Edwards AFB News

  • Edwards Exchange celebrates 119 years with 5% MILITARY STAR Card discount

    On July 25, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service marks a historic milestone, celebrating 119 years of serving Airman and their families. On July 25, 1895, General Order No. 46 established the exchange on military installations, directing post commanders to set up an exchange at every post.In honor

  • Golf camp offers 'hole' lot of fun

    Children ages five to 17 gathered July 21 on the putting green at Muroc Lake Golf Course for the annual summer golf camp. The week-long camp covers all aspects of golf, the rules of the game, etiquette, putting, chipping, iron play and wood play. "I personally take enjoyment in teaching somebody

  • Civ-Mil celebrates 25 years at annual barbecue

    The Edwards Air Force Base Civilian-Military Support group and guests gathered at Hacienda Lane Ranch for a night of dinner and dancing July 18. The Annual Barbecue served as not only a fundraiser, but as a 25th anniversary celebration for the group and was "without a doubt" the largest barbecue the

  • After 25 years, the 'Spirit' lives on

    Crowds gathered along the flightline at U.S. Air Force Plant 42 July 17 to watch the B-2 Stealth Bomber, the Spirit of Arizona, recreate her maiden flight 25 years later. The anniversary flight followed a ceremony featuring former B-2 pilots and program leaders. Creating the backdrop for the stage,

  • Annual Duck Blind drawing slated Aug. 9

    Waterfowl hunters can participate in the annual duck blind drawing scheduled Aug. 9 at the Rod and Gun Activity, Bldg. 210. Base hunting permits may be submitted to drawing officials from 9 a.m. until the actual drawing begins, which will be at approximately 10 a.m.Duck blind reservations are

  • Stealth Bomber turns 25 today

    A B-2 Spirit from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., "The Spirit of Arizona," taxis after landing at U.S. Air Force Plant 42 in Palmdale July 17. A quarter of a century ago today, the B-2 Spirit made it's first flight from U.S. Air Force Plant 42 towards the skies over Edwards Air Force Base, July 17,

  • CMSAF Cody tours Edwards, discusses fiscal realities, changes

    The highest ranking enlisted member in the Air Force toured Edwards AFB July 14.Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Cody, the 17th chief master sergeant appointed to the service's highest enlisted rank, and his wife, Athena, visited the high desert for the first time to meet with and

  • Edwards says goodbye to Weavers

    The 412th Maintenance Group said fairwell to their group commander, Col. Robby Weaver, in a retirement ceremony, July 10. Weaver is retired after 25 years in the Air Force, the last three of which were spent in the 412th MXG, which he credits as "without exception" his greatest assignment. "Every

  • Got a ticket? What now?

    Many drivers have experienced the sinking feeling that accompanies the flashing lights and siren of a police vehicle pulling them over. But, for drivers who are cited on Edwards AFB, there may be harsher penalties. Capt. David Jacobs, 412th Test Wing assistant staff judge advocate, said the main

  • Exchange Celebrates 119 Years With 5% MILITARY STAR Card Discount

    On July 25, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service marks a historic milestone, celebrating 119 years of serving Soldiers, Airmen and their families. On July 25, 1895, General Order No. 46 established the exchange on military installations, directing post commanders to set up an exchange at every