June 10, 2022 Whatever It Takes: Edwards AFB Airmen train to survive in the wilderness As part of a course called Initial Survival Training, both military and civilian aircrew members undergo three and a half days of intense and fast-paced training that puts their survival skills to the test in case of a flight emergency.
June 28, 2017 Where history is made: Edwards historian wins top award Dr. Stephanie M. Smith, Air Force Test Center, receives the 2017 Air Force Materiel Command Dennis F. Casey Award for Excellence in Periodic History from Maj. Gen. David Harris, Air Force Test Center commander, at a ceremony in May. Smith since has won the Air Force-level version of the award. She
June 2, 2010 Where there's Thunder On a typically windy, curiously cool Friday in late May, I sat with Brig. Gen. William "Thunder" Thornton and wife Lisa to try capturing their two years as commander and first lady of the 412th Test Wing. Some two hours later I had only scratched the surface of an unique couple who so easily blend
Oct. 25, 2018 'White space' can lead to innovation Brig. Gen. E. John Teichert, 412th Test Wing commander, has put out the call to find white space (free time) for innovation. White space is freed up within your workday to focus on solving problems and innovating. But how do you find white space? What if your idea does not seem big enough to make
Feb. 17, 2010 Who let the dogs out:Year-long effort culminates with dog park opening The opening of the Team Edwards "Bark Park" was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Feb. 12. This attractive park offers base residents a unique amenity, which enhances the quality of life for base residents and their pets."If you build it, they will come. And here they are," said Chief Master
April 23, 2010 Who may shop at AAFES? Federal law, necessity, govern use of Edward's AAFES facilities In its enduring mission to provide quality merchandise and services to its customers at competitive prices and to generate earnings that support morale, welfare and recreation programs, the Army and Air Force Exchange Service strives to be its customers' first choice for shopping. Question is, on
July 11, 2016 Why innovate? To explore the possibilities of tomorrow If I tell you about a road trip I'm planning, where I'm going, what I hope to see, and how I'm going to travel, you'll be left wondering why I'm going in the first place. Similarly, when you start talking to other people about innovation, especially other innovators, one of the first questions
April 1, 2022 Why we stop: The meaning of Reveille, Retreat, and Taps Do you know what to do when certain music plays on Edwards Air Force Base and why these military customs are recognized? The meaning of Reveille, Retreat, and Taps here.
July 30, 2012 Why your referral matters You went to your primary care manager and she suggested you go see a specialist. Maybe it's for an evaluation; maybe it's for a specific treatment. You just know you need to make another appointment and you want to make it quickly.Whether this is your first referral or your fiftieth, having all your
July 10, 2012 Wierzbanowski takes reins at 419th FLTS Lt. Col. Jason Wierzbanowski addresses members of the 419th Flight Test Squadron after taking command July 9. Wierzbanowski graduated from the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School in 2006. He has returned to Edwards following an assignment at Headquarters, Air Force Materiel Command at Wright-Patterson