July 16, 2012 Edwards Air Force Base Exchange celebrates 117 Years with host of savings In 1895, the War Department issued General Order 46 directing commanders to establish an Exchange at every post. Since then, Exchange associates have faithfully served alongside service members wherever they are called to serve. Today, whether at Bagram or Barksdale, troops and their families know
July 16, 2012 Staff Sgt. Kimberly Blackwell is Team Edwards Warrior of the Week Name: Kimberly BlackwellRank: Staff Sgt. Duty Title: NCOIC, Airfield Management Training, 412th Operations Support SquadronHometown: San Antonio, TexasWhen did you join the Air Force? March 19, 2002Why did you join the Air Force? I wanted a chance to serve my country and travel.What do you like most
July 16, 2012 Back to school? Don't forget this! That time of year is right around the corner: back-to-school madness! So when you're driving around to pick up new clothes and pencils, don't forget the most important stop for your child:The doctor's office.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that most children be
July 16, 2012 Annual duck blind drawing slated Aug. 11 Waterfowl hunters can participate in the annual duck blind drawing scheduled Aug. 11 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
July 10, 2012 New heritage for 95th ABW, same tradition of excellence The 95th Air Base Wing, active at Edwards since 1994, transitioned to the 412th Test Wing July 13 during a ceremony officiated by Brig. Gen. Arnold W. Bunch Jr., Air Force Test Center commander. Lineage of the 95th ABW dates back to World War II and its heritage is rich with the tradition of
July 10, 2012 Brig. Gen. Brewer takes command of 412th TW Following the re-designation of the Air Force Flight Test Center to the Air Force Test Center and the transition of the 95th Air Base Wing to the 412th Test Wing, Air Force Materiel Command leadership, base leadership and Team Edwards were on hand to witness the final ceremony of the day in which
July 10, 2012 Top priority for AFTC: Delivering war-winning capabilities more efficiently After 61 years of rich history and an unwavering commitment to provide the warfighter with the most advanced systems and technologies, the Air Force Flight Test Center, re-designated as the Air Force Test Center, will function as a cornerstone in the Air Force Materiel Command's 5-Center construct.
July 10, 2012 Off-road vehicle requirements The Air Force requires all operators of off-road motorcycles, three-wheelers and ATVs to successfully complete safety training before operating their vehicles on a military installation.That means anyone who wants to ride those vehicles in an off-road vehicle area at Edwards must be able to show
July 10, 2012 Legal Assistance Tip: The Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act (USFSPA) We are often asked to clarify the rights of a former spouse to a portion of a member's retirement pay after divorce. The answer is in the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act, which recognizes the right of state courts to distribute military retired pay to a former spouse and provides a
July 10, 2012 AFFTC re-designated as Air Force Test Center The Air Force Flight Test Center re-designation as the Air Force Test Center was officially recognized during a ceremony here July 13. As part of the same ceremony, the 95th Air Base Wing at Edwards transitioned to the 412th Test Wing. Both unit changes were effective July 6.Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger,