Tech Report: Air Force Prize Published Sept. 2, 2015 Air Force TV FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- The Air Force is energizing domestic research and development with a $2 million prize for a lightweight, fuel-efficient, small turbine engine. This innovative acquisition approach will advance the technologies needed to support the world's strongest Air Force.The Air Force Tech Report is a video series that airs every other week and gives viewers a quick look at current technology the Air Force uses to fly, fight and win.