AFMC Command News

  • Virtual reality project could improve UAV operations

    An Air Force Office of Scientific Research-managed team is building a virtual reality environment for the battlespace initiative to maximize the potential of unmanned aerial vehicles. According to Iowa State University lead researcher Dr. James Oliver, the team is applying advanced physical and

  • Tropical storm moves aircraft, crews to Wright-Patterson AFB

    More than 250 aircrews, maintenance and security personnel from east coast bases, along with 108 aircraft, deployed to Wright-Patterson AFB Sept. 4-5 to avoid potential damage by Tropical Storm Hanna. Six C-17 Globemaster III aircraft from Charleston AFB, S.C., relocated here. Seventy five F-15E

  • F-22 Raptor refuels using synthetic fuel

    The F-22 Combined Test Force reached another milestone Aug. 28 as an Edwards F-22 Raptor performed aerial refueling using a synthetic fuel. It marked the first time an Air Force aircraft refueled mid-air using an alternative jet engine fuel. The test was the culmination of Edwards test points in

  • Insertion program enhances security, saves money at four AF bases

    The 642nd Electronic Systems Squadron's Transformational Technology Insertion program is reaping monetary savings while further enhancing security at four Air Force sites as part of an ongoing Defense Department initiative. Transformational Technology Insertion, or TTI, involves the installation of

  • AFMC unit, individuals earn small business honors

    The 2007 Secretary of the Air Force Small Business awards list includes one of Air Force Materiel Command's air logistics centers, along with three civilian employees. The Secretary of the Air Force Special Achievement Award, Activity, went to the Warner Robins ALC Small Business Office at Robins

  • Air logistics center prepares for new engine workload

    Officials with the 76th Propulsion Maintenance Group here are clearing shop space for a new workload. Tinker AFB will introduce the F117 workload in March 2010. The F117 engine, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, powers the C-17 Globemaster III, a strategic and tactical airlifter. Though still two

  • Medical professionals focus on traumatic brain injuries

    One of the results of the Global War on Terror is an increase in traumatic brain injuries among deployed personnel. As of July 23, the Defense Department requires that every deploying member be tested with the Automated Neuropsychological Assessment Metrics within 12 months prior to deployment. A

  • Tinker set to host bombers summit

    A bomber summit will be held Sept. 11 and 12 at the Hill Conference Center. Catering to approximately 40 bomber fleet representatives, topics will include the health of the aircraft, sustainability, capability upgrades and modernization efforts. Additionally, Air Combat Command officials will

  • Tinker AFB unit earns Shingo Prize

    The B-1B Programmed Depot Maintenance team here is the recipient of the Shingo Bronze Medallion in the public sector category. The Shingo Prize is often referred to as the "Nobel Prize of manufacturing."It was established in 1988, and promotes Lean manufacturing concept awareness and recognizes

  • Tornado wreaks havoc in Eglin AFB housing

    As Hurricane Gustav made its trek across the Gulf of Mexico, residents on base here had a rude awakening Sep. 1. Air traffic controllers saw the first of three funnel clouds emerge from the storm's feeder bands that raked Northwest Florida at approximately 9:45 a.m. Rain and winds gusting to more

  • AFMC receives acquisition authority

    Air Force Materiel Command is now authorized to pursue services acquisitions valued at up to $500 million, following the signing of an agreement between the command and Air Force Acquisitions officials. Under the agreement, reached in August, AFMC received "Probationary Silver Delegation Authority"

  • Technical review improves Minuteman III nozzle builds

    A team of scientists and engineers at the Air Force Research Laboratory Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, in collaboration with Ogden Air Logistics Center, Hill AFB, Utah, and industry, have resolved a challenging technical issue confronting the nation's land-based Minuteman III

  • Advanced engine, hearing protection on display at AF Museum

    The first aircraft to fly by pulsed-detonation engine power, along with associated hearing protection technology -- both developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory - became additions to the National Museum of the United States Air Force during an Aug. 25 ceremony here at the Museum Annex. AFRL's

  • AF senior leaders address Hill Airmen

    The acting secretary of the Air Force and the Air Force chief of staff spoke to top leaders and several thousand airmen here Aug. 22. Michael Donley and Gen. Norton Schwartz brought a tone mixed with both optimism and practicality in their speeches to Airmen. "It's been two months and one day since

  • F-15 tests alternative jet engine fuel

    An aviation first was accomplished when an F-15E Strike Eagle flew here Aug. 19 using an alternative fuel. Engineers from the 830th Aircraft Sustainment Group, maintainers with the 561st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and pilots from the 339th Flight Test Squadron joined with the Air Force