25 Feb 2021

Black History Month: diversity key to leadership at all levels

“I believe it is important to understand the cultures of all people in order to communicate, work effectively and live peacefully and harmoniously with those of all backgrounds. Dedicating time to these outstanding Special Emphasis Observances is my way, my contribution, of offering opportunities for the Edwards AFB community to share in this inspirational and cultural educational experience," said Wilma Dukes, Chief of Special Missions Software Testing of the 412th Communications Squadron.

18 Feb 2021

Joint Simulation Environment brings Next-Gen Test and Evaluation to AFTC

The $34.4 million project will provide a state-of-the-art modeling and simulation environment to conduct fifth-generation and next-generation developmental test, operational test, and high-end advanced training and tactics development for the warfighter. Construction begins March 2021 and is scheduled to be complete Aug. 2022.

18 Feb 2021

Joint Simulation Environment brings Next-Gen Test and Evaluation to AFTC

The $34.4 million project will provide a state-of-the-art modeling and simulation environment to conduct fifth-generation and next-generation developmental test, operational test, and high-end advanced training and tactics development for the warfighter. Construction begins March 2021 and is scheduled to be complete Aug. 2022.

18 Feb 2021

Fallen Airman remembered by friends, colleagues

A memorial ceremony was held for Senior Airman Lauren Delaney on Edwards Air Force Base, California, Feb. 18.

17 Feb 2021

“Jolly Green II” lands at Edwards for flight tests

Crews off-load from two HH-60 “Jolly Green II” combat rescue helicopters at Edwards Air Force Base,

11 Feb 2021

Edwards AFB conducts Space Force Transfer Ceremony

The 412th Test Wing hosted a ceremony for 17 Airmen who have transferred as Guardians in the Space Force at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Feb. 11.

11 Feb 2021

Desert Junior Senior High School student receives Air Force Junior ROTC Flight Academy scholarship

An Air Force Junior ROTC student at Desert Junior Senior High School on Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., was recently selected to receive a scholarship to attend an accredited aviation university participating in a private pilot license-training program in the summer of 2021.

11 Feb 2021

Edwards AFB Airman bounces back from adversity to create Operation Strongheart

A program called Operation Strongheart has officially taken shape recently at Edwards Air Force Base to support those who need help. Although, helping Airmen is not something new to the Force—Airmen do it daily—one Airman’s tragedy has sprung birth to a program that is very personal and effective.

9 Feb 2021

Student 2 Student program comes to Edwards AFB, Muroc JUSD

Desert Jr./Sr. High School is the latest school to join the Student 2 Student program at Edwards Air Force Base, California.

9 Feb 2021

AFMC town hall addresses vaccines, telework, command climate

Telework, the coronavirus vaccine, hiring, diversity and more were topics of focus during the Air Force Materiel Command virtual town hall, Feb. 3.

4 Feb 2021

What do you mean: A new way of looking at Diversity and Inclusion for AFTC

Ronald Turner, a Human Resources specialist in Air Force Test Center’s Personnel Programs Division, leads the AFTC Diversity and Inclusion four-person team.

1 Feb 2021

Edwards AFB bids farewell to fallen Airman

Airmen from 412th Maintenance Squadron bid farewell to Senior Airman Robert Holmes, Jr., during a memorial ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Jan. 29.

25 Jan 2021

Edwards advances COVID-19 vaccine distribution to mission essential tier

The phase 1C tier includes Air Force Test Center leadership, who received their COVID-19 vaccine Jan. 22, 2021 at the Airman and Family Readiness Center here.

19 Jan 2021

Edwards Fire and Emergency Services welcomes new truck with “push in” ceremony

812th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire & Emergency Services (FES) Flight received a new Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle — a 2020 Oshkosh Striker UHP P-19 with 4X4 capability, recently. The truck was officially welcomed to the fleet during a “push in” ceremony on Edwards Air Force Base, California, Jan. 14.

18 Jan 2021

Civilian Developmental Education key to leadership, growth

Ensuring civilian Airmen are prepared to fulfill and excel in leadership positions across the command is the driving force behind the dedicated effort by Air Force Materiel Command leaders to encourage employees to apply for upcoming Civilian Development Education opportunities.

16 Jan 2021

412th Med Group administers 1st round of COVID-19 vaccine

Members of the 412th Medical Group began administering the COVID-19 vaccine to first responders and medical personnel from Edwards Air Force Base at the Airman Family Readiness Center, January 16.

14 Jan 2021

STARBASE Edwards distributes STEM kits to local school

STARBASE Edwards distributed STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) kits to the Palmdale Aerospace Academy in Palmdale, California, Jan. 14.

14 Jan 2021

Accountability Task Force completes initial assessment, identifies way ahead for AFMC

The Air Force Materiel Command convened an Accountability Task Force to examine a variety of factors that affect accountability across the organization and has recommended actions to address those issues.

11 Jan 2021

Aircraft carrying supplies for emergency field hospital lands at Plant 42

NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center received a special arrival Jan. 11; a DC-8 cargo aircraft from Samaritan’s Purse arrived carrying supplies for an Emergency Field Hospital at Antelope Valley Hospital in Lancaster, California.

8 Jan 2021

412th Med Group prepares for COVID-19 vaccine arrival

The Department of Defense has begun to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to Military Medical Treatment Facilities worldwide, and the 412th Medical Group is prepared to administer the vaccine once it arrives.