Edwards AFB News

  • Welcome back Pancho -- early test pilots handprints discovered

    Two years ago, during routine cleaning, members of the Air Force Flight Test Center Museum stumbled across an incredible piece of history - three panels with handprints and signatures from Pancho Barnes and legendary Edwards test pilots during the 1950's and 1960's. As soon as the panels were dusted

  • Welcome to Edwards Air Force Base!

    Welcome Newcomers! The 412th Test Wing is the host wing for Edwards Air Force Base, Calif. -- the 2nd largest base in the Air Force.

  • Welcome to the jungle: Moms, Pops and Tots try out new location

    The Moms, Pops and Tots playgroup moved into their new location for the foreseeable future. Children and their parents gathered for playtime at the Jungle Zone in the Desert Mall. Their program was held there for the first time; they were previously located in the Youth Center Gym. Children along

  • Well-baby doctor visits: Why they're SO important

    You've missed your baby's scheduled well-baby doctor exam; should you be concerned? Your baby isn't sick, so it's not that important ... is it?Because babies grow so quickly, regular well-baby doctor visits help keep them happy and healthy. Your son or daughter should have six well-child doctor

  • Well-Baby Doctor Visits: Why They're SO Important

    You've missed your baby's scheduled well-baby doctor exam; should you be concerned? Your baby isn't sick, so it's not that important ... is it?Because babies grow so quickly, regular well-baby doctor visits help keep them happy and healthy. Wellness visits start two days after discharge from the

  • Welsh thanks Edwards Airmen, talks keys to AF success

    Almost a thousand Airmen, government civilians and contractors filled the base theater to hear Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III talk to Team Edwards about current issues and future challenges involving the service.Welsh, along with his wife, Betty, arrived Jan. 29 for a three-day

  • West Gate construction coming: work phases to minimize impact

    work on the third and final stage of a multi-year initiative to upgrade the three base gates will begin on the West Gate Feb. 15. When completed, the West Gate will feature three in-bound car lanes, one truck lane, improved security measures and a new visitor's center located near Centry Circle.

  • West Gate to close temporarily Saturday, Nov. 19

    Motorists are advised that the West Gate will close Saturday, Nov. 19, from approximately 1:15 p.m. -1:45 p.m., to support the movement of an oversized load. Normal traffic flow is expected to resume by 1:45 p.m., however, motorists are asked to plan accordingly.For more information contact the