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Crew members fill a hot air balloon with air and prepare it for flight from Rosamond Dry Lakebed at Edwards Air Force Base Nov. 15. This event was the first hot air balloon launch to occur from an Edwards' lakebed. (Air Force photo/ Bobbi Zapka)

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Ballooning

Chief Master Sgt. Mark Brejcha, 412th Test Wing commmand chief, asists hot air balloon crew members as they prepare a basket for launch as Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn, Air Force Flight Test Center commander, looks on at Rosamond Dry Lakebed, Edwards Air Force Base Nov. 15. Hot air ballooning is a social event that requires leadership skills, team work, and all of the other essentials of aviation. (Air Force photo/ Bobbi Zapka)

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Ballooning

Hot air ballooning crew members perform a pre-flight test of the burners as others look on at Rosamond Dry Lakebed, Edwards Air Force Base Nov. 15. Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn, Air Force Flight Test Center commander, hosted the ballooning event to recognize those who support Team Edwards. (Air Force photo/ Bobbi Zapka)

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Ballooning

Individuals from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Edwards Air Force Base, and the surrounding communities lift off from the Rosamond Dry Lakebed Nov. 15. Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn, Air Force Flight Test Center commander, hosted the event in order to recognize those who support Edwards. (Air Force photo/ Bobbi Zapka)

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AFRL signs VPP agreement

From left to right: Kris Vanderhyde, Air Force Research Laboratory Integration and Operations division, Mike Huggins, AFRL site director, George Amaya, American Federation of Government Employees Local 1406 president, Col. David Blanks, AFRL Detachment 7 commander and Dr. Ashwani Vij, Voluntary Protection Plan program lead, pose for a photo after signing a VPP commitment agreement Nov. 10. The VPP promotes work site safety and health. In the VPP, management, labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration establish cooperative relationships at workplaces that have implemented a comprehensive safety and health management system. (Air Force photo/Ronald Fair)

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Base bike path reopens

From left to right: Sam Garcia, Granite Construction, Col. William Thornton, 412th Test Wing commander, Pete Smith, Rosburg Fitness Center director and Col. Jerry Gandy, 95th Air Base Wing commander, cut the ribbon officially reopening the run/bike path behind the fitness center Nov.9. The path, which was closed to be refurbished, officially reopened Nov. 9. (Air Force photo/Mike Cassidy)

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Wingman Day

Staff Sgt. Kenneth Daniel (center), 412th Maintenance Squadron maintainer, plays kickball at the Rosburg Fitness Center during Wingman Day Nov. 6. Wingman Day was held as part of the Year of the Air Force Family Initiative. (Air Force photo/Mike Cassidy)

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My education journey: Guidance counselor provides insight on education

Arthur Pinzon is an Edwards Education Center guidance counselor. He provides information to Airmen regarding education, benefits, Community College of the Air Force and more. (U.S. Air Force photo/Edward Cannon)

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95th ABW holds commander's call

Col. Jerry Gandy, 95th Air Base Wing commander, addresses 95th ABW personnel during a commander's call Oct. 29. The commander presented awards and addressed integrity. Guest speakers discussed the new Air Force Fitness standards and holiday safety. (Air Force photo/Mike Cassidy)

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A proud day for Marines

Marine Lt. Col. Christopher Keane (right), Marine Aircraft Group 46 Detachment Bravo commander reenlists Sgt. Maj. Christopher Dillree (left) MAG 46 Det B sergeant major and promotes Lance Corporal Oscar Gutierrez (center) during a ceremony at Wings Field Oct. 3. (Courtesy photo)

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My education journey: Education helps Airman transition to civilian profession

Vincent Duny, Air Force Flight Test Center Ground Safety chief, transitioned to civilian life, armed with his Air Force military experience and education. Mr. Duny received his Community College of the Air Force degrees in aircraft systems maintenance technology and safety. (U.S. Air Force photo Edward Cannon)

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It's official

Rex Moen (left) District Representative for Senator Roy Ashburn and Lisa Moulton (right), District Director for Senator George Runner, present a legislative resolution to Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn (middle), Air Force Flight Test Center commander, naming the week of Oct 10 – 17 as Flight Test Nation week. The resolution commemorates Edwards for its historic contribution to aerospace research, progress and development, and also officially recognizes its Flight Test Nation brand prior to the Oct 17 air show and open house at Edwards. (Air Force photo/Mike Cassidy)

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It's official

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It's official

Rex Moen (left) District Representative for Senator Roy Ashburn and Lisa Moulton (right), District Director for Senator George Runner, present a legislative resolution to Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn (middle), Air Force Flight Test Center commander. The resolution commemorates Edwards for its historic contribution to aerospace research, progress and development and also officially recognizes Flight Test Nation. (Air Force photo/Mike Cassidy)

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JT3 makes donation to First Sergeants Council Relief Fund

James Tedeschi (right) JT3 range manager, presents Senior Master Sgt. Rolando Pabon, First Sergeants Council president with a check of $3,000 for their emergency relief fund. The money raised supports Edwards Airmen with interest-free loans, grants and food gift certificates.(Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class William O'Brien)

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CGOC host Lieutenatnt PDP

Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn, Air Force Flight Test Center commander, interacts with lieutenants during his briefing as part of the Lieutenant Professional Development Program Sept. 28. The Lieutenant PDP was sponsored by the Company Grade Officer's Council Sept. 28 and 29 in the Conference Center. (Air Force photo by Mike Cassidy)

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My education journey: Mentor uses experience to inspire students

Master Sgt. Elisa Giese, 412th Test Wing Command Section superintendent, is an education mentor to six enlisted Airmen. Sergeant Giese is participating in Edwards' AFB Year of the Community College of the Air Force initiative that encourages its noncommissioned officers through senior NCOs to accomplish their CCAF degree requirements, such as English, math, speech, social science and humanities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Edward Cannon)

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New commander takes charge of DET 5

Col. Paul Daly accepts the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Detachment 5 guidon from Maj. Gen. Stephen Sargeant, AFOTEC commander during a change of command ceremony here Aug. 21. (Air Force photo/Heather Anhalt)

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Commander throws first pitch at JetHawks game

Maj. Gen. David Eichhorn, Air Force Flight Test Center commander, throws out the first pitch at the Lancaster JetHawks baseball game against the Bakersfield Blaze Aug. 15 at Clear Channel Stadium in Lancaster. General Eichhorn was joined by Bob Meyer, NASA Dryden Flight Research Center Sofia program manager, tossing out the ceremonial first pitch. The General was invited to the game as part of the JetHawks annual Aerospace Appreciation Night.(NASA photo/Tony Landis)

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412th Electronic Warfare Group receives new commander

Col. William Thornton (left) presided over a change of command ceremony in which Col. Russell Kurtz (center) succeeded Col. Joseph Nichols (right) as the 412th Electronic Warfare Group commander Aug. 6. Colonel Nichols retires in August 2009. (Air Force photo/Mike Cassidy)

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