• Air Force to develop F-16 ‘digital twin’

    The U.S. Air Force plans to make a digital replica of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, in an effort to improve the sustainment and modernization of F-16s operating around the world.

  • Support networks bolster resiliency during stressful holidays

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio -- The holidays are a time of fellowship and joy for most, but for some it can be a very challenging time of year.  Add to those challenges, the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases could make it even more difficult to meet and host traditional celebrations.  That could leave

  • New first sergeant has passion for helping people

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio -- Senior Master Sgt. Elise Phillips is the new first sergeant for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center.  In the Air Force, first sergeant isn’t a rank but a special duty designation for a senior NCO entrusted by the commander to ensure the enlisted force of the

  • Hill AFB units reattach wings on repurposed F-35

    Units at Hill Air Force Base recently collaborated to reattach the wings of a damaged F-35A Lightning II aircraft repurposed as a maintenance trainer and test bed for developing new Aircraft Battle Damage Repair (ABDR) procedures and technologies. The aircraft referred to as AF-27 was condemned

  • Morris charts future course for AFLCMC

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – “I think what makes our team great is we have a very good shared set of values in the Air Force core values.  Those are foundational for me personally in how I live my life and how I try to lead and I think for most of our folks they are foundational in how they