April 30, 2013 AFMC commander visits Sustainment Center, air logistics complexes Air Force Materiel Command Commander Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger and AFMC Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Michael Warner visited the command's air logistics complexes the week of April 15 for the first time since AFMC declared initial operational capability of its 5-Center reorganization Oct. 1,
April 30, 2013 Volunteers needed for Branch Elementary Science Carnival Branch Elementary Parent Teacher Organization is conducting its annual Science Carnival May 7 and 8. This year's theme is on "Energy". The PTO is looking for volunteers to give a presentation for a group of students (K to 6th grade). If you would like more information, or would like to give a
April 30, 2013 Across the AF, registered nurses, medical technicians saluted On May 6 the 412th Medical Group is celebrating National Nurses Week, which is held May 6 to 12 every year. The purpose of the weeklong celebration is to raise awareness of the value of nursing and help educate the public about the role nurses play in meeting the healthcare needs of the American
April 24, 2013 Edwards officer balances great accomplishment, sadness following Boston Marathon run "Bittersweet" is probably the best way to describe Maj. Jose Gutierrez's experience at the Boston Marathon April 15. For Gutierrez, and most all marathoners, the Boston Marathon is the pinnacle of marathons. "Obviously, it's a big deal. Everybody wants to run Boston. If you're a marathoner you just
April 24, 2013 CTF celebrates Raptor's 1,000th sortie The F-22 Combined Test Force celebrated an impressive milestone April 19, when the oldest flying Raptor successfully completed its 1,000th sortie. For members of the CTF, the aircraft, tail number 4007, is affectionately referred to as the "James Bond jet," referring to the aircraft's tail number as
April 23, 2013 Coming to Edwards: Verizon Cellular 4G LTE upgrade On April 24 Verizon technicians began upgrading the Verizon Cellular 3G here at Edwards to support new 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) cellular capabilities. At the moment, no fielded government devices have 4G capability and organizations will need to replace theirs to take advantage of 4G. However,
April 23, 2013 Edwards test team extends KC-135 capabilities Known as "The Mighty War Wagon" of the United States Air Force, the KC-135 Stratotanker has proven to be the core aerial refueling capability for the Air Force for more than 50 years.With the help of the 418th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards, along with a multitude of testers, the KC-135 Block 45
April 23, 2013 Be careful what you flush The Air Force observed Earth Day on Monday with a theme that focused on water reduction and reuse. Edwards has been reusing water from its wastewater treatment plant for well over a decade.Because the base reuses water from the plant to irrigate the golf course and other green areas on base,
April 23, 2013 2013 Air Force Community Assessment Survey Those Airman selected to participate in the 2013 Air Force Community Assessment Survey are highly encouraged to complete it. Airmen participation in this survey is completely anonymous. The survey is used to inform senior leaders of strengths and needs within each Air Force community and develop
April 22, 2013 ADAPT, Ground Safety emphasize planning, education to prevent DUIs To get more Team Edwards members acquainted with the dangers of driving while under the influence, the 412th Test Wing Mental Health clinic and Family Advocacy office, along with the Ground Safety office, held a unique National Alcohol Awareness Month event at the Base Exchange parking lot April