Colonel Nicole Schatz officially assumed leadership of the 75th Mission Support Group at Hill Air Force Base during a change of command ceremony held on July 1, 2026. The ceremony marked the transition of authority for the group responsible for critical base operations and support functions in Utah.
Transfer of Command Authority
During the July 1 event, Schatz formally received the guidon from Colonel Daniel Cornelius, who serves as the commander of the 75th Air Base Wing. The transfer of the guidon is a traditional military custom that symbolizes the official change in command and the continuity of leadership for the unit.
As the incoming commander, Schatz took over responsibility for overseeing four distinct squadrons within the 75th Mission Support Group. These squadrons are tasked with maintaining the operational readiness and infrastructure necessary to support the mission at Hill Air Force Base.
Scope of Mission Support
The scope of Schatz's new command encompasses a wide range of essential military and base-wide services. Under her leadership, the 75th Mission Support Group manages mission support functions and service support specifically for Hill Air Force Base.
Her responsibilities include the oversight of personnel services and the management of military transportation and logistics readiness. These components are vital to ensuring that the base can respond to changing mission requirements and maintain a steady flow of resources and personnel.
In addition to logistics and personnel management, the 75th Mission Support Group is responsible for the fundamental security and law enforcement capabilities of the installation. Schatz will lead the squadrons tasked with force protection, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets at the base.
This includes the coordination of law enforcement efforts to maintain order and protect the community within the Hill Air Force Base perimeter. The group's ability to provide robust force protection is a cornerstone of the wing's overall mission success.
Ceremony Details and Documentation
The change of command ceremony featured remarks from Col. Schatz as she addressed the gathered personnel and distinguished guests. The event serves as a formal recognition of the outgoing and incoming leadership's commitment to the mission of the 75th Mission Support Group.
The ceremony was documented by U.S. Air Force photographer Cynthia Griggs, whose work captured the pivotal moment when Schatz received the unit colors from Col. Cornelius.
Looking Forward
With the transition complete, the 75th Mission Support Group continues its work providing the foundational services required for Hill Air Force Base to function effectively. The group's focus remains on logistics readiness, personnel support, and the protection of the base community under Col. Schatz's new leadership.
