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  • A Calspan Corporation crew tow out the X-62 VISTA ahead of multiple test flights supporting HAVE HEAT and HAVE HOLIDAYS for the Air Force Test Pilot School and industry partners at Edwards Air Force Base, California, April 22, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lindsey Iniguez). A Calspan Corporation crew tow out the X-62 VISTA ahead of multiple test flights supporting HAVE HEAT and HAVE HOLIDAYS for the Air Force Test Pilot School and industry partners at Edwards Air Force Base, California, April 22, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lindsey Iniguez).
    X-62 VISTA sets precedents with Mission Systems Upgrades, aligns human researchers with AI development for the warfighter

    Chase Kohler
  • A T-7A Red Hawk departs Edwards Air Force Base on June 25, 2026, marking the first joint test sortie with both developmental and operational test aircrew aboard. The milestone positions the Airpower Foundations Combined Test Force at Edwards to begin combined developmental and operational test flights, ultimately accelerating capability for the warfighter. (Air Force photo by Christian Raterman) A T-7A Red Hawk departs Edwards Air Force Base on June 25, 2026, marking the first joint test sortie with both developmental and operational test aircrew aboard. The milestone positions the Airpower Foundations Combined Test Force at Edwards to begin combined developmental and operational test flights, ultimately accelerating capability for the warfighter. (Air Force photo by Christian Raterman)
    Early OT flying brings T-7A closer to operational use

    By Katherine C. Gandara
  • Future Flights Future Flights
    Futures Flight builds own autonomous aerial system

    By Samuel King Jr.
  • A YFQ-44A Collaborative Combat Aircraft fires an AIM-120 weapon in secluded airspace over the Mojave Desert. The live-fire test of the YFQ-44 aircraft is the latest milestone in the rapid development of safe and effective CCA operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jennifer Healy) A YFQ-44A Collaborative Combat Aircraft fires an AIM-120 weapon in secluded airspace over the Mojave Desert. The live-fire test of the YFQ-44 aircraft is the latest milestone in the rapid development of safe and effective CCA operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jennifer Healy)
    Air Force conducts live-fire test for Collaborative Combat Aircraft

    Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs
  • A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, fly in formation after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, June 29, 2026. A U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II and F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, fly in formation after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, June 29, 2026.
    F-15EX returns to Kadena, advances transition to next-generation airpower

    By Samuel King Jr.

   

Edwards - News

  • Five ROTC cadets spent summer in the Mojave Desert learning about cutting-edge aerospace systems and flight test fundamentals at Edwards Air Force Base, California. (Air Force video by Daniel Kelley)

    TALON internship program connects ROTC cadets with flight test mission

  • Sanae Triplett, volunteer and spouse of a retired Air Force veteran, organizes donated clothing by age and gender at the Airman’s Attic, Edwards Air Force Base, California, on Aug. 19. Triplett volunteers at the facility three times a week after dropping her daughter off at Branch Elementary School on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Laisa Leao)

    Airman’s Attic needs volunteers more than gear
  • Ryan Soroka, Mallory Sorola, Connor English, Ciara Laird, Rodrick Benson and Ana Lemler, Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Officer Training interns, watches Alejandro Cardona (not pictured) deliver his culmination presentation following a 10-week program at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Aug. 7, 2026. The Department of War VICEROY initiative cultivates cyber-spectrum leadership by funding student travel to military research centers, removing geographic barriers to defense careers. During the inaugural cohort at Edwards, eight interns supported active aerospace and cyber test programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ariana Ortega)

    Edwards hosts inaugural cohort of VICEROY cyber-spectrum interns, expanding future leadership development

  • The Employee-Vehicle Certification and Reporting System is a mandatory Air Force-wide vehicle inspection and maintenance program required for compliance with the Clean Air Act in areas where air quality does not meet federal standards. The base is required to show that vehicles operated by military members and federal civilian employees meet applicable emissions requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Giancarlo Casem)

    ECARS self-certification mandatory for federal workers
  • Members of the 412th Civil Engineer Squadron and the Crashed, Damaged and Disabled Aircraft Recovery team transported the F-84F Thunderstreak tail number 51-9350 to the south gate at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Aug. 14. The 412th Security Forces Squadron diverted traffic to allow the aircraft to be moved from the Flight Test Museum to its new home as a permanent gate guard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Brandon Hernandez)

    Thunderstreak brings Edwards’ heritage to south gate

AEDC - NEWS

  • The Arnold Air Force Base Commissary at Arnold AFB, Tenn., has announced it will begin offering CLICK2GO delivery service Sept. 7, 2026. Delivery will be offered up to a 20-mile radius from the store. (U.S. Air Force photo)

    Arnold AFB Commissary announces CLICK2GO delivery
  • The VA250 stock car will be on display at the Gossick Leadership Center at Arnold Air Force Base, Tenn., Sept. 10 from 3-7 p.m. The car will also be on display at the Hands-On Science Center in Tullahoma, Tenn., Sept. 11 from 1-6 p.m. Earlier this year, the VA250 stock car, built to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, achieved a speed of 253 miles per hour, setting the stock car land speed record. (Courtesy photo)

    Pit stop: VA250 stock car coming to Arnold AFB
  • Arnold Engineering Development Complex, in partnership with the Air Force Test Center, has established the AEDC Velocity Alliance, a strategic consortium designed to accelerate the sustainment, restoration and modernization of critical test infrastructure supporting the development of next-generation defense systems. (Courtesy Graphic)

    AEDC Velocity Alliance advances modernization for future test needs

  • This illustration shows how a dummy would be situated in the T-2 test cell of the Arnold Engineering Development Center Engine Test Facility for pilot clothing and equipment testing conducted in 1957. In June of that year, wind blast testing was performed in the tunnel to assess the impact of dynamic pressure on several configurations of flight gear. (U.S. Air Force image)

    AEDC at 75: Early test evaluates durability of pilot clothing, equipment
  • Safety officials at Arnold Engineering Development Complex share back-to-school safety tips to ensure a safe school year. Safety tips are offered to keep children safe as they commute, play and learn. (U.S. Air Force graphic by David Perry)

    Back-to-School Safety

Eglin - news

  • illustration of a dog wearing a cop uniform, holding a magnifying glass.

    ‘Fraud Dawg’ portal combats waste, abuse

  • Graphic titled “Request Air Force and Space Force Support” displaying three support categories: Public Affairs, Bands and Aerial Events, with accompanying images of service members and aircraft.

    Eglin standardizes public affairs requests through online portal

  • A 413th Flight Test Squadron UH-1 Huey lifts off from the flightline at Duke Field, Fla. The 413th FLTS provides developmental testing to rotary wing aircraft such as the UH-1, CV-22 and the C-130. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)

    Eglin Airmen mobilize for life-saving medical flight
  • Senior NCO exercise

    Forging new enlisted leaders
  • Daughter and Guardian pose in front of an award wall.

    Eglin Youth of the Year earns state semifinalist honors
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