Face coverings are mandatory in all in-door settings!  All Civilian, Active Duty members and dependents are reminded to avoid visiting the Commissary, Base Exchange, Bldg 3000 and the Pharmacy on Wednesdays. Retirees are also being seen on Wednesdays at the CAC/DEERS office by appointment only.  Please call 661-277-4281 option 3, to make an appointment. Retirees may utilize base facilities on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
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  • Master Sgt. Luis Rodriguez-Asad uses the KC-46A Remote Vision System demonstration Nov. 14, 2013, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Colby L. Hardin)

    Edwards AFB Prepares for 3D-Video Review Ground Station

    Current Test and Evaluation at Edwards Air Force Base is technically limited in easily discovering, reproducing, describing, evaluating, and training emerging 3D-related issues. However, there are multiple 3D-capable systems currently fielded or potentially coming to the USAF; e.g. KC-46 remote vision system (RVS), HC-130J Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures upgrade, F-35 3D-capable head-mounted display, etc.
  • The recycling center at the base landfill can take scrap metal, cardboard, white paper, most plastic and glass and CRV beverage containers. If you are not sure if your items are recyclable or not, it’s always best to call ahead at (661) 277-DUMP.

    Recycling and waste collection during COVID-19

    On-base and privatized Housing recycling operations remain unchanged on Edwards Air Force Base during COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The 412th Test Wing commander, Brig. Gen. Matthew Higer, announced the 2020 Aerospace Valley Air Show in October will be a “hybrid event.” Higer announced the change to the airshow during a live-stream town hall, June 19.

    Edwards AFB announces “hybrid” airshow

    The 412th Test Wing commander, Brig. Gen. Matthew Higer, announced the 2020 Aerospace Valley Air Show in October will be a “hybrid event.” Higer announced the change to the airshow during a live-stream town hall, June 19.

  • 2019 Water Quality Report now online

    We feel it is important that our consumers know about where our water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to requirements set by regulatory agencies. This report is a snapshot of last year's water quality.
  • An Edwards Air Force Base engineer consults a Technical Report in the 812th Test Support Squadron archives. The Scientific and Technical Information Program Distribution Statements identify who may view the contents of a report and are prominently displayed on the front cover. (Courtesy photo)

    Nothing stops STINFO not even COVID-19

    In 1963, the year the Scientific and Technical Information Program came to Edwards AFB. Now better known by its acronym of STINFO, it operates as a 412th Test Wing program led by the 812th Test Support Squadron in one of the squadron’s many support roles. STINFO means many different things to people at Edwards depending on their role.
  • Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein receives a briefing on maintenance and test operations on a B-52 Stratofortress at Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 17. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    Air Force Chief of Staff visits Edwards AFB

    The Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. David Goldfein, paid a special visit to the Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe, Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 17.
  • Air Force Materiel Command Commander Gen. Arnold Bunch, Jr. spoke in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker at a press conference July 24 to address his visit to Tinker Air Force Base. After touring several workplaces, Bunch and AFMC Command Chief Master Sgt. Stanley Cadell gained a broader understanding of AFSC and Team Tinker missions and their impact to the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Kelly White)

    Bunch reflects on first year in command, outlines AFMC future

    During a year that has included an Air Force-wide focus on modernization, lethality and readiness through faster, more agile business processes, the ability of the Air Force Materiel Command to successfully meet the needs of the National Defense Strategy was a major focus of Gen. Arnold W. Bunch, Jr.’s first year as commander.
  • Digital twin

    AFMC Digital Campaign aims to modernize, streamline life cycle process

    The Air Force Materiel Command has launched a new Digital Campaign to modernize and streamline the
  • Various aircraft participating in Orange Flag Exercise (OFE) fly over Edwards Air Force Base, California, during OFE 19-2. COVID-19 telework operations have created new opportunities for engineers from the 412th Test Wing teams to spend more time on software development environments to support weapons analysis, and to support multi-platform multi-service analysis for large force exercises such as OFE.

    COVID-19 Telework Operations Create New Opportunities for 412 TW Teams

    Although the day-to-day work of avionics and flight test engineers looks dramatically different due to the advent of telework operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, a few groups within the 412th Test Wing are taking full advantage of these unique times to accelerate their development of Python analysis tool capabilities using industry standard tools.
  • Maj. Benjamin Gilliland, 411th Flight Test Squadron, F-22 Raptor Combined Test Force, prepares an F-22 Raptor for takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base, California, April 30. Gilliland, along with Lt. Col. Tyler Robarge, 411th Flight Test Squadron, F-22 Raptor Combined Test Force, conducted an operational rapid crew swap with Robarge flying the first sortie and then swapped seats with Gilliland. (Photo courtesy of Kyle Larson/Lockheed-Martin)

    F-22 CTF implements EAFB’s first operational F-22 rapid crew swap to overcome COVID-19 limitations

    While operating in the constrained COVID-19 environment, maintainers, pilots and engineers in the F-22 Raptor Combined Test Force completed the base’s first F-22 operational rapid crew swap recently at Edwards Air Force Base, California.
  • Sasha programmer Rony Maida,771st Test Squadron, developed the machine learning tool to aid engineers in data analytics. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    Innovation during COVID-19 Operations: 771st Test Squadron brings machine learning to data analysis

    The 771st has recently employed a machine learning tool nicknamed “Sasha” and is showing promise in data analysis, according to engineers at Edwards Air Force Base, California.

