July 31, 2020 Tinker units collaborate, produce first 3-D printed engine component Members of the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex, an Air Force Sustainment Center wing, have produced the first additively manufactured metal component successfully tested on a U.S. Air Force aircraft engine, a significant milestone for future sustainment of aircraft like the E-3 Airborne Warning
July 31, 2020 Small business panel discusses COVID-19 impact, market research Jeff Emmons, the director of Small Business Programs here, discussed innovative contract and acquisition strategies for small businesses during a virtual meeting with the Hanscom Representatives Association July 28.
July 31, 2020 75th Medical Group provides COVID-19 FAQ to assist base members The 75th Medical Group has established a COVID-19 Joint Operations Center and Occupational Medicine Services to conduct medical screenings for those in need of COVID-19 screening, testing, quarantine, isolation, contact tracing, return to work determinations, and answer questions.
July 31, 2020 Department of the Air Force stands up Task Force to combat interpersonal violence Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett appointed Brig. Gen. April Vogel, the director for manpower, personnel, recruiting and services at the National Guard Bureau, to lead the task force, which will support members of the Air Force and Space Force.
July 31, 2020 Aerospace Museum set to reopen Aug. 5 After temporarily closing in March to protect the health and safety of visitors, staff and volunteers, the Hill Aerospace Museum will officially reopen to the public on 5 August. Adjusted operating hours will be Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is suggested that “high risk”
July 31, 2020 AFRL researcher awarded by Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – An Air Force Research Laboratory scientist was recently honored with the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers Professional Achievement Award for his innovative research and persistent drive to tackle challenging and evolving subject matter.Dr. Steve Kim
July 31, 2020 AFRL engineer to participate in NAE's 2020 U.S. Frontiers of Engineering Symposium WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – A high-performing Air Force Research Laboratory engineer will represent the lab at the National Academy of Engineering’s (NAE) 26th annual U.S. Frontiers of Engineering (USFOE) symposium.Eighty-five of the nation’s sharpest early-career engineers from
July 31, 2020 Non-Destructive testing keeps aircraft flying, crews safe When we’re sick we go to the doctor for a diagnosis but where do aircraft go for unseen issues? Aircraft at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia go to the 558th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection office with the 402nd Maintenance Group for their diagnosis.
July 30, 2020 AFCEC continues building on AFCAMP successes JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – It’s been six years since the Air Force Civil Engineer Center established a new, transparent process for strategically racking and stacking facility sustainment, restoration and modernization requirements across the Air Force.Each year, the AFCEC team
July 29, 2020 AFRL supports Air Force Academy Cadet Summer Research Program WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – With support from the Air Force Research Laboratory, the U.S. Air Force Academy expanded its summer research program for undergraduate cadets and is now providing virtual research opportunities to the largest group ever in the school’s history.“Thanks to AFRL,