Edwards AFB News

  • The Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe

    In 1992, I took a day off from my summer job at McDonnell Douglas to make a quick visit to the famed Edwards Air Force Base. Though I didn’t have a lot of time to admire the work that was being done here at that time, I walked away from that day humbled and amazed that I had been at The Center of

  • The Class of 2012...

    With an Edwards C-17 serving as a backdrop for the 2012 Desert High School graduation ceremony, Chappelle Griffin (left), Desert High School assistant principal, reads off this year's graduation candidates during the 58th commencement held inside hangar 1623 on June 5. More than 400 family members

  • The Commanders Jazz Ensemble swinging into Lancaster

    The Commanders Jazz Ensemble, part of the U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West from Travis Air Force Base, California, is swinging into Lancaster for a free concert at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center Feb. 23 at 7 p.m.Tickets are required for entry. To pick up your free tickets, visit the

  • The consequences of speeding on base

    Edwards, with its limitless sky, long straight roads and expansive landscape, seems to lend itself to speeding down the open road. However appealing it may be to drive just a little bit faster to get to your destination, the consequences are surely not worth the risk.The 412th Security Forces

  • The Dangers of Opioid Pain Medications

    Pain is the most common reason people seek medical treatment. According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 1 in 10 Americans have chronic pain or pain every day for the preceding three months. When used as directed by your physician, opioid medications safely help control acute pain,

  • The Force -- 95th FSS takes flag football title

    The 2011 Intramural Flag Football Champions, 95th Force Support Squadron and Wing Staff Agency combined team, pose for a victory shot with their trophy after the championship game, Nov 17. The champions battled the 31st Test and Evaluation Squadron for a 19-12 win on the multi-purpose field outside

  • The Greatest Generation: Edwards officer meets, honors WWII vet

    A modern bomber pilot and a vintage bomber pilot, along with local veterans gathered for a tour and luncheon honoring the elder pilot’s accomplishments October 28.Lt. Col. Miles Middleton, 419th Flight Test Squadron commander, joined veterans from Tehachapi, California, honoring 92-year-old Capt.

  • The heat is on - timely tips help you keep cool as temperatures top out

    With temperatures forecast near triple digits through the holiday weekend, Edwards is starting to feel the heat. Doing too much on a hot day, spending too much time in the sun or staying overheated for too long can make you sick or even kill you.You can become ill from the heat if your body can't