Sept. 23, 2025 Space test program continues to expand, astronaut inspires future space test leaders The U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School Space Test Course started as a three-month program in January 2021, in collaboration with the newly formed U.S. Space Force, and has been growing ever since.
Sept. 23, 2025 Cleared for takeoff: Test Cell Crew Chief pilot program launches at Arnold AFB Test cell crew chiefs will partner with the Air Force asset managers in their respective facilities to optimize maintenance programs, document and implement corrective actions, and propose facility improvements.
Sept. 23, 2025 AFIMSC delivers blanket purchase agreement to streamline base IT services The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has created a new enterprise-wide blanket purchase agreement to deliver consistent, cost-effective base operations support information technology, or BOS-IT, services across Department of the Air Force installations.
Sept. 22, 2025 Airmen sharpen combat readiness skills in joint training exercise In a powerful demonstration of joint force integration and operational readiness, the 75th Air Base Wing recently partnered with the 305th Rescue Squadron, an Air Force Reserve unit located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, to conduct dynamic medical evacuation, helicopter landing zone, and
Sept. 20, 2025 Air Force Marathon showcases endurance, spirit, legacy On the grounds of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, more than 7,600 runners representing 50 states and 11 foreign countries, gathered Sept. 20 to take part in the 29th annual Air Force Marathon.
Sept. 19, 2025 Air Force experiments with AI, boosts battle management speed and accuracy The Air Force wrapped up the second Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming, known as DASH 2, a fast-paced experiment exploring how artificial intelligence can help operators make faster, smarter decisions in complex battlespaces.
Sept. 18, 2025 2nd B-21 expands 412th test capabilities Although their motto is, “We Live for Firsts,” this week members of the 412th Test Wing, with industry partners from Northrop-Grumman, focused on number two — the second B-21 Raider to arrive at Edwards AFB.
Sept. 15, 2025 Real-Time Resilience: How IROC is changing the way bases operate The Installation Resilience Operations Command and Control platform, or IROC, connects building management systems, intrusion detection, environmental controls, and room sensors into a secure, unified platform.
Sept. 12, 2025 Calhoun’s approach to leadership accelerates AFTC’s strategic thrust Col. Paul Calhoun, newly appointed Air Force Test Center, deputy commander, brings proven leadership, combat-tested experience and a focus on partnership that aligns directly with the 2025 AFTC Strategic Plan.
Sept. 12, 2025 Center buries time capsule to be opened on 40th anniversary Air Force Sustainment Center Airmen of 2052 will get a unique glimpse of what the center was like in 2025 when they unearth a time capsule buried Sept. 5 in front of AFSC headquarters, Bldg. 3001, at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.