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  • Is it worth it?

    Under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act, employees who sustain an injury or illness caused by  an employer,  can receive compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. Unfortunately, there are situations where a few individuals abuse this benefit intended for those truly deserving of the

  • Vehicle misuse is abuse

    Have you ever wondered why using a government vehicle for personal convenience was against the rules? Well it goes much further than what is stated in Air Force instructions; it's about public perception and being good stewards of the taxpayer's dollars. In this day and age of instant communication

  • Thanksgiving Appreciation

    With the Holiday Season upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the pastyear and all the that has happened. This Thanksgiving, I want you all toknow how much I appreciate the hard work you do for the Air Force. Also,please keep those deployed and their families in your thoughts.Please be careful as

  • Happy Thanksgiving, Team Edwards.

    This time of year grants us the chance to reflect upon the good things in our lives, the things that we give thanks for and appreciate. We are thankful for all of you and the hard work you do to make our mission happen. Thank you for working hard day-in and day-out. Thank you for making Team Edwards

  • 412th TW commander thanks veterans and their families

    Veteran's Day marks a time of reflection on those who have, who are and who will answer their nation's highest calling. It is an opportunity to show our appreciation for their heroic efforts. General Douglas MacArthur said, "The soldier, above all other people, prays for peace, for he must suffer

  • AFFTC commander discusses sacrifice of veterans

    Today, we honor our brothers and sisters, America's veterans, for their devotion to duty and their service to our great nation. And as we celebrate our American heroes, let us consider the wisdom of our first Commander-in-Chief, General George Washington who said, "The willingness with which our

  • 95th ABW commander reflects on heros, Veteran's Day

    I am honored to get to put a few words to paper in honor of Veteran's Day. It is a special day set aside to remind us of the sacrifices and service of our veterans ... men and women who have valiantly and selflessly devoted themselves towards something greater ... the United States of America.

  • Veterans’ sacrifices can have far-reaching effects

    On Veterans Day, we honor those who have served in our nation's armed forces, as well as those who continue to serve. This being the Year of the Air Force Family, it's also appropriate that we acknowledge not only the service and sacrifices of our military veterans, but those of their family members

  • Championship game crowns 95th SFS, ends exciting season

    I chose to officiate the 2009 Edwards Flag Football Intramural Championship rather than watch my favorite professional NFL team, the Washington Redskins, play Oct. 26. Avid NFL fans would snicker and say "Yeah because the 'Skins are not doing too well this season," which has never mattered to me

  • Men, Women of the Flight Test Center

    What a day - a clear blue sky with calm winds! A perfect day for an air show! So much preparation went into this event, where do I start? Security? Maintenance? Medical? Operations? Civil Engineering? Protocol? Public Affairs? The AFFTC Museum? The Civ-Mil Group? Safety? Finance? Communications?