AFMC Command News

  • DHA helps personnel stay “MissionFit”

    A healthy diet, regular exercise and good sleep are all contributors to overall wellness. However, a new routine can be difficult to start and, between work schedules, family time and even commutes, difficult to stick with. To assist in keeping goals on track, members now have access to a resource

  • Air Force extends 20E6 promotion testing window for 18 AFSCs

    The Air Force’s Personnel Center made the decision to extend the testing window following discovery that 18 Specialty Knowledge Tests were unaccounted for. These tests were mailed to an installation test control office but, to date, have not been received within the expected delivery window.

  • Air Force Research Lab’s famed YF-16 transfers to aviation museum

    ROME, N.Y. – After using the airframe in various tests during the past 40 years, the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Information Directorate transferred its famed YF-16 from the Antenna Measurement Research Facility in Newport, N.Y. to the Fort Worth Aviation Museum in Texas.Ultimately, this

  • AFRL senior scientist elected to National Academy

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – An Air Force Research Laboratory engineering expert was recently elected a member to the National Academy of Engineering. Appointment to the NAE is among the highest professional distinctions bestowed upon an engineer.Dr. Richard Vaia was selected for his

  • New acquisition course builds value in first year

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Acquisition Instructor Course (AQIC) has moved to the next phase of its development after the first cohort of acquisition officers finished their research and laid the groundwork for the development of AQIC.Sponsored by Air Force Materiel Command, AQIC was

  • Air Force Marathon prices increase March 2

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB – Are you planning on participating in the Air Force Marathon this September? Save a little money, and register before the price increases on March 2.“This is the time of year when runners are making decisions to participate in fall races and begin their training.” said Brandon

  • Air Force engineer recognized by Society of Manufacturing Engineers

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — An Air Force Research Laboratory engineer was one of 20 women who received special recognition from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) for making their mark in aerospace and defense smart manufacturing. Dr. Jennifer Fielding, Section Chief, Composite

  • AFRL guest speaker presents a practical view of artificial intelligence

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Fear of the unknown can often cripple rational thinking. And one such unknown today is artificial intelligence. Is it right to be afraid of AI? Or is this just an irrational fear of the unknown?To make artificial intelligence more understandable to its

  • Center commander talks changes and challenges

    The commander of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center spoke about the Center’s mission, challenges it’s facing, along with the future of the Air Force overall during a State of the Center address Feb. 10.

  • AFRL engineer honored as AIAA Fellow

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – An Air Force Research Laboratory aerospace engineer was recently named a Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics for his distinguished career in the study of high-speed propulsion.An internationally recognized expert, Dr. Campbell

  • The Year of the Defender Improved Career Field Capabilities

    As we move forward into the New Year, I’d like to reflect upon the past, “Year of the Defender” and how this critical initiative equipped our Defenders to be more lethal and more ready. The increased investment in training, resourcing and equipment provided the career field with a spark that will

  • Precision Attack Sniper IPT wins DOD level award

    ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. – When most U.S. Air Force fighter and bomber aircraft need to strike a target, they rely on the Sniper Pod, which provides long-range detection/identification of targets, as well as surveillance for all missions, including close air support of ground troops. The Precision