June 26, 2012 X-47B demonstrates airworthiness; Team Edwards support continues With the support of Team Edwards, the United States Navy came one step closer to seamlessly integrating the X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System demonstrator into aircraft carrier operations. The first test phase, which validated the X-47B's airworthiness, wrapped up May 15, 2012, after more than two
June 26, 2012 AFMC wing wins Air Force logistics award In recognition of their dedication and superior performance in support of U.S. Air Force operations around the world during 2011, the 635th Supply Chain Operations Wing, Scott Air Force Base, III., was recently named the best logistics organization in the Air Force, and winner of the Gen. Thomas P.
June 25, 2012 AFMC anniversary highlights 20 years of command's warfighter support The warfighter need for streamlined logistics support and expertise in science, technology, research, development and testing launched the creation of Air Force Materiel Command, which marks its 20th anniversary on July 1, 2012. "AFMC supports the entire spectrum of the Air Force mission, and 20
June 25, 2012 Wright-Patt sergeant recognized as best of the best by AFA "There is a biblical quote that says, 'Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,' and Master Sgt. Alan Braden does more than doing those things," said Dr. Sara Black, 88th Air Base Wing Force Development Flight chief and Braden's supervisor. So it is no wonder he was awarded the 12 United
June 22, 2012 Commentary: Be proud of your role this Independence Day On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, starting the colonies on the path to freedom. The next day, John Adams wrote to his wife, describing the time as "the most memorable epoch in the history of America" and saying he was "apt to believe that it will be
June 21, 2012 JTTOCC refines wing's range operations The Joint Test and Training Operations Control Center officially replaced the 46th Test Wing's Range Operations Control Center during a small ceremony here June 14, 2012.The JTTOCC also co-located the range control function with Eglin's radar control facility. The 46 TW developed the JTTOCC to
June 18, 2012 AFMC ready to transition to 5-Center construct With three major milestones complete, Air Force Materiel Command officials are ready to consolidate the number of centers as part of its command-wide transition to the 5-Center construct.Centers will be activated at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, and Tinker AFB, Okla., in the coming weeks. At Edwards
June 14, 2012 AFMC's new command chief eager to move enlisted force forward During his 25 years as an Airman, Chief Master Sgt. Michael Warner has followed two basic principles: take advantage of every opportunity, and bloom where you're planted.As the new command chief master sergeant of Air Force Materiel Command, Warner offered the same advice to others."Do everything
June 12, 2012 How low can you go? Hanscom starts new energy competition A new energy competition is underway at Hanscom called "How Low Can You Go?" The competition requires little effort but big results, as it focuses on energy consumption during the weekend. "We want people to place special focus on their pre-weekend shutdown measures," said Tom Schluckebier, base
June 8, 2012 Wolfenbarger receives fourth star, assumes leadership of AFMC Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger became the first female four-star general in the Air Force and assumed the top position of the major command responsible for the technology, acquisition, test and sustainment of the service's current and future weapon systems during ceremonies here June 5, 2012.Wolfenbarger