Edwards AFB News

  • F-35 ITF preps maintainers for operational test

    When the Joint Strike Fighter Operational Test Team begins testing the F-35 this month, maintenance personnel will be fully self-sufficient and prepared to transition to flight operations. By the time the first aircraft arrives, personnel will have successfully completed all initial training

  • 412th MDG offers tips to reduce appointment line hold times

    Scheduling a medical appointment with a healthcare provider can sometimes be a frustrating task for patients. Whether its long hold times due to high call volume or the inability to get an appointment that meets the patient's needs in a timely manner, frustration can sometimes carry over to the

  • AFMC promotes wellness screening campaign

    Throughout December and January, Air Force Materiel Command will be promoting the "Do You Know Your Numbers" wellness campaign. This campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of knowing your numbers to help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular

  • Exchange shoppers can 'Go Nuts' with $10,000 in giveaways

    The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Planters/Kraft are teaming up to give away ten $1,000 gift cards in the "Go Nuts with Planters" sweepstakes. "With the holiday season upon us, an extra $1,000 could really come in handy," said the Exchange's Senior Enlisted Advisor Chief Master Sgt. Tony

  • Exchange spreads holiday cheer with industry-leading return policy

    Nearly 20 percent of Americans will return at least one holiday gift item this holiday season, according to Lavi Industries, a provider of public guidance. To take the stress and confusion out of the return process, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has extended the terms of its hassle-free

  • Recruitment program offers students new employment opportunities at Edwards

    For most students attending college, transitioning into the workforce at times becomes a challenge even after obtaining a bachelors degree. For others, the Workforce Recruitment Program here provides an opportunity for those same students to join the Team Edwards workforce at a much faster

  • 2012 Wingman Day to focus on resiliency and caring for others

    Team Edwards will take a break from the mission Dec. 10 and participate in Wingman Day, which will focus on resiliency and creating a culture of caring throughout the community.Wingman Day 2012 emphasizes the importance of being a good Wingman every day and caring for fellow Airmen during their time

  • Air Force Flight Test Museum begins Adopt-A-Plane program

    More than 25,000 visitors flock to the Air Force Flight Test Museum each year to learn about the rich history of Edwards and the extraordinary aviation milestones reached in the skies above the Mojave Desert. They learn about test pilot legends and catch a glimpse of engineering marvels, such as the

  • 2012 CFC a success at Edwards

    Edwards AFB's 2012 Combined Federal Campaign officially ended Nov. 14. The 412th Test Wing and tenant units that make up Team Edwards raised $401,500 for local, national and international charities.This total was incredibly close to our overall goal of $403,000 and represents an amazing achievement