Colonel Nelson introduces Yuma Proving Ground as key Army test facility

Colonel Nelson, commander of the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), took center stage at the Arizona Senate Military Affairs and Border Security meeting, highlighting the critical role of YPG in military testing. With a service record dating back to 1995, Colonel Nelson emphasized the importance of YPG as the Army's premier extreme natural environment test organization.

During his presentation, he outlined YPG's unique capabilities, which include testing in three distinct environments: the Arctic regions in Fort Greeley, Alaska; the tropical regions in Panama and Suriname; and the rugged desert conditions of Yuma. "We have a broad portfolio of weapon systems that we're responsible to test," he stated, underscoring the facility's reputation for efficiency and reliability.

Senators expressed their appreciation for Colonel Nelson's insights, with one senator personally welcoming him and acknowledging the wider audience tuning in from across the state. The meeting served as a platform for Colonel Nelson to reinforce YPG's legacy and its commitment to delivering high-quality testing services for the Army.

As YPG continues to play a vital role in military readiness, Colonel Nelson's leadership and the facility's capabilities are poised to remain at the forefront of defense operations in Arizona and beyond.