Edwards AFB News

  • JSF ITF: Year in Review

    the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Integrated Test Force (ITF) is responsible for developmental test of the world’s most advanced 5th generation fighter, the F-35 Lightning II. In 2019, as part of the Auto Ground Collision Avoidance System team, the ITF won the coveted Collier Trophy for “for the

  • JSF pilot ensemble designed to keep out CB agents

    After several tests over the past six months to contaminate and decontaminate an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter with simulated chemical and biological agents, the 461st Flight Test Squadron has now moved forward to testing a suit ensemble designed to protect the pilot from those threats. “Over a decade

  • JSF spotlights developmental test and evaluation accomplishments at Edwards

    The Air Force Flight Test Center opened its gates to the media Aug. 27 to showcase developmental testing and evaluation at Edwards with an up-close look at the Joint Strike Fighter Integrated Test Force.About a dozen reporters and photographers were escorted to the flightline where they witnessed

  • JSF tailhook testing begins at Edwards

    When most people hear "tailhook" they think of U.S. Navy planes and aircraft carriers. However, almost all U.S. combat aircraft have a tailhook.That also goes for the Air Force's new F-35A Joint Strike Fighter. The JSF Integrated Test Force here conducted the first set of tests for the F-35A's

  • July 4th fun, Summer Bash 2017 features little of everything

    Food, rides, music, and of course, fireworks highlighted this year’s Summer Bash put on by the 412th Force Support Squadron at Wings and Roberts Fields July 4. Special musical guest, Sundance Head, performed courtesy of the USO. Hundreds of party goers turned out for the annual summer event. To

  • July 4th safety tips from Edwards Fire Department

    Fireworks are synonymous with our celebration of Independence Day. Yet, the thrill of fireworks can also bring pain. Two hundred people on average go the emergency room every day with firework-related injuries in the month around the July 4th holiday.In California only the "Safe and Sane" type

  • July Family Advocacy classes, workshops

    New Pregnancy Orientation & Daddy Boot Camp - Class 1:  This class is for all expectant parents to navigate their way through pregnancy. Participants will get information on the New Parent Support Program, nutrition, safety exercises, the importance of good dental care, safe pregnancy and how to

  • July promotions

    Team Edwards celebrated the promotions for 15 of its Airmen July 31 in the Base Auditorium. The Airmen represent the promotees for the month of July.  Congratulations to all those who took ascended to the next step in their Air Force careers!To Airman 1st Class:Patrick J. Booth, 412th Maintenance