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July 31, 2023
Edwards AFB Hosts U.S. Air Force Weapons School Capstone

Edwards AFB hosted the Air Force Weapons School capstone recently. Dozens of combat aircraft assigned to the Weapons School participated in the extensive training event. The Weapons School trains tactical experts and leaders to control and exploit air, space and cyber on behalf of the joint force.
July 28, 2023
PRIME Students Sacrifice Summer to Study STEM

The 412th Test Wing’s STEM program has wrapped up another successful year of its PRIME outreach program. PRIME, short for Promoting Relevance and Interest in Mathematical Experiences, is a four-week summer math class specially designed to empower incoming freshmen by strengthening their math skills
July 18, 2023
412th Test Wing Glider Orientation Program takes off for inaugural flight

A group of 412th Test Wing engineers became the first group to take part in the Wing’s Glider Orientation Program after their inaugural flight from Mountain Valley Airport, Tehachapi, June 22.
June 30, 2023
Edwards Stands Up Air Dominance Combined Test Force for Next Generation Testing

Lt. Col. Michael Coleman formally assumed command of the 411th Flight Test Squadron from Lt. Col. David Schmitt, during a change of command ceremony on Edwards AFB, June 9. The transition showcased another milestone for Edwards AFB. The F-22 Raptor Combined Test Force has formally transitioned into
June 29, 2023
Three Generations of Breaking Barriers: T-7A Red Hawk Soars with U.S. Air Force Test Pilot

Maj. Bryce Turner, a test pilot from the 416th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards AFB, California, has achieved a historic feat by becoming the first Air Force pilot to fly the T-7A Red Hawk. On June 28, the aircraft lifted off at 11:51 a.m. Central Standard Time during a test flight at the Boeing
June 26, 2023
Edwards AFB now provides local VSO support to veterans on base

In-person military Veteran Service Office support is now available at Edwards AFB. This innovative program aims to provide comprehensive support to military veterans now working as DOD civilians or contractors at Edwards with assistance filing claims for benefits from the Department of Veterans
June 20, 2023
Airpower Foundations Combined Test Force Ready for Flight at Edwards

A change of command, expanded mission, and organizational structure change for the Emerging Technologies Combined Test Force (ET-CTF) occurred on June 7, 2023.
June 13, 2023
452nd Flight Test Squadron bids farewell to RQ-4 Global Hawk

The 452nd Flight Test Squadron held a “sunsetting” event for the RQ-4 Global Hawk flight test program at Edwards AFB, June 9. The event marked the completion of the squadron’s test campaign for the aircraft.
June 7, 2023
AFMC innovation team revolutionizing stealth fighter fleet

An F-35 from the 461st Flight Test Squadron recently took flight at Edwards AFB with a complement of software applications developed by government and industry providers previously tested on the F-22 – demonstrating for the first time the ability to use the same tactical software applications on
May 31, 2023
A Mission Out of This World: The Benefield Anechoic Facility tests first space satellite in decades

The Benefield Anechoic Facility recently tested its first space satellite in decades. Anticipated to launch in late 2023, Navigation Technology Satellite-3 (NTS-3) will be the Department of Defense’s first experimental, integrated navigation satellite system in nearly 50 years.