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Dec. 7, 2020
Air Force Chief Scientist visits Arnold AFB

Benjamin Holton, left, section chief of the High-Temperature Materials Characterization and Evaluation capability within the Space and Missile Test Branch, Test Division, Arnold Engineering Development Complex, talks about the test and evaluation capability he oversees to Dr. Richard Joseph, Air
Dec. 7, 2020
AFWERX kicks off Accelerate event Dec. 7, launch a universe of opportunity to accelerate change

The inaugural AFWERX Accelerate event, being held virtually, kicks off Dec. 7 at noon EST. The five-day event will highlight how AFWERX is institutionalizing air and space innovation across the Department of the Air Force.
Dec. 7, 2020
Air Force evaluates next generation light cart prototype at joint exercise, reduces barriers for flightline electrification

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force Research Laboratory seeks to meet the needs of combatant commanders by modernizing the U.S. Air Force Common Support Equipment (CSE) enterprise by becoming more agile, lightweight, efficient and capable for future operations. Senior Master Sgt.
Dec. 4, 2020
Laboratory team handles COVID testing

Behind layers of personal protective equipment, a team of five Hanscom medical professionals are taking the health of the community into their own hands. Well-versed in handling all routine lab work, Airmen from the 66th Medical Squadron Biomedical Laboratory are now tackling all aspects of COVID-19
Dec. 4, 2020
Self-care this holiday season

This year’s holiday season comes with many unique challenges. Safeguarding ourselves and the community from COVID-19 has been a marathon and will continue into 2021. The effects of this pandemic during the holiday season will test our resiliency. Here are some helpful tips to stay mentally safe
Dec. 4, 2020
Banshee lessons enhance operational mission

The third iteration of the Banshee training program culminated in a Dec. 4 virtual wrap up event focused on how trainees will turn what they’ve learned into actionable ideas within their units. The program, a partnership between Hanscom, MassChallenge and the Air Force Research Lab, is part of a two
Dec. 4, 2020
AFRL-small business partnership offers help in tight situations

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – As nearly every homeowner or backyard mechanic knows, performing repairs in tight spaces can be tricky at best, and potentially dangerous at worst. For aircraft maintainers, the hazards can be much more complex. To help address these issues, the Air Force
Dec. 4, 2020
Awareness stimulates holiday safety

With the holidays approaching, it is a good time to make a plan for staying safe. The hustle and bustle of shopping, driving, travelling, and planning celebrations brings increased risk, both at work and at home. Far too often this leads to injury or even death. By recognizing and being aware of
Dec. 4, 2020
Tinker Talks: A conversation with a COVID surivivor

When Anthony Baumann finished his quarantine after a 10-day hospital stay, he knew he could make a difference by telling his story of surviving the coronavirus.
Dec. 4, 2020
88th SFS bids farewell to loyal co-worker, friend

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - It was a military retirement ceremony like few others at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base on Nov. 16. Seldom does someone wrap up their military career at age 10, but that’s what Rudo has done.The military working dog’s nine years of service at Wright-Patterson
Dec. 4, 2020
ADR Office offers DOD civilians, active-duty military different way to solve EEO complaints

The 78th Air Base Wing Equal Employment Opportunity Office recently opened the Alternative Dispute Resolution Office to give Defense Department civilians and active-duty military members a different way to resolve complaints.
Dec. 4, 2020
CBM+ redefining aircraft maintenance

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – About 5 years ago, the Air Force embarked on a journey with Condition Based Maintenance Plus (CBM+), to shift the sustainment enterprise from “flying to failure” to a “flying to forecast” mindset. In a recent episode of AFLCMC’s Leadership Log podcast, Chris
Dec. 4, 2020
Simulators Division enables first-ever virtual training events with C-17 RAAF and coalition partners

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) C-17 Simulator successfully participated in first-ever virtual training events with the U.S. and various coalition partners during the recent Virtual Pitch Black and Coalition Virtual Flag exercises.The RAAF participation
Dec. 3, 2020
AFLCMC-Hanscom personnel garner awards during virtual AFCEA conference

Three Air Force Life Cycle Management Center personnel here were award recipients during the virtual AFCEA TechNet Cyber Symposium, Nov. 30.
Dec. 3, 2020
DAF looks to sponsor USSF members for Udacity Nanodegree

The U.S. Space Force Chief Technology and Innovation Office and the Department of the Air Force Digital University team are looking to sponsor USSF members, both military and civilian, from any career field and rank to earn an Udacity Nanodegree! Applicants should be highly self-motivated with some

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