NEWS

Dec. 6, 2022
Aerodynamic technologies for mobility aircraft promise high return on investment

As part of its effort to increase readiness and capability, the Air Force is working to introduce aerodynamic technologies on mobility aircraft to improve airflow, reduce maintenance issues, increase payload capability, and decrease fuel demand.
Nov. 30, 2022
Department of the Air Force announces Spark Tank 2023 semifinalists

The sixth annual Spark Tank 2023, or ST23, quarterfinals were held Nov. 9, 2022, at the Basic Research Innovation and Collaboration Center in Arlington, Virginia, with the top 15 ideas selected to advance to semifinals.
Oct. 17, 2022
Eglin's warehouse of future an AFMC Spark Tank finalist

With strong competition from over 20 innovative Airmen submissions turned to five semi-finalists, the Air Force Materiel Command named its 2023 Spark Tank finalists, Oct. 6.
Sept. 8, 2022
Acquisition innovation pilot program helps personnel blaze a new trail

Airmen from the Digital and the Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence and Networks Directorates here are part of a new acquisition innovation pilot program, which kicked off in Boston Sept. 7.
Aug. 24, 2022
Innovative ‘Match Game’ returns at I/ITSEC 2022

For the second year in a row, Air Force training units looking for new, innovative solutions to meet their training needs may find their answer in a game designed by the Simulators Division Innovation team for the Industry/Interservice Training Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC).
Aug. 2, 2022
Banshee partners celebrate sixth cohort and alumni successes

The sixth iteration of the Banshee Innovation Training program culminated in a virtual wrap-up event featuring a cohort challenge statement showcase Aug. 1.
Aug. 1, 2022
Patrick SFB joins Eglin and Langley AFB to host BRAVO Hackathon

More than 140 American citizens from four countries descended upon Patrick Space Force Base for the BRAVO 1 Canary Release Hackathon July 18 – 22.
June 21, 2022
AFMC releases $8 million towards accelerating change, innovation

The funded projects support ongoing AFMC We Need efforts with an emphasis on technology, innovation, talent management and infrastructure across the mission.
June 13, 2022
Air Force, Space Force hackathon applications close June 17

A hackathon is an innovation and software development event commonly employed by technology companies, in which teams self-form and urgently develop working prototypes that are later presented to senior leaders.
May 3, 2022
Simulators Division opens new Sims Holodeck

The Simulators Division opened a new Innovation Lab called the “ Sims Holodeck” on May 3 as a space to explore, innovate, and prototype the next generation of training technology.