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| - Having been stationed at Nellis AFB in the early 1980's, this review might be a bit biased. I was privy to see many aircraft and pilots there, from US and foreign air forces, during Red Flag, Gunsmoke and other operations there with other military units, like Green Flag and Silver Flag Alpha. I found the base to be well equipped for permanent party and visiting airmen, with a movie theater, NCO and Airman's clubs, ample BAQ and BOQ and a BX, Shoppette and Package store. Transportation on base then was lacking, but a shuttle bus around base would have been helpful. Transportation off base was via a private vehicle or city bus, and there was a rent a car facility on base. Since my departure from Nellis, the community has grown up around it, and Nellis is no longer out in the middle of BFE by itself. Air shows there are a treat for visitors, as the Home of the Thunderbirds hosts Aviation Nation. I have seen innumerable ones there, and across the country, by the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels. A note to visitors to the airshows, bring plenty to drink, sunscreen, shade and good shoes. It is HOT in the desert and not for the newbie. Heat exhaustion and Heat stroke will get you if you are unprepared. Nellis is the Home of the Fighter Pilot. Welcome!
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