412th MXS lands new boss

Air Force photograph by Chris Neill Col. Robert Weaver, 412th Maintenance Group commander, hands the 412th Maintenance Squadron guidon to Margaret Fleming in a change of leadership ceremony held in Hangar 1600 June 7. Fleming takes over for Tye Lockard who moved on to a new position in Arizona. Fleming comes to the 412th MXS…

NASA flights target how pollution, storms, climate mix

NASA photograph by Lori Losey NASA’s DC-8 flying laboratory will carry a team of scientists and their sensors for the Studies of Emissions, Atmospheric Composition, Clouds and Climate Coupling by Regional Surveys (SEAC4RS) campaign. SEAC4RS will investigate how pollution and natural emissions affect atmospheric NASA aircraft will take to the skies over the southern United…

Air Force photograph by Senior Airman Steele C.G. Britton

Edwards Exchange transitioning to Rip-Stop Airman Battle Uniform

As the Air Force transitions from the Airman Battle Uniform to the Rip-Stop Airman Battle Uniform (RABU), the Army & Air Force Exchange Service will no longer be able to order the ABU once the Defense Logistics Agency's stock is depleted and will sell only the RABU.

Edwards AFB Exchange celebrates Arby’s grand opening

Air Force photograph by Jet Fabara Left to right: Lt. Col. Matthew Wallace, 412th Mission Support Group, deputy group commander; Aleeza Griffin, Arby’s manager; the Edwards Queens; and Mike Wiles, Edwards Exchange general manager, take part in the Arbyís grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony June 10, 2013. Edwards AFB Exchange had their ribbon cutting…

‘Man of Steel’ dazzles Team Edwards moviegoers

Some lucky Team Edwards members were treated to a free prescreening of Warner Brothers' "Man of Steel" June 8 at the Lancaster, Calif., Cinemark 22.

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Thank you and best wishes

Posted January 25, 2013

Fellow Airmen, This week I will retire from active duty after more than 30 years of service. Before I do that, I want to express my sincere appreciation for all you do one more time. Today’s Air Force is an incredible institution. The amazing things you get done every day are a testament to the…

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Safety tips for winter fires

Posted January 25, 2013

More fires occur during the winter months than at any other time. Fortunately, taking simple precautions can prevent most fires. Follow the safety tips below to help ensure your safety

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AFMC outlines near-term budgetary guidance

Posted January 25, 2013

The budgetary uncertainties currently facing the Department of Defense, combined with a projected $1.8 billion shortfall in Air Force funding for overseas contingency operations, require prudent steps to mitigate budget execution risks, according to Gen. Janet Wolfenbarger, Air Force Materiel Command commander. “Based on guidance received last week from Headquarters Air Force, my intent is…

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Edwards receives kudos from AFMC IG following CUI

Posted January 25, 2013

The 412th Test Wing and base tenants excelled during this recent Consolidated Unit Inspection, which lasted from Jan. 7 to 22. This was the first major inspection just months after Air Force Materiel Command’s major reorganization, with kudos of congratulations and a job well done from the AFMC Inspector General. The January inspection involved all…

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Edwards AFB, NASA Dryden Honor Dr. Martin Luther King

Posted January 25, 2013

Employees of Edwards Air Force Base and NASA's Dryden Flight Research Center joined together to honor the memory of the late civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a memorial observance and a parade Jan. 17.

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EAFB men’s varsity basketball team goes undefeated

Posted January 25, 2013

Courtesy photograph The Edwards men’s varsity basketball team once again showed why they are a force to be reckoned with during a weekend basketball tournament, Jan. 19 and 20, hosted at Twentynine Palms, Calif. The team finished with a 5-0 record, beating both varsity teams from Twentynine Palms and Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., for…

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Announcements – January 25, 2013

Posted January 25, 2013

Aero Club 320 Jones Road, South Base, Bldg 320, (661) 275-AERO Learn to Fly: The sky is the limit at the Edwards AFB Aero Club. Experience the thrill of piloting an aircraft. Your local Aero Club provides many stages of flight training, from your first introductory flight through solo, then on to private, commercial and instructors’…

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News Briefs January 18, 2013

Posted January 18, 2013

Commissary closed The Edwards Commissary will be closed Jan. 21 in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Edwards varsity softball tryouts Tryouts for the 2013 Edwards Varsity Softball season will be noon-3 p.m., Jan. 19 and 1-3 p.m., Jan. 20 at the softball field by the Rosburg Fitness Center. All personnel associated with Edwards,…

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Physical fitness: Struggle between mind, body, pain

Posted January 18, 2013

Losing weight isn’t easy. It took almost five months to accomplish my goal of losing 40 pounds. I am physically average, but mentally I am tough. To lose the weight, I motivated myself after I experienced a humiliating personal setback. I was serving in a position my old eating habits did not support. In June…

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Cerro Coso Community College new hours

Posted January 25, 2013

Cerro Coso Community College has new on-base office hours to better serve you! The office is open 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m.-noon, Fridays. For more information, contact the new campus manager Kristin Hanle at the office, or call (661) 258-8644.

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412th MXS lands new boss

NASA flights target how pollution, storms, climate mix

Edwards Exchange transitioning to Rip-Stop Airman Battle Uniform

Edwards AFB Exchange celebrates Arby’s grand opening

‘Man of Steel’ dazzles Team Edwards moviegoers

Thank you and best wishes

Safety tips for winter fires

AFMC outlines near-term budgetary guidance

Edwards receives kudos from AFMC IG following CUI

Edwards AFB, NASA Dryden Honor Dr. Martin Luther King

EAFB men’s varsity basketball team goes undefeated

Announcements – January 25, 2013

News Briefs January 18, 2013

Physical fitness: Struggle between mind, body, pain

Cerro Coso Community College new hours

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