AFMC Command News

  • Sexual assault focus group visits begin at Wright-Patterson

    To better understand and deter sexual assault within the service, Maj. Gen. Margaret Woodward, the Air Force Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office director, kicked off the first in a series of visits to installations with a stop at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, July 22-23,

  • AFMC recognizes second quarter “Graduates”

    Congratulations to the following members of the Air Force Materiel Command team on completing a degree or certificate program during the second quarter of 2013, AFMC's "Year of the Graduate."The goal of YoGrad is to inspire those considering or currently working on an education plan to start,

  • My educational journey: It doesn’t have to be a race

    I enlisted in the Air Force in April 1999. Like many who enlist, I signed up for the benefit of a "paid for" education, in addition to the travel opportunities and honor of serving in the USAF. I had a brand new wife and a baby boy, and joining the Air Force was an excellent opportunity for me and

  • New paint removal process unique to Robins

    A new process for stripping paint from C-17s has been validated at Robins.Known as plastic media blasting, it's environmentally-friendly, and allows for a more efficient way of removing paint from aircraft during programmed depot maintenance."This is unique to Robins, the fact we have the capability

  • Acting SecAF visits Eglin

    Acting Secretary of the Air Force Eric Fanning visited with Airmen, Sailors and Marines here July 16 as part of his first round of base visits since taking on the role of acting secretary last month.The U.S. Senate confirmed Fanning as the 24th Under Secretary of the Air Force in April. He became

  • Cursor on Target meeting imparts info and updates

    Hanscom recently hosted a user group meeting for the Cursor on Target program to provide attendees with technical information, updates and tutorials.Cursor on Target is a technology that was developed after Sept. 11, 2001, to improve situational awareness by allowing basic information covering What,

  • AFMC to focus on Comprehensive Airman Fitness

    As part of its commitment to take care of Airmen and their families, Air Force Materiel Command is embracing the Comprehensive Airman Fitness philosophy established by Headquarters Air Force.CAF provides a framework through which the Air Force can deliver relevant programs and services more

  • First KC-46 build begins

    Boeing's announcement this past week that they have begun assembly of the first KC-46 wing spar is a significant event for the Air Force tanker program. It marks the start of assembly of the first KC-46 Engineering and Manufacturing Development aircraft. "We are excited and pleased that KC-46

  • Founding fathers’ ideals of independence still preserved

    To mark the July 4th holiday -- our nation's 237th birthday -- many of us will get together for a cookout or to watch fireworks with friends and family. While we certainly look forward to those activities, we should also use the holiday as an opportunity to reflect on exactly why it is we're able to

  • Feature: Identical twins complete long-awaited reenlistment

    Master Sgt. Antone Scott always wanted his identical twin brother to be a part of one of his reenlistment ceremonies; but for 10 years, timing and location kept them apart. On June 27, when Scott raised his hand to receive the oath for his fifth enlistment, his brother was there to administer

  • Robins signs partnership agreements with community

    Robins Air Force Base officials inked four agreements June 24, 2013, as part of a new community partnership program. The program, called the Air Force Community Partnership Initiative, was created to explore cost-saving opportunities through partnerships and shared services with local communities

  • B-52s to receive comm upgrade

    Installation of a communications system upgrade earmarked for the venerable U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber fleet is scheduled to start here next month.The Combat Network Communications Technology system will enable aircrews to send and receive information via satellite links, which will

  • AFMC priorities, budget effects top executive director's goals

    Michael Gill begins his tenure as Air Force Materiel Command's new executive director June 28 with the long-term objective of providing the right mix of support and leadership to benefit the command and the Air Force."I am truly honored to have this opportunity," Gill said. "I look forward to the

  • AFMC executive director to retire after 35 years of service

    After a 35-year career that began as a flight test engineer at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., Dr. Steve Butler will retire from his post as Air Force Materiel Command's executive director June 28 and return once more to Fort Walton Beach.Born and raised in Fort Walton Beach, Fla., Butler attended