News

Oct. 3, 2018
Thomas Tredici’s dual oaths, extensive service make him fitting USAFSAM exemplar

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Before he was a renowned ophthalmologist, even before he attended medical school, Col. (Dr.) Thomas J. Tredici was a bomber pilot in World War II, flying 20 combat missions over Germany between November 1944 and June 1945.Influenced by his interactions with
Oct. 2, 2018
New Air Force method of producing optical materials reduces cost, improves performance

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Optical material manufacturers now have the opportunity to license a game-changing production method for doped solid optical materials.Developed by Drs. Gary Cook and Ronald Stites of the Sensors Directorate at the Air Force Research Laboratory, the new method
Oct. 2, 2018
Air Force expands use of express licensing

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force is increasing the number of technologies available through its express licensing process, providing a quicker and more efficient way for partners to begin product development. “Express licensing is a streamlined collaboration platform where the
Oct. 2, 2018
Wright-Patt hosts Cleveland Cavaliers Wine and Gold scrimmage

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Cleveland Cavaliers put on a show for the Airmen at Wright-Patt bringing their annual Wine and Gold Scrimmage game here on Sunday, Sept. 30. Set up in one of the hangars at the 445th Airlift Wing, more than a thousand Airmen and their family members had
Oct. 1, 2018
Kickoff event celebrates new AFRL Center of Excellence at Carnegie Mellon University

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - The Air Force Research Laboratory’s 711th Human Performance Wing hosted a kick-off event Sept. 28 to celebrate a new University Center of Excellence at Carnegie Mellon University in the research area of trusted human-machine teaming. The event included team
Oct. 1, 2018
Robotics key to medical Airmen recruitment, retention, readiness

With surgical robots becoming the standard of care across many specialties, the Air Force Medical Service is keeping up with the latest advancements to provide the best patient care and maintain Airman readiness.
Oct. 1, 2018
‘Show Some Love’ campaign about to kick off with Charity Fair Oct. 3

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The annual celebratory Charity Fair and Campaign Kickoff supporting the Combined Federal Campaign, Dayton District, is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 3 at Wright State University’s Nutter Center. The kickoff is open to all Department of Defense,
Oct. 1, 2018
AFRL team looks to solve fatigue issues for C-5 crew members

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- An aircraft seat may seem inconsequential, but when a simple seat can enhance the safety and well-being of a flight crew, it can be a very big deal.Researchers from the Air Force Research Laboratory Materials and Manufacturing Directorate are leading a design
Oct. 1, 2018
Wright-Patt to take part in wounded warrior softball exhibitions

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team will play two exhibition games Oct. 13 at Ron Nischwitz Baseball Stadium at Wright State University. Game 1 starts at 9 a.m. and will pit WWAST against military and first responder all-stars from Wright-Patterson Air
Oct. 1, 2018
Focus Week registration open for courses being offered Oct. 22-26

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Registration for the final Focus Week of 2018, scheduled for Oct. 22-26 at the 88th Air Base Wing, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, will continue from now until the day before each course is held. The October Focus Week is focused on performance improvement