Edwards AFB News

  • Desert Showdown: Forging Readiness and Resilience at Edwards AFB

    The unforgiving Mojave Desert set the stage for the 412th Medical Group’s inaugural “Desert Showdown,” a first responder-centric obstacle course designed to push teams to their limits both mentally and physically was held April 10 at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif.

  • 412th Test Wing Welcomes New Wing Commander

    Col. Douglas Wickert assumed command of the 412th Test Wing from Brig. Gen. Matthew Higer during a change of command ceremony at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Aug.18.

  • As the School Year Starts, Drive Smart!

    As on-base schools reopen Thursday, the 412th Mission Support Group is joining forces with base officials to emphasize the importance of safe driving and strict adherence to traffic laws on Edwards AFB. With an influx of students, parents and school staff commuting to and from the schools, the roads

  • Edwards AFB Technical Sergeant Achieves Rare Ph.D. Milestone

    Setting the bar high with an unwavering "fly, fight, and win" attitude, Tech. Sgt. Bionca Thomas, Detachment 2, 9th Operations Group, has carved her name in the annals of exceptional accomplishments. Adding to her already illustrious career, Thomas has ascended to the elite ranks by successfully

  • Starbase Edwards Inspires Local Community Through STEM

    DoD STARBASE Edwards traveled to the Lancaster Community Center in Lancaster, California to host a STEM summer camp for off base students recently. STARBASE Edwards is a Department of Defense youth program designed to engage and immerse local Antelope Valley students in the world of science,