Edwards AFB News

  • “Jolly Green II” lands at Edwards for flight tests

    Crews off-load from two HH-60 “Jolly Green II” combat rescue helicopters at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Feb. 17. The HH-60s arrived from Eglin AFB, Florida, to conduct flight test operations. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

  • 10 Airmen receive Article 15s

    Ten Edwards Airmen received Article 15s of the Uniform Code of Military Justice during the second quarter. Article 15 is a tool used by commanders to impose nonjudicial punishment, which provides them with an essential and prompt means of maintaining good order and discipline. It also promotes

  • 100 children at Edwards get new rides for Christmas

    A truck filled with brand new bicycles arrived at the Base Exchange parking lot Dec. 21 where 100 children and their parents were patiently waiting to receive them.Volunteers from Northrop Grumman at U.S. Air Force Plant 42 in Palmdale, California, unloaded small, super hero-themed tricycles, boys

  • 101 Critical Days of Summer - Alcohol Incident Prevention

    The Air Force has adopted a No-Safe-Limit philosophy when it comes to alcohol consumption."Most people do not make the decision to drink and drive until they start drinking," said Jon S. Fishman, California Certified Prevention Specialist. "Binge drinking has become a serious problem."Binge drinking

  • 101 Critical Days of Summer - Heat Safety

    When people think about Edwards, and the 101 Critical Days of Summer, one distinct word comes to mind; HOT! Not only is the Mojave Desert dry, but temperatures during the summer months are extreme.Extreme heat opens the flood gates for potential heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps, heat

  • 101 Critical Days of Summer - Rock Climbing

    In the United States, the sport of rock climbing has become popular, and more people are beginning to take it up. Here at Edwards, rock climbing is as close as the Oasis pool or Joshua Park.The sport has evolved into an affordable, safe and year-round activity, due largely to the number of indoor

  • 101 Critical Days of Summer: Using Candles Safely

    Candles may be pretty, but they pose a potential fire hazard. When lit, the open flame can easily ignite anything that burns and potentially cause a house fire. Using the tips below can help to not only to enjoy candles but keep safe while using them.The following candle handling safety tips and

  • 116 Day Innovation Blitz

    For the next 116 days, we will aggressively follow our forefathers’ lead. Starting today, we are instituting an innovation blitz in every unit and throughout our wing. We will leverage all of the energy and creativity that we can muster to pursue those innovations that will improve our processes,

  • 122 years of Navy chiefs celebrated with fun run

    Navy Squadron VX-9 DET Edwards celebrated 122 years of Navy chiefs April 1. The F-35C operational test squadron hosted a 5K fun run beginning at the Rosburg Fitness Center to commemorate this day in history. The six fastest runners, outside of their squadron, received a squadron hat for their