Edwards AFB News

  • Exchange gift cards personalize holiday care packages

    According to a recent National Retail Federation survey, gift cards will be the most requested gift this year with 62 percent preferring a gift card over any other item. For Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, their gift card of choice is the one that can be redeemed at military exchanges from

  • Annual health fair highlights options, open enrollment season

    The annual Edwards AFB Federal Employee Health Fair was held in Bldg. 3000 for Edwards and NASA federal employees. Representatives were present from a variety of health care companies, some in the local area and some outside of the local area. More than 300 NASA and Edwards employees attended the

  • Scholarships for Military Children applications available Dec. 15

    As the Scholarships for Military Children Program enters its 15th year, more than 8,000 students have shared nearly $13 million in scholarships. Applications for the 2015-2016 school-year awards become available starting Dec. 15 at commissaries worldwide or on the Internet at

  • Airman receives 'surreal' phone call from Paramount Pictures

    For some, a visit to the dentist feels like a nightmare. But, for Capt. Eric Koenig, 412th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, dental flight commander, he hopes that it's his after-hours hobby that really keeps people awake at night.For the last three years, the 13-year veteran has spent his nights and

  • Edwards AFB Exchange keeps'Thanks' in Thanksgiving

    With a quarter of its workforce comprised of military family members, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is a true example of family serving family. As such, the focus on Thanksgiving will be on family."The Edwards Air Force Base Exchange will be closed Thanksgiving, but open at 4:00 a.m. on

  • Winter fire safety tips

    Recently, Edwards AFB encountered a fire in the housing area that could have been devastating to all involved. The Fire Department's quick response led to the home being saved.The occupants were able to return to the home after minor repairs were completed. The fire started in an outdoor trash

  • Enjoy the desert on your bike - responsibly

    Fall is a great time to get out and enjoy the desert on the back of a motorbike or mountain bike. To allow for residents' and workers' recreational use while protecting native species and their habitat, Edwards AFB has two motorized off-road vehicle areas and one mountain bike area.Per Edwards Air

  • 412th CS, CE win AFMC awards

    The 412th Communications Squadron and 412th Civil Engineering Group received Air Force Materiel Command awards. The winners will compete at the Air Force level now in their perspective categories. Congratulations and good luck! WinnersMaj. Gen. Harold M. McClelland Award - 412th Communications