Jul 31 2025

NISRF Support Wing: New Commander Takes Over

Colonel Sanchez-Arjona during his final appearance as Commander of the Support Wing.

SIGONELLA, Italy - The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) held a Change of Command ceremony for its Support Wing on 31 July 2025 at Italian Air Force Base Sigonella.

Colonel Fernando Sanchez-Arjona, who had led the Support Wing since August 2022, relinquished command to Colonel Juan Carlos Dominguez during a formal military ceremony attended by NISRF personnel, international guests, and family members. In his farewell remarks, Colonel Sanchez-Arjona thanked the Support Wing team for their dedication and professionalism over the past three years. “It has been the greatest honor of my career to lead such a committed and capable group of professionals,” he said. “Together, we enabled the mission, supported innovation, and strengthened the backbone of the NISRF.”

Together, we enabled the mission, supported innovation, and strengthened the backbone of the NISRF

Colonel Fernando Sanchez-Arjona reflects on his time as Support Wing Commander during his final address.

General Creel praises the outgoing commander and welcomes his successor during the ceremony in Sigonella.

Under his leadership, the Support Wing enhanced logistics, infrastructure and personnel support across the Force, directly contributing to NISRF’s expanding operational reach and readiness. Colonel Juan Carlos Dominguez, a senior officer with extensive experience in multinational logistics and support operations, assumed command with a clear message: “I am humbled by the trust placed in me and I look forward to working alongside this outstanding team to continue enabling the success of NISRF’s mission.”

Colonel Dominguez addresses NISRF personnel after assuming command of the Support Wing.

The ceremony was presided over by Brigadier General John B. Creel, Commander of NISRF, who praised both officers: “Colonel Sanchez-Arjona led the Support Wing with vision and integrity. His legacy is one of resilience and progress. I am confident that Colonel Dominguez will continue that legacy with the same energy and excellence.”

The Support Wing is one of the three core elements of NISRF, providing essential support functions that sustain operations and ensure mission success.

Story by NISRF Public Affairs Office