Dr. Danhong H. Huang

Dr. Danhong H. Huang (Space Vehicles), is a pioneer in the research of quantum device physics. His expertise in theoretical semiconductor physics has led to breakthroughs in space sensor technologies that will reduce the size and cost of satellite sensor systems and enhance obscured target detection, continuous all weather monitoring and chemical/biological weapons detection. Dr. Huang was one of two people to develop a physical model for understanding the possible photoluminescence cooling of a lattice in semiconductors.

Dr. Ron Kaspi

Dr. Ron Kaspi (Directed Energy), is a senior research scientist who leads a team in molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) of semiconductor structures for compact mid-infrared lasers. His research group has been recognized as an AFOSR Star Team for four consecutive three-year terms, and his research protects United States Air Force assets from surface-to-air and air-to-air infrared-tracking missiles.

Tattoo wind damage

The main stage for Freedom's Call Tattoo remained standing but suffered enough damage it could not be safely repaired in time to continue the show. (Air Force photo by Ben Strasser)

Tattoo wind damage

A small tent collapsed completely. (Air Force photo by Ben Strasser)

HG Award

Master Sgt. Mark Lyle (center) and his team performing the 88th Air Base Wing monthly retreat ceremony. This ceremony is held as a reminder of the importance of our flag, and in honor of all Airmen serving in the U.S. and abroad. (Courtesy Photo)

88 ABW Change of Command

Col. Cassie B. Barlow will succeed Col. Amanda W. Gladney as Commander of the 88th Air Base Wing in a ceremony July 17.

Colonel Timothy Lawrence

Colonel Timothy Lawrence

AFIT Graduation

Dr. Todd Stewart presents his first degree as AFIT director and chancellor to Capt. Lyall J. Di Trapani. (photo by Niki Jahns)

Sensors can detect and monitor cracks, such as the one pictured. (AFRL photo)

AFRL engineers are learning more about technologies that could one day detect aircraft damage in real time, detecting cracks such as the one above using sensors, (AFRL photo)

Sensors detect and monitor crack growth in airport component parts. (AFRL photo)

During the Rapid Structural Health Monitoring Designs for Structural Hot Spots testing, AFRL engineers used sensors such as the ones shown to detect and monitor crack growth in a test article. Studying the ability to detect these cracks will help researchers move closer toward a fieldable Structural Health Monitoring system for real-time damage detection on aircraft. (AFRL photo)

Brig. Gen. Timothy T. Jex

Brig. Gen. Timothy T. Jex, Commander, 711th Human Performance Wing

Pet Therapy

Several members of the Miami Valley Pet Therapy Group recently participated in the Heroes Welcoming Hereoes at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. They included Pam Killingsworth with Rocky, Sandy Goodwin with Sophie, Wendy Cridlebaugh with Shaylee, Candy Carlson with Lucky and Karen Parsons with Jake.

Senior Airman Cassandra Pittman sings America the Beautiful

Senior Airman Cassandra Pittman from the 178th Air National Guard sings America the Beautiful in front of the Wright-Patterson AFB Honor Guard during half time at the Dayton Dutch Lions Wright-Patterson AFB Appreciation Night, May 26, 2012, at Miami Valley Hospital Stadium. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ted Theopolos).

Colonel Eric Fester and new AF recruit

Standing in front of the Wright-Patterson AFB Honor Guard, Col. Eric Fester from Wright-Patt Medical Center swears-in a new Air Force recruit during half time at the Dayton Dutch Lions Wright-Patterson AFB Appreciation Night, May 26, 2012, at Miami Valley Hospital Stadium. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ted Theopolos).

Coin Toss

Colonel Eric Fester, Chief of Surgical Administrative Services at Wright-Patt Medical Center, prepares to for the coin toss at the Dayton Dutch Lions Wright-Patterson AFB Appreciation Night, May 26, 2012, at Miami Valley Hospital Stadium. The Lions hosted the Rochester Rhinos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ted Theopolos).

