Feb. 10, 2022 Unique partnership connects SBIR awardees with Hanscom directorates The third iteration of The U.S. Air Force Lab with MassChallenge program, an initiative designed to increase non-traditional participation in Small Business Innovative Research program opportunities, kicked off virtually Feb. 9.
Feb. 7, 2022 AFIMSC innovations are changing the Air Force Since standing up in 2015, the AFIMSC team has developed and implemented many innovations that have transformed the installation and mission support community and, in some cases, the entire Department of the Air Force.
Feb. 2, 2022 Edwards AFB NCOs pave way for “Airmen of 2030” Airmen assigned to the 412th Test Wing, out of Edwards Air Force Base, California, recently participated in a design sprint focused on Enlisted Professional Military Education in 2030 at the AFWERX Hub in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 11-13.
Jan. 27, 2022 Air Force announces Spark Tank ‘22 finalists As the Department’s flagship innovation event, Spark Tank plays a central role in establishing the Department’s strategic mindset for delivering future capabilities.
Jan. 18, 2022 Pitch It program simplifies engagement with Hanscom organizations The Hanscom Innovation Team has developed a unique program to streamline engagement with industry and encourage cross-collaboration among Hanscom organizations.
Jan. 12, 2022 Innovative ideas sought for new AEDC Spark Tank program Arnold Engineering Development Complex personnel with innovative ideas – no matter how big or small – to improve AEDC are invited to share their suggestions. Doing so could lead to funding to progress their implementation. The new AEDC Spark Tank is underway and open to military, DOD civilians and
Dec. 22, 2021 Air Force accelerates change to save lives: How aeromedical evacuation mission advanced in 20 years In the years following the attacks on September 11, 2001, U.S. Air Force medics accelerated advancements in medical care, specifically aeromedical evacuations, to save more service members’ lives.
Dec. 20, 2021 Eglin Fire goes electric Firefighters swap gas-powered tools for energy-saving, environmentally friendly electric equipment carried on their emergency response vehicles.
Dec. 15, 2021 AFMC Robotic Process Automation roadshow drives innovation Air Force Materiel Command Airmen now have the tools to accelerate change faster and smarter thanks to the Robotic Process Automation Roadshow, Dec. 6-9, driven by the Commander’s Accelerated Initiatives team.
Dec. 13, 2021 AFCEC demonstration explores new CE technologies TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – Air Force civil engineering experts are continuing to explore and merge new technologies to strengthen the service by accelerating change and enhancing CE capabilities. The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Planning and Integration and Readiness Directorates recently
Dec. 13, 2021 AFIMSC announces 2022 I-WEPTAC topics, seeks working group volunteers The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has announced topics and chairs for the 2022 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference.
Dec. 10, 2021 Multi-state ceremony to celebrate first human flight WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will honor the local foundation of innovation and grit its mission is built upon Dec. 17 at 10 a.m., commemorating the Wright brothers’ accomplishments 118 years ago with the annual First Flight ceremony.“It is important to
Nov. 30, 2021 AF to field new bladder relief device, working toward “suite of options” The Air Force is slated to receive the first shipment of the Omni Gen. 3 Skydrate, an improved in-flight bladder relief device, early next month. The Air Force recognized that current devices were not optimized for long-duration sorties, and as a result, aircrew were routinely dehydrating themselves
Nov. 22, 2021 Banshee training program inspires Airmen to innovate The fifth iteration of the Banshee training program culminated in a Nov. 19 virtual wrap up event featuring guest speakers and trainee challenge statement presentations.
Nov. 8, 2021 FYSA: Agility Prime FYSA: Agility Prime explores electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing vehicles and the revolutionary initiative partnering the military with eVTOL industry leaders.