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Sept. 25, 2023
Emerging Technologies Integrated Test Force Takes Delivery of First eVTOL Aircraft

Joby Aviation, Inc. officially delivered its first experimental electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to the Air Force during a ceremony held at Edwards Air Force Base, California, Sept. 25. The ceremony showcased the unique multi-party collaboration between private industry, AFWERX, the
Sept. 22, 2023
President nominates 28th under secretary of the Air Force

Melissa Dalton was nominated as under secretary of the Air Force by President Joe Biden Sept. 21.
Sept. 22, 2023
DAF childcare fees amended following DOD policy change

The Department of the Air Force is set to amend childcare fees, effective Dec. 31, in keeping with the new Department of Defense Program Fee Policy for school year 2023-2024.
Sept. 19, 2023
September is Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month which seeks to raise awareness of suicide and educate on how to seek help or help others who may show signs of being suicidal. There are many assumptions and taboos around suicide, but it is important to understand that every person is different.
Sept. 18, 2023
AFMC Airmen secure slots in intermediate, senior developmental education

Air Force Materiel Command Airmen excelled in this year’s Intermediate and Senior Developmental Education application cycle, securing more than 100 slots in competitive officer development programs.
Sept. 18, 2023
AFMC Civilians secure Academic Year 24 development opportunities

Air Force Materiel Command civilians exceled this year’s Civilian Development program selection cycle, with 598 individuals selected for education and growth opportunities in Academic Year 24.
Sept. 15, 2023
412th Test Wing Hosts First-Ever Data Analysis Tool Summit

The 412th Test Wing hosted a new type of first: the Data Analysis Tool Summit on Edwards Air Force Base, California, Sept. 12-13.
Sept. 11, 2023
Richardson highlights AFMC’s integral role in next-gen bomber program during AFA keynote

Using the acquisition and fielding of the Air Force’s newest bomber as a backdrop, Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Air Force Materiel Command Commander, emphasized the critical role the organization maintains in outpacing and deterring the People’s Republic of China in a high-profile address, Sept. 11.
Sept. 5, 2023
ETFC: Developing future test & evaluation leaders

The U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base, California, graduated its Enlisted Test Fundamentals Course on August 25. Though taught shortly in 2012 and 2018, a sustainable course idea was rebirthed in 2019 and came to fruition in 2021 as the Enlisted Test Professionals Course has
Aug. 30, 2023
Air Force, Army Battle Labs work with DARPA on ASTARTE, new C2 capability

The 805th Combat Training Squadron’s Shadow Operations Center-Nellis, also known as the U.S. Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System Battle Lab, recently experimented with joint partners that helped evolve a new joint airspace management and joint fires capability at Nellis Air Force Base,

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