Singer Senior Airman Cassandra Pittman

Senior Airman Cassandra Pittman from the 178th Air National Guard sings the National Anthem at the Dayton Dutch Lions Wright-Patterson AFB Appreciation Night on May 26, 2012, at Miami Valley Hospital Stadium at Beavercreek High School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ted Theopolos).

Hypersonic International Flight Research Experimentation

The Hypersonic International Flight Research Experimentation Program (HIFiRE) launches an experimental hypersonic scramjet vehicle from the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Hawaii during a recent research flight. The program is a joint effort between Air Force Research Laboratory, NASA and Australia’s Defence Science and Technology Organisation aimed at exploring the fundamental technologies needed to achieve practical hypersonic flight. (courtesy image)

Wright-Patt Exercise

Staff Sgt. Daniel Thorton (right), 88th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Bioenvironmental Engineering Flight, assists Staff Sgt. David Miller in donning a Level C Protective Suit during a hazardous material incident response exercise May 2. The scenario involved response to an attack with an improvised radiological disbursal device and resulted in extended lockdown of base gates during Force Protection Condition FPCON Delta. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ben Strasser)

Marathon seeking volunteers

Volunteers pass out registration packets at the Marathon Expo at the Nutter Center. Marathon officials estimate 2000 volunteers will be needed to support the three-day event this year.

C-17 Globemaster III

DAYTON, Ohio --The C-17 Globemaster III makes it's final flight on the morning of Wednesday the 25th of April to the National Museum of the United States Air Force. The Globemaster III has been a test aircraft and a Hollywood Star. The aircraft appeared in country superstar, Toby Keith's Emmy Award winning production of "American Soldier". It has also appeared in five motion pictures: "Transformers", "Iron Man", "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen", "Iron Man", "Iron Man 2" and "Superman: Man of Steel." (U.S. Air Force Photo by Michelle Gigante)

The Doolittle Tokyo Raiders

DAYTON, Ohio --The National Museum of the United States Air Force hosts a reunion on 17 April 2011 for the brave men, who took off from an aircraft carrier for a top secret mission to bomb Japan. Achieving the unimaginable on 18 April 1942, these men, led by Lt. Col. James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle, came to be known as the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. The public had the opportunity to celebrate the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders as the World War II aviation heroes commemorated the 70th anniversary of the raid on Japan at a memorial service on 18 April 2012. The 20 vintage B-25 bombers were scheduled to take-off and perform a fly-by during the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ben Strasser)

Doolittle Tokyo Raiders

DAYTON, Ohio --The National Museum of the United States Air Force hosts a reunion on 17 April 2011 for the brave men, who took off from an aircraft carrier for a top secret mission to bomb Japan. Achieving the unimaginable on 18 April 1942, these men, led by Lt. Col. James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle, came to be known as the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. The public had the opportunity to celebrate the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders as the World War II aviation heroes commemorated the 70th anniversary of the raid on Japan at a memorial service on 18 April 2012. The 20 vintage B-25 bombers were scheduled to take-off and perform a fly-by during the ceremony. Four of the five surviving Raiders watched the fly over at the NMUSAF. From left to right are: Maj. Thomas C. Griffin, Navigator on No. 9, Staff Sgt. David J. Thatcher, Engineer-Gunner of No. 7, Lt. Col. Richard E. Cole, Co-pilot of No. 1 and Lt. Col. Edward J. Saylor, Engineer-Gunner of No. 15. Lt. Col. Robert L. Hite, co-pilot of No. 16, was not attending the reunion due to health reasons. The gentleman on the far right is C.V. Glines, Curator of the Doolittle library. (Air Force photo by Ben Strasser)

You Are a Cyber Defender!

You Are a Cyber Defender!

Dr. Mark Cucuzzella

Dr. Mark Cucuzzella, dressed in black, speaks with runners at a clinic he hosted on Wright-Patterson AFB last year. This year, Dr. Cucuzzella, is offering two clinics at shopping centers in Kettering and Troy. (Air Force photo)