‘Disruptive renovation’: Airman fitness vital amid COVID-19 pandemic
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According to the American College of Sports Medicine, regular physical activity can help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. Also, moderately intense physical activity is associated with better immune function.
AFRL, associates improve processes for fabricating aircraft engine inlet ducts
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Part of the Air Force 2030 Science and Technology strategy includes the deployment of low cost unmanned aerial systems in mass to assist in future near-peer engagements. To realize this vision, new manufacturing strategies need to be identified which can support the rapid manufacturing of high quality aerospace components at costs that are lower than what are currently available using legacy manufacturing processes.
Accident report released on fatal parachute jump
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Staff Sgt. Adam K. Erickson, a Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape, or SERE, specialist with the 412th Operations Support Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base, California, sustained non-survivable injuries during the training jump in conjunction with his official duties as a member of the Test Parachutist Program.
AF WEEK IN PHOTOS
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This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
57th OG, ATG merge functions, streamlines mission readiness
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In a modest ceremony March 31, the 57th Adversary Tactics Group merged with the 57th Operations Group, placing both group functions under the leadership of one commander.
Special Instruments Training course instructors 3D-print medical supplies
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Instructors got the idea from Air Force Quarantine University, a public Facebook group for innovative learners to connect during the COVID-19 crisis, where they saw other organizations modeling and printing these supplies.
Air Force, Boeing agree on final KC-46 RVS 2.0 design
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RVS 2.0 will include 4K color cameras with proper viewing geometry, operator stations with larger screens, a laser ranger for refueling aircraft distance measurement and boom assistance augmented reality. With the help of scientists and engineers from both enterprises, the Air Force will lead design reviews and approve specifications to drive the partnership toward initial fielding in 2023.
School of Aerospace Medicine trains teams to treat, transport COVID-19 patients
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The TIS is an infectious disease containment unit designed to minimize risk to aircrew and medical attendants, while allowing in-flight medical care for patients afflicted by contagions like COVID-19. The TIS represents an important tool in Air Mobility Command’s COVID-19 response to safely transport patients afflicted by the virus.
355th wing sustains CSAR capabilities
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The exercise, organized by the 563rd and 355th Operations Support Squadrons, included assets from different agencies and units across the wing.
Air Force releases grooming, fitness guidance during COVID-19
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In a message to Airmen March 31, Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services, explained installation commanders have the authority to adjust standards as needed, while also encouraging Airmen to maintain grooming and fitness standards to the greatest extent possible.