AFMC News

April 18, 2025
Robins’ military working dogs, Warner Robins Police team up to protect community

Military Working Dogs and dog handlers from the 78th Security Forces Squadron, Robins Air Force Base, Georgia and their Warner Robins Police Department K-9 Unit counterparts work and train together for the betterment of both communities.
April 17, 2025
Hill Aerospace Museum aircraft restoration program: A win-win for history, future aviation mechanics and public visitors

The Hill Aerospace Museum is bridging history and innovation with a unique aircraft restoration program that preserves vintage aircraft while offering students real-world airframe training through local academic partnerships and an on-site curriculum.
April 17, 2025
Civil Air Patrol experience supports Air Force mission

Two members of the Hanscom workforce, both former cadets with the Civil Air Patrol, are using skills and knowledge gained from their time in the program to succeed in their military careers.
April 16, 2025
30 Years later: Youngest OKC Bombing victim gives back through civil service

PJ Allen is 31-years-old and an avionics specialist, working on KC-135s in the Oklahoma City-Air Logistics Center. He’s been on the job a little over a year and says he loves it. And, he loves working at Tinker and said he has found his home and a way to give back to those who helped him 30 years
April 16, 2025
Lessons learned drive Air Force CSTR program improvements

The improvements will enhance the training experience and better prepare Air Force Units of Action to deploy and win future wars.
April 15, 2025
Former wing commander pleads guilty, sentenced to confinement

A military judge today sentenced Col. Christopher B. Meeker, former commander of the 88th Air Base Wing, to 21 days confinement, a reprimand, and forfeiture of $7,000 pay per month for two months.
April 15, 2025
Air Force, Army shaping the future of C2, together

The Air Force is demonstrating its commitment to joint warfighting capabilities, integrating airpower into a vast network of sensors and shooters during Project Convergence Capstone 5.
April 11, 2025
Small Business Office wins Air Force Innovation Award

The Air Force Sustainment Center Small Business Office and Small Business Innovation Research Program is the recipient of the Air Force Small Business Innovation Award for fiscal year 2024, thanks to the team’s focus on connecting innovative businesses with AFSC organizations who can use their
April 10, 2025
ROTC students test joint operations in Operation Eagle Claw field training exercise

Cadets and midshipmen from the University of Utah’s Air Force, Navy and Marine Reserve Officers’ Training Corps programs descended on Hill Air Force Base, Utah to participate in a joint-training exercise coordinated by Hill’s 775th Civil Engineering Group, 75th Security Forces Squadron, 75th
April 10, 2025
DMM enhances efficiency, readiness for AFMC enterprise

Air Force Materiel Command is at the forefront of a digital revolution, equipping Airmen with the tools and skills to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently in an increasingly digital world.
April 9, 2025
OC-ALC hosts Japanese Air Self-Defense Force, strengthening interoperability

The Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex recently hosted the Japan Air Self-Defense Force to explore a joint maintenance center, part of a global push to enhance military readiness. The visit emphasized shared maintenance and logistics strategies, particularly relevant following the launch of GENUS,
April 9, 2025
Leading recruiter teams offers challenges, opportunities

When most people think about a military recruiter, they picture someone at a booth in a school or event, encouraging young people to join the military.
April 7, 2025
From helicopters to pavement, one AFLCMC lieutenant moves fast

A program manager by day and elite athlete by night. One AFLCMC runner hopes to make the 2028 Olympic team.
April 7, 2025
The Department of Defense announces Deferred Resignation Program, VERA

The Department of Defense announced a Deferred Resignation Program and Voluntary Early Retirement Authority for civilian employees
April 7, 2025
University students to present new aerospace propulsion concepts at Air Force Museum

APOP is a partnered outreach program for engineers who are entering the workforce. It allows university engineering students an opportunity to work with Air Force engineers and challenges them to modify small gas turbine engines and innovate on current turbine engine designs.

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