June 2, 2015 Bunch readies for departure with 'fini flight' Maj. Gen. Arnold W. Bunch Jr., Air Force Test Center commander, took to the skies one last time over Edwards AFB May 27. Bunch took his final proficiency flight in a B-52 Stratofortress; his primary airframe.As AFTC commander, he directed a $31 billion enterprise of more than 18,000 military,
June 2, 2015 Exchange unveils customer service initiative, chance at $500 As part of its "Year of the Customer" efforts, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering an in-store assistance program to ensure shoppers always find what they are looking for, whether in-store or online at www.shopmyexchange.com.Here at Edwards AFB, designated, trained Exchange associates
June 2, 2015 Massaro introduced as new 412th OSS CC The 412th Operations Support Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 1 at the Developmental Airdrop rigging shop. Lt. Col. Jeffrey Geraghty passed the 412th OSS guidon to incoming commander Lt. Col. Mark Massaro, symbolizing that he has relinquished command of the
June 2, 2015 24 of the world's best robots to compete in DARPA Robotics Challenge Finals June 5 The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency - the organization that laid the groundwork for the Internet, stealth technology, handheld GPS and much more - invites the public to attend the exciting conclusion of a three-year robotics competition focused on developing robots that can assist humans
June 1, 2015 DHS robotics teams seeking volunteers The Desert High School Robotics program held an open house to recruit new members and volunteers May 27 at the Center of Excellence. Both teams are seeking mentors to volunteer for the FIRST Robotics program in time for the 2015-2016 FIRST Tech Challenge season. The teams need mentors with a wide
June 1, 2015 June Family Advocacy classes P.R.E.P. (Couple's Relationship Enhancement Workshop) This six-week workshop is intended to address issues such as negotiating and resolving conflict, power struggles, communication challenges, and trust issues. Whether your relationship is need of some "fine tuning" or a major overhaul, this
May 28, 2015 DHS softball ends season in playoffs The Desert High School Scorpions softball team battled, but ultimately ended up one run short losing 11-10 in extra innings to Katella High School from Anaheim. The game was part of the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section Division 6 playoffs. The Scorpions finished 15-9 on the
May 28, 2015 Branch Elementary students have successful launch Branch Elementary School students cheered as rockets they built were launched in the school's third annual Intermediate Space Challenge May 26. The competition includes 4th-6th grade classes that work on a Big Daddy Rocket Kit for around two weeks leading up to the big day.Each class operates like a
May 27, 2015 EOD wins intramural championship with explosive finish After losing a match to the 412th Civil Engineer Group Explosive Ordnance Disposal team in the winner's bracket during the 2015 Intramural Volleyball playoffs, the 412th Operations Support Squadron team climbed out of the losers bracket to once again face EOD in the championship game May 20 at the
May 27, 2015 YF-22A brings in $25,000 for museum move The Air Force Flight Test Museum accepted a $25,000 donation to sponsor their YF-22A from the Bechtel Corporation May 21. The Flight Test Historical Foundation has 80 aircraft available for corporate sponsorship in their prospectus. Each aircraft is assigned a sponsorship level based on its size and