  • Edwards AFB Fire Prevention sends: Grilling Safety

    There’s nothing like outdoor grilling. It’s one of the most popular ways to cook food. But, a grill placed too close to anything that can burn is a fire hazard. They can be very hot, causing burn injuries. Follow these simple tips and you will be on the way to safe grilling.
  • Two T-7A test jets soar over St. Louis during a test flight, April 24, 2017. On April 30, 2020, the T-7A Test Team executed the first real-time Distributed Test Operations with the T-7A in a mission control room at Ridley Mission Control Center at Edwards AFB. The T-7A Red Hawk is part of the new advanced pilot training system for the U.S. Air Force that will train the next generation of pilots and is scheduled to replace the current T-38. (Credit: E.Shindelbower/BOEING COMPANY ● ALL RIGHTS RESERVED)

    Edwards AFB’s Active April Demonstrates Continued Test Operations during COVID-19 Conditions

    The month of April launched a new normal at Edwards Air Force Base. With the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, units around the base have taken steps to assure the mission continues while ensuring the health and safety of Airmen during this time of social distancing and teleworking.
  • The 412th Comptroller Squadron is testing the new Comptroller Services Portal. Airmen at Edwards Air Force Base, California, can now access the 412th CPTS's CSP to submit inquiries with travel pay, military pay and even civilian pay. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    AFMC preparing for next phase of COVID-19 operations

    As states across the U.S. begin to slowly reopen their economies, Air Force Materiel Command leaders
  • First-time donor William Dever, 17, and mother Joyce Dever pose for a photo during a Red Cross blood drive at Edwards Air Force Base, California, May 6. (Courtesy photo)

    Special 'Thank You' To Edwards AFB Blood Donors

    The American Red Cross sent a special Certificate of Recognition to Edwards Air Force Base for being an extraordinary Blood Program Partner during the COVID-19 pandemic, May 12.
  • A B52 Stratofortress from the 412th Test Wing out of Edwards Air Force Base, California, flies over the Antelope Valley communities of Lancaster and Palmdale in northern Los Angeles County, May 14. The flyover is in honor of, and to show gratitude to the front-line health care workers helping fight the COVID-19 pandemic in the Antelope Valley, also referred to as the Aerospace Valley. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    Edwards AFB conducts flyover for front-line health care workers

    A B-52 Stratofortress from the 412th Test Wing conducted a flyover for the local Aerospace Valley community, May 14. The flyover was in honor of, and to show gratitude to the front-line health care workers helping fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • A vehicle rolls down a neighborhood street during the “Purple Up for Military Kids” car parade at Edwards Air Force Base, California, April 24. The parade was conducted to show appreciation and support for the base's children population. (Courtesy photo)

    Edwards celebrates month of military child with parade

    Base leaders, school teachers and administrators – even the Easter Bunny sporting a purple facemask – slowly rolled vehicles of various shapes and sizes decorated with signs, balloons and streamers through all the housing areas, including the family camp, the school-age annex and the child development center for the “Purple Up for Military Kids” car parade .
  • Airmen at Edwards Air Force Base can now access the 412th Comptroller Squadron's Comptroller Services Portal to submit inquiries with travel pay, military pay and even civilian pay. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    Edwards AFB first to test Air Force Comptroller Services Portal

    The Comptroller Services Portal is an automated incident management application that allows customers to receive online assistance from their servicing Comptroller squadron. The CSP has integrated workflows which assist the customer in seeking help with travel pay, military pay, and civilian pay.
  • Members of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit, 812th Civil Engineer Squadron, 412th Test Wing, prepare unexploded ordnance and training munitions for demolition at the Precision Impact Range Area at Edwards Air Force Base, California, May 7. The 412th Test Wing uses the PIRA to conduct weapons and payload drops for flight tests. (Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    EOD clears UXO at PIRA

    Members of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit, 812th Civil Engineer Squadron, 412th Test Wing, prepare unexploded ordnance and training munitions for demolition at the Precision Impact Range Area at Edwards Air Force Base, California, May 7. The 412th Test Wing uses the PIRA to conduct weapons and payload drops for flight tests.
  • Barrett at LGTF briefed by Sami Labban

    World-unique tire testing capability saves millions for warfighters

    At the Air Force Test Center’s Landing Gear Test Facility located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, engineers have developed a new, one-of-a-kind test capability that can identify, characterize and classify tire wear under realistic operational conditions—saving thousands per tire over the life cycle.
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