Nov. 1, 2022 AFGSC saves millions, increases safety through CSP Modernization and innovation make the Air Force always ready, but modernizing takes time and money, while innovating requires new ideas. Air Force Global Strike Command B-2 Requirements division recently expedited this process, saving millions of dollars and six years of work by using AFWERX to
Oct. 28, 2022 AFTC gains new test capability Members of the 716th Test Squadron and Integrated Analysis Branch of the 804th Test Group of Arnold Engineering Development Complex are advancing the test capabilities available to develop and prove the superiority of those systems needed to meet the demands of the National Defense Strategy with the
Oct. 26, 2022 2022 FEHB open enrollment for eligible civilian employees The 2022 Federal Benefits Open Season for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Program, and the Federal Flexible Spending Account Program will run Nov. 14 through Dec. 12. During the annual Open Season, eligible employees can enroll, change plans or
Oct. 26, 2022 AFRL STEM unit receives DOD STARBASE’s highest level award The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Department of Defense STARBASE NM program, managed through the AFRL STEM Academy, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, received accolades and certification to the highest level, for its work with fifth graders in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM.
Oct. 25, 2022 Edwards AFB breaks ground on new Flight Test Engineering Laboratory Edwards Air Force Base broke ground on the new 75,000 sq. ft. Flight Test Engineering Laboratory Oct. 19 during a ceremony hosted by the 412th Test Engineering Group. The $40 million, state-of-the-art, energy efficient building will provide a modern facility with lab capabilities to support and
Oct. 25, 2022 Dreams to virtual realities Virtual reality is known for its entertainment purposes, but what if it can be utilized to develop Air Force personnel through on-the-job learning? This idea was presented at the 2023 Air Force Materiel Command Spark Tank event, which provided Airmen and Guardians an opportunity to pitch innovative
Oct. 25, 2022 Two men, one remote Tech. Sgt. Geoffrey Gilmer and civilian employee, Brian Warren, collaborated to develop the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robotics Universal Remote, one of two proposals selected to advance to the Air Force-level of the Spark Tank competition.
Oct. 25, 2022 Protecting Air Force and personnel assets from cyberattack is everyone’s job Web-based databases are used for every aspect of warfare. As technology improves, the importance of cybersecurity becomes more critical as our adversaries are using similar capabilities that are constantly transforming.
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. 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.