AFMC News

Nov. 21, 2023
President Biden names AFRL executive director as Presidential Rank Award recipient

Timothy Sakulich, a member of the Senior Executive Service, or SES, and executive director of the Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, has been named by President Joe Biden as a recipient of the 2023 Meritorious Executive Presidential Rank Award.
Nov. 20, 2023
RPP application process open through Dec. 9

Active duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen who are interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2024 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program now through Dec. 9, 2023.
Nov. 20, 2023
AFRL signs CRADA to advance communications in sub-terahertz for NextGen networks

The Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, has signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement, or CRADA, with Keysight Technologies, Inc., an industry leader in providing design, emulation and test solutions that help engineers quickly develop and deploy innovations. The CRADA will allow
Nov. 20, 2023
AFIMSC leads new ACE and military pilot training mission beddown project

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is leading a more than $500 million facilities construction project to facilitate expeditionary skills training and military pilot training at Ebbing Air National Guard Base, Ark.
Nov. 17, 2023
History in Two: Operation NEW ARRIVAL - Eglin provides new hope to refugees

Operation NEW ARRIVAL, receiving over 10,000 refugees was successful through a cohesive teamwork of military, robust community support, and detailed planning based upon urgent need to resettle Vietnamese considered at-risk from the incoming Communist regime during the Vietnam War.
Nov. 17, 2023
Give thanks through Safety!

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, remember to incorporate safety in all your activities. Be prepared for the unexpected and remind loved ones to do the same by using proper risk management to keep accidents at bay.
Nov. 17, 2023
A legacy of serving, giving back

In her very first days of employment at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in 1984, Kathy Watern’s supervisor was already planning her future when they discussed her three-year career plan. Forty years later, Watern, a member of the Senior Executive Service, began her current position as the Director,
Nov. 17, 2023
Leaders discuss upcoming business opportunities during Hanscom PEO Fall Update

Hanscom Air Force Base Program Executive Officers discussed upcoming business opportunities with industry representatives during the Hanscom PEO Fall Update Oct. 26.
Nov. 17, 2023
Breaking Barriers Together: Warriors over the Wasatch 2024

Hill AFB leaders and airshow officials are preparing now to make next year’s air show bigger and better by adding new demonstrations and by focusing on feedback received from 2022’s event. The 2024 air show, happening June 29-30, is centered around the Breaking Barriers Together theme, meaning we
Nov. 16, 2023
New initiatives continue to drive civilian talent acquisition changes across command

Continued evaluation of current policies and cross-component partnerships are enabling ongoing processes improvements to drive down timelines and find talent needed to execute AFMC’s mission.
Nov. 16, 2023
U.S. Air Force upgrading eye protection for aircrew

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s (AFLCMC) Human Systems Division is in the process of upgrading protective eyewear for aircrew operating various U.S. Air Force aircraft around the world.
Nov. 16, 2023
Bot Rodeo tests ingenuity of AFSC employees

The Air Force Sustainment Center held its second annual Bot Rodeo Thursday at the Tinker Business and Industrial Park in Oklahoma City,. showcasing various exercises spotlighting the Robotic Process Automation process at different stages.
Nov. 15, 2023
New telemetry facility redefines testing with remote capabilities

The newly constructed facility augments telemetry communications for the Eglin Gulf Test Range.
Nov. 15, 2023
Virtual Spouse and Family Forum focuses on resiliency, mental health

The Air Force Materiel Command hosted a virtual Spouse and Family Forum, Nov. 9. The forum focused on mental health and resilience, and featured panelists from across the Department of the Air Force to help individuals understand and navigate the diverse resources available for support.
Nov. 15, 2023
Fourth hangar online at Tinker as KC-46 campus grows

Construction is complete on the fourth hangar of the KC-46A Pegasus campus at Tinker Air Force Base. The newest hangar came online in September 2023, three years to the month after the first KC-46 arrived at Tinker for depot maintenance. It is the fourth of seven hangars that will make up Tinker’s

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