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The Essence of Teamwork: Space Test Education at USAF TPS

Space Test Course Students preparing for an XVI satellite pass in Test Pilot School's new Satellite Operations Control Room. (Air Force photo by Scott Walter)

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Edwards AFB unveils new Flight Test Engineering Lab to enhance warfighting capabilities

Edwards Air Force Base officially opened its state-of-the-art Flight Test Engineering Lab (FTEL) during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in late 2024, marking a significant advancement in the Air Force’s ability to develop and test cutting-edge warfighting technologies. (Air Force photo by Madeline Guadarrama)

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Edwards AFB unveils new Flight Test Engineering Lab to enhance warfighting capabilities

Paul Waters, 412th Test Engineering Group director, Dan Osburn, 412th Test Wing technical director, and Shaun Frost, Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District chief of construction, cut the ribbon to formally open the Flight Test Engineering Laboratory during a ceremony on Edwards Air Force Base, California, Nov. 4. (Air Force photo by Madeline Guadarrama)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) tour The Crucible Innovation Lab at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 7, 2025. The visit was part of DAF-CICC, where leaders from Air and Space Force installations across the state collaborated on key issues affecting military operations, infrastructure, and quality of life. The Crucible Innovation Lab showcases cutting-edge technologies and fosters innovation to enhance mission readiness. (Courtesy photo by Maj. Kelsey Tarver)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Yamamoto, 144th Mission Support Group commander, left, and U.S. Air Force Col. Geoffrey Cameron, 9th Reconnaissance Wing A5/7/8 director, right, listen intently during opening remarks at the Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025. DAF-CICC provides a forum for leaders from Air and Space Force installations across California to address key state and federal issues, including infrastructure, cost of living, and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Col. Jay Johnson, 60th Air Mobility Wing commander, delivers opening remarks during the Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025. DAF-CICC provides a forum for leaders from Air and Space Force installations across California to address key state and federal issues, including infrastructure, cost of living, and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

Department of the Air Force installation commanders and senior enlisted leaders participate in a discussion during the Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025. DAF-CICC provides a forum for leaders from Air and Space Force installations across California to address key state and federal issues, including infrastructure, cost of living, and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Space Force Col. Andrew Dermanoski, Space Base Delta 3 commander, participates in a discussion during the Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025. DAF-CICC provides a forum for leaders from Air and Space Force installations across California to address key state and federal issues, including infrastructure, cost of living, and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Space Force Col. Mark Shoemaker, Space Launch Delta 30 commander, participates in a discussion during the Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025. DAF-CICC provides a forum for leaders from Air and Space Force installations across California to address key state and federal issues, including infrastructure, cost of living, and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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California Commanders Meet at Vandenberg SFB

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Justin Stoltzfus, 412th Test Wing command chief master sergeant, participates in a discussion during the Department of the Air Force California Installation Commanders Caucus (DAF-CICC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 6, 2025. DAF-CICC provides a forum for leaders from Air and Space Force installations across California to address key state and federal issues, including infrastructure, cost of living, and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Olga Houtsma)

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A New Era in Testing: USAF TPS Partners with Stanford and Silicon Valley for AI and Emerging Technologies Course

United States Air Force Test Pilot School staff and students visit Silicon Valley companies like Wisk on the leading edge of aerospace autonomy, Jan. 22, 2025, during its inaugural “Test of AI and Emerging Technologies” course in partnership with Stanford University and the Department of the Air Force’s Stanford AI Studio. This historic collaboration marks the school’s first major engagement with academia in recent memory and is part of a broader effort to prepare future military test leaders for the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, data-driven systems, and autonomous technologies. (Courtesy Photo)

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A New Era in Testing: USAF TPS Partners with Stanford and Silicon Valley for AI and Emerging Technologies Course

Stanford AI Studio links United States Air Force Test Pilot School students to leading technology startup founders to understand commercial innovation during its inaugural “Test of AI and Emerging Technologies” course in partnership with Stanford University and the Department of the Air Force’s Stanford AI Studio, Jan. 17, 2025. This historic collaboration marks the school’s first major engagement with academia in recent memory and is part of a broader effort to prepare future military test leaders for the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, data-driven systems, and autonomous technologies.

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A New Era in Testing: USAF TPS Partners with Stanford and Silicon Valley for AI and Emerging Technologies Course

Leading Stanford AI experts instruct United States Air Force Test Pilot School students during its inaugural “Test of AI and Emerging Technologies” course in partnership with Stanford University and the Department of the Air Force’s Stanford AI Studio, Jan. 17, 2025. This historic collaboration marks the school’s first major engagement with academia in recent memory and is part of a broader effort to prepare future military test leaders for the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, data-driven systems, and autonomous technologies.

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A New Era in Testing: USAF TPS Partners with Stanford and Silicon Valley for AI and Emerging Technologies Course

United States Air Force Test Pilot School students grapple with hands-on challenges of developing and testing AI robots during its inaugural "Test of AI and Emerging Technologies" course in partnership with Stanford University and the Department of the Air Force's Stanford AI Studio, Jan. 15, 2025. The collaboration marks the school’s first major engagement with academia in recent memory and is part of a broader effort to prepare future military test leaders for the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, data-driven systems, and autonomous technologies. (Courtesy Photo)

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A New Era in Testing: USAF TPS Partners with Stanford and Silicon Valley for AI and Emerging Technologies Course

United States Air Force Test Pilot School staff and students, alongside partners from MIT AI Accelerator, Weapons School and Headquarters Air Force, learn about cutting-edge AI applications, Jan. 13, 2025, during its inaugural “Test of AI and Emerging Technologies” course in partnership with Stanford University and the Department of the Air Force’s Stanford AI Studio. This historic collaboration marks the school’s first major engagement with academia in recent memory and is part of a broader effort to prepare future military test leaders for the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, data-driven systems, and autonomous technologies. (Courtesy Photo)

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Empowering through mission command

Brig. Gen. Douglas Wickert, commander of the 412th Test Wing, discusses his perspective on how empowerment and mission command go hand in hand. As part of the 412th Test Wing's strategic guide, Line of Effort 1-3, "Empowerment Through Mission Command," supports the development of our people and team.

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Civ-Mil continues 35-year tradition of supporting Edwards Airmen

Matthew Winheim, Civ-Mil president, represents the civilian-military foundation of the organization, as both an Air Force Veteran and a STEM educational leader himself. Winheim’s contribution to promote and inspire innovation in and out the classroom has led him to receive the California 2025 Teacher of the Year award.

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Civ-Mil continues 35-year tradition of supporting Edwards Airmen

Civ-Mil raised $10,000 to revitalize Higher Grounds, a social gathering space where our junior Airmen can connect and unwind. The project included a fresh coat of paint, new furniture, massage chairs and many other amenities.

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412th Test Wing School Liaison Program and STARBASE come together to better serve installation and community

Col Chris Carnduff, Mission Support Group commander, speaks to students at the Back to School Bash at Edwards AFB.

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412th Test Wing School Liaison Program and STARBASE come together to better serve installation and community

Students from West Boron Elementary watch the Thunderbirds practice from the flight line.

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