Aug. 7, 2023 A Journey of Resiliency: Edwards AFB team member accomplishes 1,500-mile solo kayak expedition In a remarkable display of determination and courage, Madison Eklund, a recreation assistant assigned to the 412 Force Support Squadron at Edwards AFB, has achieved an awe-inspiring feat of resilience by successfully completing a challenging 1,500-mile kayak journey. Setting off in May of 2022,
Aug. 1, 2023 Executive Order Changes How Military Handles Sexual Assaults The president signed an executive order that changes how some crimes — including sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse and murder — are handled within the military justice system.
July 31, 2023 Edwards AFB Hosts U.S. Air Force Weapons School Capstone Edwards AFB hosted the Air Force Weapons School capstone recently. Dozens of combat aircraft assigned to the Weapons School participated in the extensive training event. The Weapons School trains tactical experts and leaders to control and exploit air, space and cyber on behalf of the joint force.
July 31, 2023 Summer Emerald Flag draws largest crowd ever Goal of event is to connect different air, ground, sea, space and cyberspace systems to improve the speed and accessibility of information shared in a live and virtual battlefield.
July 25, 2023 AFMC Spark Tank open through Aug. 27 Air Force Materiel Command uniformed and civilian Airmen and Guardians are invited to submit their game-changing ideas now to compete in the AFMC Spark Tank: Integrated Capabilities Challenge, with the submission window open through Aug. 27.
July 20, 2023 Starbase Edwards Inspires Local Community Through STEM DoD STARBASE Edwards traveled to the Lancaster Community Center in Lancaster, California to host a STEM summer camp for off base students recently. STARBASE Edwards is a Department of Defense youth program designed to engage and immerse local Antelope Valley students in the world of science,
July 13, 2023 Range group launches new mission control room New facility supports major weapons acquisition program testing
July 10, 2023 Team Edwards Conducts Female Flyover for National Women's Soccer League Team Edwards sent a female crew from the 412th Operations Group to conduct a special flyover for the National Women's Soccer League at PayPal Park July 9 in San Jose, California.
July 10, 2023 Air Force delays some PCSs, bonuses Higher-than-projected personnel costs are driving a shortfall in FY23 military personnel appropriation. This will have temporary consequences for PCSs, SRBs, and aviation bonuses.