Oct. 25, 2022 AFWERX AFVentures enhances SBIR/STTR program to increase tech transition AFWERX AFVentures began the new fiscal year with multiple enhancements to the Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer, or SBIR/STTR, Program after Congress reauthorized the program, Sept. 30, 2022. These improvements aim to further encourage domestic small businesses to
Oct. 25, 2022 Grey Wolf tests new rappelling system MH-139A’s dedicated FRIES equipment, increased power and the ability to handle center of gravity shifts due to Airmen rappelling in full gear were scrutinized.
Oct. 24, 2022 Center for Space Research and Assurance celebrates 10th anniversary WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Air Force Institute of Technology’s Center for Space Research and Assurance is celebrating its 10th anniversary this November. Since its founding, CSRA has transcended its expectations by enhancing AFIT's research-based, space-focused graduate education
Oct. 24, 2022 Grey Wolf tests new rappelling system MH-139A’s dedicated FRIES equipment, increased power and the ability to handle center of gravity shifts due to Airmen rappelling in full gear were scrutinized.
Oct. 24, 2022 78th HCOS BMETs: Medical maintenance sustaining the warfighter Biomedical Equipment Technician or BMET is one of those little-known career fields in the Air Force, yet it has a big impact on readiness and lethality.
Oct. 24, 2022 78th HCOS BMETs: Medical maintenance sustaining the warfighter Biomedical Equipment Technician or BMET is one of those little-known career fields in the Air Force, yet it has a big impact on readiness and lethality.
Oct. 21, 2022 AFRL upgrades rocket fabrication capabilities The Air Force Research Laboratory upgraded its fabrication shop equipment with 20 new state-of-the-art machines for manufacturing rocket components that will enhance capabilities, increase accuracy and save money.
Oct. 21, 2022 Parachute saves early test pilot One hundred years ago, a Type A parachute saved the life of Lt. Harold Harris - the first time a manually operated parachute saved the life of a pilot.
Oct. 21, 2022 DAF senior leaders amplify SecDef directives for reproductive health care Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced that the DoD would ensure service members and their families can access reproductive health care within its authority and consistent with applicable federal law, in addition to clear guidance for health care providers to operate effectively.
Oct. 20, 2022 Basic Needs Allowance for active-duty service members being implemented January 2023 Active-duty service members with dependents whose gross household income falls below 130% of federal poverty guidelines will soon be able to apply for a Basic Needs Allowance, or BNA.The BNA will provide a supplemental taxable allowance for eligible service members who are the most financially