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  • The first AIM-120 “AMRAAM” shot using the first USAF Post Block F-16 utilizing the new APG-83 AESA radar shot by Maj. Joseph “Rocket” Schenkel over the gulf near Eglin AFB, FL.

    Software innovations makes F-16 more capable

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – F-16 Operational Flight Program (OFP) M-series 7.2+ was released in April 2020 to more than 600 Block 40/42/50/52 F-16s delivering a wide range of new capabilities to the Fighting Falcon.    The $455 million program fielded major capability upgrades such as the Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radar
  • Civilians from the 437th Aerial Port Squadron position a Negatively Pressurized Conex prototype after its delivery to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 21, 2020. The NPC was rapidly developed and designed to fit inside both C-5 and C-17 aircraft to enable safe transport of up to 28 patients, as well as teams of medical professionals to medical facilities around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Drzazgowski)

    28th TES provides support for COVID-19 isolation container testing

    JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The 28th Test and Evaluation Squadron is providing essential test support on an isolation container prototype, known the Negative Pressure Conex (NPC), which is being evaluated for potential use as a transport module for individuals infected with the COVID-19 virus and other highly infectious diseases. Rapidly
  • A team from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s C-17 Program Office, 28th Test and Evaluation Squadron, and 437th Airlift Wing, conducted several interior airflow tests on a C-17 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. March 26-30. The tests were designed to collect data and gather information to characterize the C-17’s airflow and ventilation patterns. (Courtesy photo)

    AFLCMC led team conducts airflow test on C-17

    JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Members of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s C-17 Program Office located here, collaborated with a team from the 28th Test and Evaluation Squadron (TES), as well as the 437th Airlift Wing, to conduct several interior airflow tests on a C-17 aircraft at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. March 26-30.To support
  • HH-60 chamber testing

    Jolly Green II taken to extremes

    HH-60W enters intense heat, cold, wind and rain testing to prove the new aircraft’s sustainability in any operational environment.
  • A picture graphic depicting the COVID-19 virus strain.

    Coronavirus Disease: What you should know

    There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
  • A lab worker wearing blue gloves uses a needle to test cells.

    DOD Issues Flexible Instructions on Response to Coronavirus

    The Defense Department has issued instructions to the armed services and department heads on how to respond to the implications of the growing coronavirus outbreak.
  • Operation Rapid Forge continues at Spangdahlem

    Hill Fighter Weapons Squadron conducts evaluation exercise

    Communities surrounding Hill Air Force Base will notice increased flying beginning Monday and continuing through the week as Hill’s 86th Fighter Weapons Squadron conducts a weapons evaluation exercise.
  • The 17th Test Squadron is a space-focused operational test and evaluation unit that delivers validated warfighting capabilities and ensures an independent assessment of space systems' performance. The 17th TS is headquartered at Schriever Air Force Base and has detachments and operating locations spread throughout different bases. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Graphic)

    17th Test Squadron executes one of a kind mission

    The 17th Test Squadron enhances warfighter lethality and survivability through operational testing and evaluation of space capabilities to ensure space superiority. Though the 17th TS, headquartered here, has detachments and operating locations spread throughout different bases, its mission is unique.
  • Photo of HH-60G

    HH-60G, HC-130J fly over Nevada

    A HH-60G assigned to the 88th Test and Evaluation Squadron, 53rd Wing, flies back to Nellis Air Force Base after completing a test and training mission. The 88th TES, part of the CSAR Combined Test Force is responsible for all test, evaluation and tactics development for Combat Search and Rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt Savanah Bray)
  • photo of biological detection equipment

    From skies to seas: 28th TES supports US Navy OT in biological protection

    The 28th Test and Evaluation Squadron is supporting the operational test assessment of the U.S. Navy’s Enhanced Maritime Biological Protection System, new system to detect biological substances that could be harmful to the ship’s crew, such as anthrax. 
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