Jan. 26, 2021 AEDC 16-foot supersonic wind tunnel restored to operational status On Jan. 21, 2021, the multi-year efforts of many yielded the desired results with a successful air-on test run in the Arnold Engineering Development Complex 16-foot supersonic wind tunnel, or 16S, and return to service of the test facility.“Wind Tunnel 16S will provide the nation a significant
Feb. 3, 2020 Arnold AFB craftsmen and others join to aid supersonic wind tunnel return to service The reactivation of the 16-foot supersonic wind tunnel at Arnold Air Force Base is on the horizon, and work continues behind the scenes to bring the dormant facility back to life.Craftsmen in the Arnold AFB Model and Machine Shop are being lauded for the creativity and cohesion that led to the