Feb. 23, 2021 Army partners with Air Force’s THOR for base defense THOR is a prototype directed energy weapon used to disable the electronics in drones, and specifically engineered to counter multiple targets – such as a drone swarm – with rapid results. The technology is housed in a 20-foot-long shipping container that can be stowed in a military cargo plane and
Feb. 23, 2021 AFRL’s SHiELD set to receive critical assembly KIRTLAND AFB, N.M. (AFRL) – The Air Force Research Laboratory Self-Protect High Energy Laser Demonstrator (SHiELD) Advanced Technology Demonstration (ATD) Program is scheduled to receive the first major assembly of its three main subsystems later this month, with the remaining two subsystems set to
Feb. 22, 2021 2020 successes set stage for continued housing improvements JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – The Department of the Air Force's effort to improve housing programs for Airmen, Guardians and their families scored some major victories in 2020, but housing officials say there is still much work to be done.Armed with feedback from housing residents,
Feb. 22, 2021 Space Art Exhibit to open February 26 at National Museum USAF A new space art exhibit hosted by the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in conjunction with the International Association of Astronomical Artists (IAAA) titled “The Beauty of Space,” will open at the museum on Feb. 26, 2021. The Exhibit, which will be on display in the museum’s Cold War Gallery,
Feb. 22, 2021 Defenders forge culture of service, remember fallen Airmen Expeditionary security forces squadrons share a culture across the globe—wherever the U.S. Air Force needs to fly aircraft into harm’s way. They are there keeping Airmen and resting aircraft safe. They patrol the fence line; control who steps onto the base.They do this with the knowledge that it’s
Feb. 22, 2021 Hanscom PEOs, customers, slated to speak at virtual New Horizons capstone Hanscom’s three program executive officers will once again be key participants in this year’s New Horizons event in March, despite the activity looking a bit different for 2021.
Feb. 21, 2021 Air Force on track to complete latest C-40 modification WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force is in the process of modifying aircraft in the C-40 fleet, in an effort to better accommodate pilots during extended flight missions. Four Air Force C-40B aircraft and four Air Force Reserve Command C-40C aircraft are being upgraded, with the
Feb. 19, 2021 Air Force releases environmental study on Ground Based Strategic Deterrent ICBM recapitalization Test Program The Air Force proposes to modernize the land-based leg of the nuclear triad, recapitalizing its ICBM fleet while upgrading the weapon system technology, supporting infrastructure, and command and control functions.
Feb. 19, 2021 Tinker Talks podcast discusses teen dating violence Every February, young people and their loved ones join together to bring awareness about the issues related to teen dating violence. The month-long Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month campaign focuses on education to end the abuse before it starts.
Feb. 19, 2021 AFLCMC using innovation to operate in austere environments Today, the Rapid Sustainment Office is scouring industry for ways new technology can enhance operations from anywhere in the world. This can go anywhere from photovoltaic tents to drones inspecting runways for debris.