Jan. 7, 2022 ATAC provides recommendations for NAOC replacement The Advanced Tactical Acquisition Corps (ATAC) recently provided a number of recommendations to senior U.S. Air Force leaders, outlining actions the service should consider as it develops the replacement for the E-4B Nightwatch fleet, also known as National Airborne Operations Center or NAOC.
Jan. 6, 2022 Air Force, Space Force observe National Mentoring Month in January Mentorship is a type of professional relationship in which a person with greater experience and wisdom guides another person to develop both personally and professionally. This relationship helps achieve mission success and motivates Airmen to achieve their goals.
Jan. 5, 2022 College internships support acquisition community A Hanscom contracting team is utilizing college internship programs to support the Air Force acquisition community.
Jan. 5, 2022 System tracks every item in the Air Force inventory Want to know how many aircraft tires or satellites are in Department of the Air Force asset inventory? The Integrated Logistics System – Supply or ILS-S has the answer.
Jan. 5, 2022 AFRL detects moon around asteroid with smallest telescope yet KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (AFRL) - On November 29, 2021, an Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Starfire Optical Range (SOR)* telescope on Kirtland Air Force Base near Albuquerque, New Mexico, recorded an image of asteroid (22) Kalliope, and its natural satellite Linus. A confirming image was
Jan. 4, 2022 Air Force seeking tech talent at software hiring event AFLCMC is seeking top talent to fill critical roles across the AFLCMC software enterprise.
Jan. 3, 2022 Hand-painting key to high-tech stealth With stealth designed-in from day one, the F-35 has an unmatched ability to evade enemy detection and enter contested airspace. The F-35’s aligned edges, reduced engine signature, internal carriage of weapons and fuel and embedded sensors all contribute to its unique stealth performance.
Jan. 3, 2022 Funding boosts hypersonic testing throughput at Arnold Engineering Development Complex facilities Two of the test and evaluation capabilities within the Space Test Branch of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex have received funding from the Test Resource Management Center, or TRMC, to improve the nation’s ability to test hypersonic systems in a timely manner.
Dec. 30, 2021 Safety officials urge responsible use of supplemental heating options Winter has returned and personnel should be cautious before choosing the way to heat their homes. The cold weather can often call for supplemental heating sources, such as portable heating appliances. However, some methods may be hazardous for indoor use.
Dec. 28, 2021 Air Force supports U.S. global health policy priorities of 2021 As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has established new policies in 2021 addressing global health security and the use of global health engagement to mitigate the current pandemic, as well as emerging and future biosecurity threats.