AFMC Command News

  • AFOSR advances science of wound healing technology

    ARLINGTON, Va. (AFOSR) – The Air Force Research Laboratory’s cutting-edge research creates future warfighting technologies for the Air and Space Forces, protecting the lives of those that put themselves in harm’s way every day. Ground-breaking research into cellular reprogramming, made possible in

  • Med Group opens up COVID-19 vaccine offerings

    The 88th Medical Group is set to expand its offering of the COVID-19 vaccine after working through the initial phases of first responders and medical personnel at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

  • NASA astronaut returns to Kirtland in new role

    KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – Renowned NASA astronaut and Space Force Director of Test and Evaluation, Col. Nick Hague recently visited Kirtland Air Force Base space agencies including the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) and Air Force Operational Test

  • AEDC 16-foot supersonic wind tunnel restored to operational status

    On Jan. 21, 2021, the multi-year efforts of many yielded the desired results with a successful air-on test run in the Arnold Engineering Development Complex 16-foot supersonic wind tunnel, or 16S, and return to service of the test facility.“Wind Tunnel 16S will provide the nation a significant

  • First KC-46A Pegasus completes C-check milestone

    An historic first for the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex occurred Nov. 2, 2020, when the first KC-46A Pegasus tanker aircraft completed C-check maintenance by the 568th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron.

  • Software Group exceeds hiring goals for fiscal 2020

    The Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex’s 76th Software Engineering Group hired 336 new employees in fiscal 2020 exceeding its goal of 300. This brings the group’s total workforce strength to more than 1,500 employees, including interns.

  • F-22 Raptor gets major upgrades

    The 5th-generation F-22 Raptor has been one of the world’s most dominant fighter aircraft since entering service and has defined what air dominance means to the U.S. Air Force.To ensure that it remains relevant for years to come, the Ogden Air Logistics Complex’s 574th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron,

  • New Defender SUVs provide cooler, smoother ride for canines

    The Air Force Security Forces Center’s vehicle program delivered the first of new military working dog patrol vehicles to Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, as part of their initiative to modernize Defender equipment across the Air Force.

  • Hanscom ‘CEOs’ take part in professional development

    Three hundred civilians, enlisted Airmen and officers participated in a virtual professional development event here Jan. 21 through 22. The Leadercast event titled “Leading Through Disruption” featured guest speakers across business, marketing and sports industries who offered participants unique

  • Base Mentoring Program underway in the new year

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — More than 200 military members and civilian employees at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base are taking advantage of an opportunity to develop new and/or different professional skills and perspectives, demonstrate strengths and explore potentials now that the 2021