts of the AFA in Southern Nevada and aid our Airmen, Guardians and their families stationed at Creech and Nellis Air Force Bases.

AFA is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. We promote a dominant United States Air Force and a strong national defense, and to honor Airmen and our Air Force Heritage. To accomplish this, we:

EDUCATE the public on the critical need for unmatched space power and a technically superior workforce to ensure U.S. national security. ADVOCATE for aerospace power and Science, Technology, Engineering and

Mathematics education (S.T.E.M.). SUPPORT the total Air Force family, and promote aerospace education. Some examples: AF Wounded Warrior Program, ROTC scholarships, Honor the Honor Guard luncheon, LV Rotary “Wetzel” Awards, Cyber Patriot, Aviation Nation Air Show, PAC-12 Basketball Tourney tickets to Nellis/Creech Airmen, Base awards programs for Airmen, Adopt a Family” holiday support. All members are invited to attend monthly executive council meetings held the second Tuesday of each month at 1630.

Today is Flag Day. What does the flag symbolize to you?
06/14/2026

Today is Flag Day. What does the flag symbolize to you?

We're so proud to have Bobi Oates as our Chapter Treasurer and de facto Chairman. Her selflessness is on display daily ...
06/10/2026

We're so proud to have Bobi Oates as our Chapter Treasurer and de facto Chairman. Her selflessness is on display daily at local non-profits and directly with the Airmen and Guardians in the Vegas Valley. Kudos on this recognition at Nellis' new food pantry ( 'sCorner)!

This weekend we reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice in support of our nation. We join you in solemn recogn...
05/23/2026

This weekend we reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice in support of our nation. We join you in solemn recognition and a silent toast.

05/04/2026

The 2026 Silver State Warfighter Industry Day is 10 days away! Seize this opportunity and RSVP now, as seating is filling up quickly.

04/18/2026

Celebrating a legacy of innovation and courage.

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Silver State Warfighter Industry Day will be held at Nellis Air Force Base on the 1...
04/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Silver State Warfighter Industry Day will be held at Nellis Air Force Base on the 14th of May! We appreciate the support of the USAF Warfare Center team to make this event great. The event is hosted at the SECRET level.

An agenda will be forthcoming - until then Save the Date!

Please message us if you would like to be added to the list (2 seat A-10 for attention - brrrrt!).

Meet Nellis’s 2025 Honor Guard Annual Award winners! The Nellis Air Force Base Honor Guard represents the Air Force acro...
03/25/2026

Meet Nellis’s 2025 Honor Guard Annual Award winners!

The Nellis Air Force Base Honor Guard represents the Air Force across parts of Nevada, California, Utah, and Arizona. The team’s top priority is to provide military funeral honors for fallen veterans, retirees, and Active Duty service members. The team is also available to perform Color Guard sequences at public events to include promotion ceremonies, change of command ceremonies, retirements, opening events, and sporting events.

Trainer of the Year – SrA Jira Harvey
Amn of the Year – SrA Baijun Wu
Member of the Year – SrA Laodiceana Woodard
Rookie of the Year – SrA Sir French

Congratulations!

But joining costs too much! Fear not - your free membership is a click away! When you join make sure to sign up for yo...
03/13/2026

But joining costs too much! Fear not - your free membership is a click away! When you join make sure to sign up for your local Las Vegas Thunderbird Chapter and get notified of gatherings, goings-on, and other current events!

The Air & Space Forces Association announces its first-ever 𝗻𝗼-𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁, 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹-𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 today, a central strategy to grow AFA’s membership base to 1 million members by 2031. The new tier, called “Mission Membership,” will rally Airmen, Guardians, government civilians, military families, industry innovators, and anyone else with a passion for American airpower, spacepower, and national defense—all under the unified banner of AFA.
SIGN UP: https://www.afa.org/afa-launches-mission-membership-to-reach-goal-of-1-million-members/

It's starting to feel like spring in Las Vegas! Are you getting the itch to golf? Then come join us at the Thunderbird...
02/23/2026

It's starting to feel like spring in Las Vegas! Are you getting the itch to golf? Then come join us at the Thunderbird Chapter Annual Golf Tournament on 13 April.

For more info contact [email protected]

02/19/2026

AFA was founded 80 years ago by visionary leaders, including WWII legend Gen. Jimmy Doolittle (far left in photo) and movie star Jimmy Stewart (far right).

Eight decades later,and AFA is still proudly building the legacy that they began. Help us keep the mission going by making a gift today.
🎁 www.afa.org/give/80years

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PO Box 9749
Nellis Air Force Base, NV
89191

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