July 22, 2015 Joint Strike Fighter ITF ground testing F-35 gun The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Integrated Test Force is in the process of testing the F-35A's newest munitions asset - the GAU-22/A. The gun is a four-barrel Gatling gun that fires 25 millimeter rounds.Unlike the Marine Corps and Navy variants, the GAU-22/A is integrated internally to the F-35A. In
July 14, 2015 Can you see me now? Lakebeds 'restriped' Edwards Air Force Base is a prime location for flight test, but not just because of the high caliber of test pilots, engineers and maintenance professionals who train and work here. In fact, it's the natural resources like the 64.55 square miles of dry lakebeds that make the area so ideal.Each year,
June 30, 2015 July Family Advocacy classes, workshops New Pregnancy Orientation & Daddy Boot Camp - Class 1: This class is for all expectant parents to navigate their way through pregnancy. Participants will get information on the New Parent Support Program, nutrition, safety exercises, the importance of good dental care, safe pregnancy and how to
June 23, 2015 Enhance teamwork, effectiveness, significance and leadership skills! Comprehensive Airman Fitness is comprised of a multitude of targeted programs and activities as well as resiliency skills taught to enable Airmen to make sound choices. The program's goal is to build and sustain a thriving and resilient Air Force community that fosters mental, physical, social and
June 23, 2015 Annie Banannie dazzles during summer reading program Balloon story teller Annie Banannie dropped by the library June 19 as part of this years summer reading program.This year's program officially started June 5 and is open to children of all ages. At sign up each child receives a bookmark, pencil, book bag and t-shirt with the theme, "Read to the
June 22, 2015 Seminar provides expert advice for smart home buying Whether you are a first-time home buyer or looking to purchase an investment property, the Housing Management Office is here to help. June 17, they brought subject matter experts to the Airman and Family Readiness Center for a free Home Buyer's Seminar."We offer services for any Edwards AFB
June 16, 2015 Community Networking Spotlight - Part 4 Vicki Medina, Antelope Valley Board of Trade executive director, joined the Air Force Materiel Command Community Liaison Program in 2013. As a liaison, she meets with the 412th Test Wing commander on a quarterly basis and attends various base functions. When possible, liaisons are invited to meet
June 16, 2015 Library encourages exercise for minds and body The Edwards AFB Library Summer Reading Program encourages children to exercise their minds during the summer months when school is not in session. June 12, they encouraged them to be physically active too, with a bouncy house, potato sack races, hula hoops and jump ropes. This year's program
June 10, 2015 EOD, NASA take blast at the past How do you dispose of more than 30 years of expired explosive aircraft equipment in less than one minute? While some may say "very carefully," the real answer at Edwards is with the help of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team.Since a growing number of explosive ejection seat items had been in
June 8, 2015 EES/WAPS briefing team to visit Edwards June 25 Personnel from Headquarters Air Force and the Air Force Personnel Center will visit Edwards June 25 to share information about Enlisted Evaluation System and Weighted Airman Promotion System changes.During the briefing, EES/WAPS subject matter experts will speak about changes that have already been