Sam Denison, a senior software developer at the 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron at Barksdale AFB, La., installs a beyond line of sight communications system, called IRIS, into a B-52 at Barksdale AFB, La., June 22, 2022. The 49th TES conducted the first aerial demonstration of the IRIS system while the 608th Air Operations Center monitored and assess the data, voice and … [Read more...]
Air Force Selects Future Aircrew Helmet
JUNE 27, 2022 - The Air Force selected LIFT Airborne Technologies to continue with prototype development of a new helmet for Air Force fixed-wing aircrew. The helmet prototype was chosen after Air Combat Command initiated the search for a next-generation helmet to address issues with long-term neck and back injuries, optimize aircraft technology, improve pilot longevity, and … [Read more...]
Air Guard F-16s Get New AESA Radar
JUNE 24, 2022 - More than 70 F-16 Fighting Falcons across 12 Air National Guard units are now flying with the new active electronically scanned array radar that will allow pilots to detect, target, identify, and engage across a spectrum of threats at longer ranges and react with greater precision. The AESA reinforces the viability of the F-16 to execute its homeland defense … [Read more...]
Air Force Releases $8 Million Towards Accelerating Change
JUNE 22, 2022 - The Air Force Materiel Command has released $8 million in support of multiple innovation initiatives across the enterprise. The funded projects support ongoing AFMC We Need efforts with an emphasis on technology, innovation, talent management and infrastructure across the mission. “All of the projects that were funded have a direct impact on our Airmen,” … [Read more...]
Air Force Incorporates JADO Principles Into PME Courses
JUNE 21, 2022 - The 705th Training Squadron, Hurlburt Field, Florida, recently hosted visitors from Air University to review the former Multi-domain Warfare Officer, or 13O, training program to determine the best place to integrate operational planning instruction throughout various levels of the U.S. Air Force’s Professional Military Education system. Dr. Jeff Reilly and … [Read more...]