June 26, 2015 Safety board investigates fire suppression system malfunction on base A Safety Investigation Board was convened June 19 to investigate the inadvertent activation of the fire suppression systems in Hangar 1600 and Hangar 1820 on June 13, 2015, at approximately 5:30 p.m.Water was released in Hangar 1600, and water and foam were released in Hangar 1820. There were no
June 25, 2015 Minors confess to causing $22,000 in damage during vandalism spree After weeks of investigative work, two minors confessed June 8 to committing vandalism at Desert High School and nearby school district maintenance buildings. From the end of April through mid-May, just under $22,000 in damage to school district property was caused by individuals living on base. The
June 24, 2015 Americans can send a service member something extra this Fourth of July This Fourth of July, Americans can celebrate their independence by giving back to those who defend it for them with an Army & Air Force Exchange Service gift card.Exchange gift cards can be sent to Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors and Marines deployed to Afghanistan, Kuwait and other contingency locations
June 24, 2015 AFTC needs to be 'agile, ready, right' The Air Force Test Center added a page to its three-year history June 18 when Maj. Gen. David A. Harris stepped into the role of commander. Gen. Ellen M. Pawlikowski, commander of Air Force Materiel Command, presided as the center transitioned to a new leader for the very first time."The mission of
June 23, 2015 Enhance teamwork, effectiveness, significance and leadership skills! Comprehensive Airman Fitness is comprised of a multitude of targeted programs and activities as well as resiliency skills taught to enable Airmen to make sound choices. The program's goal is to build and sustain a thriving and resilient Air Force community that fosters mental, physical, social and
June 23, 2015 Airmen Against Drunk Driving volunteer opportunities for July The AADD (Airmen Against Drunk Driving) team is looking for volunteers for the month of July. Please help the fight in continuing to keep the streets safe and free of drunk drivers. Your help is needed. Look over the AADD volunteer responsibilities for an overview of what is expected if you are not
June 23, 2015 Exchange shoppers can win share of $25,000 with MILITARY STAR contest To mark 120 years of support to America's service members and their families, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is giving military shoppers a chance at $25,000 in account credits with the MILITARY STAR Because of You sweepstakes.From July 1 to July 31, military shoppers will be automatically
June 23, 2015 Annie Banannie dazzles during summer reading program Balloon story teller Annie Banannie dropped by the library June 19 as part of this years summer reading program.This year's program officially started June 5 and is open to children of all ages. At sign up each child receives a bookmark, pencil, book bag and t-shirt with the theme, "Read to the
June 22, 2015 Seminar provides expert advice for smart home buying Whether you are a first-time home buyer or looking to purchase an investment property, the Housing Management Office is here to help. June 17, they brought subject matter experts to the Airman and Family Readiness Center for a free Home Buyer's Seminar."We offer services for any Edwards AFB
June 18, 2015 Harris takes command of Air Force Test Center Maj. Gen. David A. Harris assumed command of the Air Force Test Center during a change of command ceremony today. The ceremony was attended by local dignitaries along with members of the AFTC workforce in Hangar 1600.Harris comes to Edwards from within the AFTC enterprise where he was the 96th Test