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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

Col. Maryann Karlen, Test Pilot School commandant, shares a congratulatory embrace with a guest in the receiving line following the TPS change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. The moment reflected the warm support from colleagues and friends as she stepped into her new role as commandant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

Col. Maryann Karlen, Test Pilot School commandant, provides remarks and thanks as she takes the lead of the school during the TPS change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. Her leadership continues a bold era of innovation, integration, and excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

The family of Col. Maryann Karlen, Test Pilot School commandant, smile at her remarks thanking them for their support during the change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. Their presence highlighted the personal side of a day filled with tradition, gratitude, and new beginnings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

Maj. Gen. Scott Cain, Air Force Test Center commander, passes the guidon to Col. Maryann Karlen, Test Pilot School commandant, during the change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. The event marked a new chapter in TPS leadership and ongoing innovation. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

The family of Col. James Valpiani, Test Pilot School outgoing commandant, express their excitement after he tells them of the summer plans to visit an amusement park during the TPS change of command ceremony held at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. Family, friends, and colleagues gathered to celebrate the occasion and show support for both the outgoing and incoming commandants. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

Maj. Gen. Scott Cain, Air Force Test Center commander, awards the Legion of Merit to Col. James Valpiani, Test Pilot School outgoing commandant, during the TPS change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. The award recognized Valpiani's pivotal role in transforming TPS into a national leader in test education and innovation. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

Maj. Gen. Scott Cain, Air Force Test Center commander, speaks to the accomplishments of Col. James Valpiani, outgoing Test Pilot School commandant during the TPS change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. During Cain's speech he recognized the school's transformation under Valpiani and his confidence in Col. Maryann Karlen's leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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Modernization Mission Continues as TPS Welcomes New Commandant

Maj. Gen. Scott Cain, Air Force Test Center commander, Col. James Valpiani, Test Pilot School outgoing commandant, Col. Maryann Karlen, TPS in-coming commandant, and Tech. Sgt. Adam Case, TPS Squadron Aviation Resource Management flight chief, standby to kick off the TPS change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., June 13, 2025. The event marked the transition of leadership from Valpiani to Karlen and highlighted TPS's continued mission to lead in test education and modernization.(U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Tabatha Arellano)
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One Defender's gratitude

As I prepare to depart, the men and women of Edwards have my deepest gratitude for the unwavering support shown to the 412th Security Forces Squadron.
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U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School graduates second fully integrated air and space class

Students from Air Force Test Pilot School class 24-Bravo pose for a final class photo during graduation ceremonies held at Edwards Air Force Base, CA on June 7, 2025. Class 24B is the second fully integrated air and space course under modernized multi-domain curriculum. (Air Force photo by Brandon Herandez)
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U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School graduates second fully integrated air and space class

Class 24-Bravo student, Capt. Connor Beierle, receives the Aaron “C-Dot” George Warrior Award from Col. James Valpiani, commandant, Air Force Test Pilot School, at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. The award recognizes a single student each class who exemplifies the warrior-focused commitment to fielding the most effective weapon system. (Air Force Photo by Brandon Hernandez)
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U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School graduates second fully integrated air and space class

Col. James Valpiani, commandant, Air Force Test Pilot School, presents school alumni Capt. Gregory Search, graduate of Class 22B, with the inaugural Doolittle Test Leadership Award, during school graduation at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. Named in honor of Gen. James "Jimmy" Doolittle, the famed Air Force pioneer and former chief test pilot of the Army Air Corps, the award recognizes a recent TPS graduate who best exemplifies the four pillars of the school's vision: "tester, leader, thinker, innovator." Capt. Search currently serves as Assistant Director of Operations at the 452nd Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base. In this role, he leads multi-billion-dollar test programs with significant strategic impact and has trailblazed the development of cutting-edge autonomous aircraft. (Air Force photo by Brandon Hernandez)
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U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School graduates second fully integrated air and space class

Air Force Test Pilot School alumni Roger Tanner, class 95-Alpha, speaks at the class 24-B graduation ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. Over the past 30 years, Mr. Tanner’s expertise in stall and spin testing has been a critical asset to the test enterprise. In 2001 he became the first Department of Defense civilian test pilot at Edwards Air Force Base. Since then, he has served as project pilot, safety and technical reviewer on numerous high angle of attack programs for the F-16, F-22, F-35, F-15 and T-7 aircraft. (Air Force photo by Brandon Hernandez)
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U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School graduates second fully integrated air and space class

Col. James Valpiani, commandant, Air Force Test Pilot School, presents school alumni Capt. Gregory Search, graduate of Class 22B, with the inaugural Doolittle Test Leadership Award, during school graduation at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. Named in honor of Gen. James "Jimmy" Doolittle, the famed Air Force pioneer and former chief test pilot of the Army Air Corps, the award recognizes a recent TPS graduate who best exemplifies the four pillars of the school's vision: "tester, leader, thinker, innovator." Capt. Search currently serves as Assistant Director of Operations at the 452nd Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base. In this role, he leads multi-billion-dollar test programs with significant strategic impact and has trailblazed the development of cutting-edge autonomous aircraft. (Air Force photo by Brandon Hernandez)
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Edwards' FCC addresses child care shortage, names provider of the year

FCC provider Matrina McCullough won the 2025 FCC Provider of the Year award. She cares for children at her house while their parents or guardians work at Edwards AFB.
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USAF Test Pilot School pioneers space cyber test workshop

Students present their capstone project results during the Space Cyber Test workshop on Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., May 6-8. (Photo courtesy of Stephenson Stellar)
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USAF Test Pilot School pioneers space cyber test workshop

Students implement a planned cyber-attack during the inaugural Space Cyber Test workshop on Edwards Air Force Base, California, May 6-8. (Photo courtesy of Stephenson Stellar)
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USAF Test Pilot School pioneers space cyber test workshop

Students obtain hands-on experience in satellite testing from a cyber warfare perspective during the inaugural Space Cyber Test workshop on Edwards Air Force Base, California, May 6-8. (Photo courtesy of Stephenson Stellar)
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USAF Test Pilot School pioneers space cyber test workshop

Air Force Test Pilot School Space Test Course students, staff, and Stephenson Stellar employees in the first Space Cyber Test Workshop. Students obtain hands-on experience in satellite testing from a cyber warfare perspective during the inaugural Space Cyber Test workshop on Edwards Air Force Base, California, May 6-8. (Photo courtesy of Stephenson Stellar)
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AF Test Pilot School preps instructors to train test leaders

Col. James Valpiani, U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School commandant, addresses class 23-B during the Enlisted Test Fundamentals Course graduation ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 25, 2023. ETFC is a 4-week course designed explicitly for enlisted members directly engaged in testing developmental, experimental, or operational test programs. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Tech. Sgt. Robert Cloys)
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