AFMC Command News

  • AFWERX AFVentures enhances SBIR/STTR program to increase tech transition

    AFWERX AFVentures began the new fiscal year with multiple enhancements to the Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer, or SBIR/STTR, Program after Congress reauthorized the program, Sept. 30, 2022. These improvements aim to further encourage domestic small businesses to

  • Grey Wolf tests new rappelling system

    MH-139A’s dedicated FRIES equipment, increased power and the ability to handle center of gravity shifts due to Airmen rappelling in full gear were scrutinized.

  • Center for Space Research and Assurance celebrates 10th anniversary

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Air Force Institute of Technology’s Center for Space Research and Assurance is celebrating its 10th anniversary this November. Since its founding, CSRA has transcended its expectations by enhancing AFIT's research-based, space-focused graduate education

  • Grey Wolf tests new rappelling system

    MH-139A’s dedicated FRIES equipment, increased power and the ability to handle center of gravity shifts due to Airmen rappelling in full gear were scrutinized.

  • AFRL upgrades rocket fabrication capabilities

    The Air Force Research Laboratory upgraded its fabrication shop equipment with 20 new state-of-the-art machines for manufacturing rocket components that will enhance capabilities, increase accuracy and save money.

  • Parachute saves early test pilot

    One hundred years ago, a Type A parachute saved the life of Lt. Harold Harris - the first time a manually operated parachute saved the life of a pilot.

  • DAF senior leaders amplify SecDef directives for reproductive health care

    Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced that the DoD would ensure service members and their families can access reproductive health care within its authority and consistent with applicable federal law, in addition to clear guidance for health care providers to operate effectively.

  • B-21 bomber to be unveiled Dec. 2

    The Air Force confirmed Oct. 20 it plans to reveal the B-21 Raider Dec. 2 during an unveiling ceremony hosted and sponsored by the Northrop Grumman Corporation at its production facilities in Palmdale, California.

  • Updated statement on F-35 Crash at Hill AFB

    HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – At approximately 6:15 p.m. yesterday, an F-35A Lightning II from the 388th Fighter Wing crashed at the north end of the runway at Hill Air Force Base. On and off-base emergency crews responded immediately.The pilot ejected from the aircraft, was taken to a local hospital

  • Energy Action Month: Powering possibilities

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- As we continue Energy Action Month, it’s good to remind ourselves how to limit our carbon footprint.With the increasing impacts of climate change, large-scale natural disasters and growing threats of physical and cyberattacks on utilities, coordinating energy