April 25, 2014, ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. (AFNS) - Military and commercial aircraft engine developers rely on simulated altitude testing conducted at Arnold Engineering Development Complex's, or AEDC, engine test facility, or ETF for their research and development of engine capabilities. The condition of the test facility determines the quality of the test and there is an … [Read more...]

April 24, 2014, WASHINGTON (NNS) - The ongoing investigation into allegations of misconduct by the former commanding officer of the Navy's flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, has revealed additional detail about the inappropriate work environment that existed over two years ago. According to the investigation, Capt. Gregory McWherter, while serving as the … [Read more...]

April 23, 2014, WASHINGTON (AFNS) - Deborah Lee James, who took over as Secretary of the Air Force late last year, knows that sometimes life can throw a curveball. Educated at Duke and Columbia universities, James originally came to Washington, D.C., to join the State Department as a diplomat in the Foreign Service. When she wasn't selected for the position of her dreams, … [Read more...]

April 23, 2014, TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. (AFNS) - 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. General William L. Shelton spoke April 15, to members of the 38th Cyberspace Engineering Installation Group here. "If there ever was a … [Read more...]

April 22, 2014, MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. (AFNS) - As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a briefing was held April 18 here, to help educate Airmen on the impact of sexual assault across the service and the nation and how they can get involved in the fight to change the culture that supports it. Speaking during the briefing was Anne Munch, the owner of Anne Munch … [Read more...]