July 1, 2020 Bunch tours Holloman, detached units Gen. Arnold W. Bunch Jr., Air Force Materiel Command commander, meets with various Airmen across Holloman in order to see how units remained resilient and successful despite challenges derived from the global COVID-19 pandemic.
June 30, 2020 History in Two: Early Beginnings to Privatized Housing Prior to the Military Housing Privatization Initiative that took place in Fiscal Year 1996, several privatization efforts were undertaken by the DoD – Wherry and Capehart acts in the late 1940s through to the 1950s – to provide family housing for our military members. Following World War II,
June 30, 2020 Air Force collaboration leads to new method of triggering shape change WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The saying “form follows function” speaks to the obvious relationship between an object’s shape and its purpose: how it will be used. If an object can change its shape, it can be used for a broader range of purposes. Researchers at the Air Force Research
June 30, 2020 AFWERX Fusion 2020 registration announced In response to the current global health crisis, the annual Fusion event goes virtual this year as a highly engaging and interactive online event packed with unique experiences.
June 30, 2020 Team JSTARS aircrew, maintainers launch mission during CBRNE training event The 461st and 116th Air Control Wings Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System team performed a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives environment training event at Robins Air Force Base Georgia, June 26. The CBRNE training tested the JSTARS team’s ability to launch E-8C
June 30, 2020 International Research Office embraces innovation ecosystem at elite UK university LONDON – The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFRL/AFOSR) became the newest tenants June 19 at the Translation and Innovation Hub (I-HUB) at Imperial College’s expansive White City Campus — a move expected to enhance partnerships with academics, industry,
June 30, 2020 Air Force stands up new division to enhance customer service for EFMP families The Department of the Air Force stood up a new division at the Air Force’s Personnel Center to integrate three Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) components -- medical, family support and assignments.
June 30, 2020 EAP adds virtual therapy option for civilians The Air Force Employee Assistance Program now offers virtual therapy to assist civilians and their family members during challenging times, when and where need exists.
June 30, 2020 Keeping safe in and around the water during a pandemic With many local pools closed due to the pandemic we find ourselves itching for the chance to get out and enjoy the water this summer.
June 30, 2020 “Remote hands” allow upgrades to stay on schedule Weather is a critical component in many Air Force operations. A team here worked collaboratively and innovatively with the 46th Test Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, to ensure testing necessary to keep weather systems operational would continue, despite the ongoing global pandemic.The