AFMC Command News

  • Second hypersonic flight ends prematurely, brings new flight test data

    A second test of the X-51A Waverider flew June 13, 2011, in the Point Mugu Naval Air Test Range over the Pacific Ocean, bringing significant hypersonic research data in a less than successful flight test.The hypersonic aircraft was successfully boosted to just over Mach 5, and the scramjet engine

  • Air Force Marathon seeks volunteers

    The Air Force Marathon office is looking for a few good men and women to help out at this year's marathon and expo event September 15-18, 2011.According to Jeanette Monaghan, volunteer coordinator, it takes nearly 2,000 volunteers to put together a successful event. "We absolutely could not do this

  • Demonstration provides opportunity to assess data sharing capabilities

    A multi-service team residing at the Electronic Systems Center recently provided key support to a joint and multinational intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance demonstration. The Distributed Common Ground/Surface System (DCGS) Multi-Service Execution Team Office, or DMO, facilitates the

  • Edwards team tests new brake system for C-130

    A small test team from the 418th Flight Test Squadron here has been tasked with replacing a legacy as well as the ensuring the safety of future C-130 Hercules air crews.The 418th Flight Test Squadron's C-130 Wheel Brake System Improvement program is testing the performance of carbon brakes and the

  • Air Force leaders praise Tinker's efficiency, warfighter support

    For two Air Force senior leaders who toured the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Center here June 6, 2011, one word could sum up the success they saw: "partnership." Undersecretary of the Air Force Erin Conaton and former OC-ALC commander Lt. Gen. Loren Reno, who currently serves as the Air Force deputy

  • AFRL technology experiments return from International Space Station

    Air Force Research Laboratory scientists completed the seventh in a series of materials-related experiments June 1, 2011, when the experiments returned to earth after 18 months in space. The Materials on the International Space Station Experiment studied the effects of the space environment on

  • BRAC radar relocation yields millions in savings

    The installation of an experimental radar receiver atop a 100-foot tower here May 20, 2011, marked the near completion of a project started in 2007 to consolidate sensors research capabilities for the Air Force Research Laboratory.The bi-static radar tower located at Springfield complements three

  • Commentary: Hold the line by holding conversation

    I can't recall where I first heard the story of Navy Captain Charles Plumb, his riveting account of being shot down in Vietnam and how decades later he and his wife were dining stateside when a stranger approached and announced, "You're Captain Plumb." The captain had no idea who this stranger was

  • 711th Human Performance Wing initiates new complex

    With hundreds of dignitaries, special guests and base personnel looking on, representatives cut the ribbon on the Air Force Research Laboratory, 711th Human Performance Wing's  new complex, named in honor of United States Air Force Maj. Gen. Harry G. Armstrong, a pioneer in the field of aerospace

  • Pentagon acquisition chief talks 'Better Buying Power' at Hanscom

    The undersecretary of defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics spoke to the Electronic Systems Center workforce here May 25, 2011, regarding DOD budget challenges, efficiency initiatives and their impact. Dr. Ashton B. Carter emphasized to a full auditorium that the defense budget for the

  • My educational journey: Inspiration for education started with my mother

    My mother and I moved from Colombia, South America, to Florida when I was five years old. I was raised in a family where our financial status was well below average, but I was always taught by my mother the importance of education and seizing an opportunity when it presented itself. "Chances are, if

  • Newest Air Force military medical residents graduate

    More than 100 military officers marked the completion of their residency training when they were awarded graduate medical education diplomas May 26, 2011, at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The annual graduation ceremony recognized officers completing one of 11 accredited resident and

  • Air Force leaders issue Memorial Day message

    Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz send the following Memorial Day message to the Airmen of the U.S. Air Force and their families:As we pause this Memorial Day to honor those who have died in service of our great Nation, it is also useful to

  • AAFES deployed -- Memorial Day brings good memories for store manager

    Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by military members, both past and present. As tens of thousands of men and women continue to serve in Iraq and Afghanistan, it's important to keep in mind their struggle and that having a little piece of home when you're far away from what's