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8 May 2014
DDR design poised to serve as open systems architecture pathfinder
The Air Force's Dismount Detection Radar, or DDR, pod underwent its first test flight above the Mojave Airport Civilian Flight Test Center in California, April 22.
6 May 2014
Tablet technology to aid maintenance Airmen
A 10-member pilot test team assigned to Air Combat Command’s directorate of logistics set up shop at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., April 28, to work with 20th Maintenance Group Airmen testing the use of iPads to view maintenance technical orders.
5 May 2014
Academy beats Army, Navy as most innovative
An Air Force Academy team bested the two other service academies in the first competition to design the most innovative project to address warfighter challenges. Sponsored by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, the research-driven competition featured three teams from USAFA, the U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy.
29 Apr 2014
Legacy airframe and modern technology CONECT
Air Force Global Strike Command took delivery of a significantly enhanced Boeing B-52H Stratofortress in a ceremony here, April 25.
25 Apr 2014
Dyess AFB receives first C-130J simulator
Dyess Air Force Base's new C-130J simulator ups annual training requirements by 88 percent tailored to maximize benefits for individual crews.
24 Apr 2014
Engine test facility upgrade improves exhaust handling efficiency
There is an ongoing upgrade project for two of the intercoolers that aid in handling engine exhaust in the C-Plant Exhaust System at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex's engine test facility.
22 Apr 2014
Space Command leader calls for innovation amid budget cuts
Innovation and cost-saving ideas will help ensure the Air Force keeps its warfighting readiness despite significant, ongoing budget cuts, said the commander of Air Force Space Command.
17 Apr 2014
Air Force cadets take 2nd place in NSA cyber exercise
The Air Force Academy took second place at the conclusion of the 14th annual National Security Administration inter-service Cyber Defense Exercise, or CDX, here April 8 - 11.
17 Apr 2014
Air Force researchers test Google Glass for battlefield use
Researchers with the 711th Human Performance Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, are looking to make missions for Airmen a whole lot lighter and faster by testing Google Glass and its head-mounted optical see-through display technology, for potential battlefield use.
15 Apr 2014
21st Space Wing reaches inspection milestone
The 21st Space Wing is the first active duty or Reserve wing in the Air Force to fully implement the Air Force Inspection System, or AFIS.
11 Apr 2014
DOD, AF science and technology leaders testify before Senate
Kevin Gooder, the program integration division chief of the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for science, technology and engineering, testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee’s subcommittee on emerging threats and capabilities April 8.
11 Apr 2014
45th Space Wing launches NRO Satellite on board Atlas V
The 45th Space Wing successfully launched a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket from Space Launch Complex 41 here at 1:45 p.m. April 10 carrying a classified national security payload.
8 Apr 2014
Missile delivery marks milestone for Armament Directorate
The Armament Directorate celebrated a milestone with the delivery of the first production lot of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile Extended Range missiles to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, last month.
7 Apr 2014
AF Reserve space squadron temporarily assumes command of nation's weather satellites
In a lead up to the recent launch of America's 19th Defense Meteorological Satellite Program, or DMSP, spacecraft, Air Force Reservists here took full command and control of the nation's inventory of weather satellites across the globe.
7 Apr 2014
Space superiority remains vital to national security
Gen. William Shelton, Air Force Space Command commander, highlighted a successful satellite launch to the House Armed Services Committee’s subcommittee on strategic forces during a budget hearing for national security space activities, April 3.
2 Apr 2014
Cyberspace milestone reached for Air Force Network
Air Force Network Integration Center members at Scott Air Force Base, Ill., Monday completed the migration of all user accounts onto the Air Force Network.
27 Mar 2014
Air Force looks to cost-effective technologies to sustain future operations
Focused and balanced investments in science and technology programs across the services were at the center of discussions during a hearing before the House Armed Services Committee’s subcommittee on Intelligence, Emerging Threat and Capabilities on Capitol Hill, March 26.
27 Mar 2014
First US military woman in space reveals secrets of success
From becoming the first military woman in space to commanding a Numbered Air Force, Lt. Gen. Susan Helms, former 14th Air Force commander, revealed the secrets of her success to the men and women of Buckley Air Force Base during a Women's History Month address March 21.
7 Mar 2014
DOD official discusses nuclear deterrence in Congress
The Defense Department's nuclear deterrent is the ultimate protection for the United States while also assuring distant allies of their security against regional aggression, a senior Pentagon official told Congress March 7.
24 Feb 2014
Shelton announces new space situational awareness satellite program
The commander of Air Force Space Command announced a new satellite program during a speech about the importance of space and cyberspace at the Air Force Association Air Warfare Symposium and Technology exposition, Feb. 21, here.General William Shelton told the audience about the new Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program with two

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RT @SecAFOfficial: Senior leaders, including SecAF Kendall, visited #TaskForceLiberty where active duty, Guard & Reserve service members ar…

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