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.
Feb. 19, 2021 88th Air Base Wing transfers its first members to U.S. Space Force WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Airmen from the 88th Communications Squadron became the first set of 88th Air Base Wing members to join the U.S. Space Force during a ceremony Feb. 11 in the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s Space Gallery. Most fittingly, the event took place in front
Feb. 19, 2021 Wright-Patt’s Official Mail Center maintains vital mission WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - When it comes to sending mail, most people immediately think of the U.S. Postal Service. That’s who we see every day when those little trucks place bills and personal mail in your home’s mailbox.However, when it comes to mail on base, who takes care of
Feb. 19, 2021 Base fire department breaks the ice on rescue operations WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - The problem with ice is it can break. If it does, and a person falls through, even a good swimmer could be in a lot of trouble.It doesn’t take long for hypothermia to show up if submerged in freezing water. Symptoms can include confusion, fumbling hands,