AFRL's family day makes learning a blast

The Air Force Research Laboratory at Edwards took a break from rocket and fuel testing to open its doors to family members and friends, Aug. 5.The AFRL Family Day event featured everything from science experiments to a sword and light-saber fighting demonstration, both put on by AFRL

RED HORSE Airmen literally bring safety to JSF brake testing

During developmental testing and evaluation at Edwards, safety is a core priority. When base resources are unavailable to make flight tests the safest they can possibly be, commanders here do not hesitate to search throughout the Air Force for assistance. With the Joint Strike Fighter currently

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 - 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

Retreat ceremony recommences at Edwards

Base officials recommenced Retreat ceremonies Aug. 2. Retreat is played, Monday through Friday using the Giant Voice System at 4:30 p.m. The music file is approximately two minutes long when Retreat is played, followed by the National Anthem.As a reminder, on the first note of Retreat, certain

Some AAFES gas pumps closed for upgrades

To accommodate environmental technology upgrades the AAFES gas station will close its center island for six days beginning Aug 2. The upgrades will better monitor the fuels system and bring the base service station up to new California environmental standards, making EAFB AAFES the first station in

Personnel Director retires

Col. Platt assumes command of AFRL, Det 7, at Edwards

Lt. Col. Michael H. Platt assumed command of Air Force Research Laboratory, Propulsion Directorate, Detachment 7 during a formal Air Force assumption of command ceremony July 27.  He will serve as Associate Director and Detachment 7 Commander.  In this capacity, he is responsible for the safety,

'Apples to apples' - new calculations reveal even higher savings for commissary customers

I could use an extra $369 a month in my pocket! And here's how - shop the commissary! "Delivering substantial savings to the brave men and women of our armed forces is now, and always has been, our top priority," said Thomas E. Milks, acting Defense Commissary Agency director and chief operating

Branch Elementary to conduct New Student Orientation

New Student orientation for Branch Elementary School will be Aug. 10 at 3 p.m. This orientation is open to all students in grades one through six and their parents, in the Intermediate Multi-purpose room located at 1585 Forbes Ave. Kindergarten orientation is Aug. 12 with orientation for morning