NEWS

April 22, 2022
DEAMS script averts legacy file failure

When Microsoft announced earlier this year that legacy Microsoft Office files would block from operating on Air Force computers, many users took it in stride. However, members of the Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System recognized the change could have a significant and potentially
April 21, 2022
Air Force tests oxygen system for T-7 Red Hawk

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Mobility and Training Aircraft Directorate, is currently testing the On-Board Oxygen Generation System (OBOGS) that will go on the T-7 Red Hawk trainer.
April 1, 2022
Thinking outside the mailbox: Robins first base to get Intelligent Lockers

What started out as an Airman’s innovative idea to help his wingmen is now a reality at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia.The installation held a ribbon cutting ceremony March 30 for its recently installed Intelligent Lockers, giving the Airmen at the dormitories a centralized location to receive their
Jan. 18, 2022
Pitch It program simplifies engagement with Hanscom organizations

The Hanscom Innovation Team has developed a unique program to streamline engagement with industry and encourage cross-collaboration among Hanscom organizations.
Nov. 30, 2021
AF to field new bladder relief device, working toward “suite of options”

The Air Force is slated to receive the first shipment of the Omni Gen. 3 Skydrate, an improved in-flight bladder relief device, early next month. The Air Force recognized that current devices were not optimized for long-duration sorties, and as a result, aircrew were routinely dehydrating themselves
Oct. 27, 2021
Hanscom acquisition professionals recognized by Air Force

In October, the Department of the Air Force recognized multiple Hanscom-based teams and individuals for excellence in acquisition, test and evaluation, and software development.
Sept. 22, 2021
AFMC announces MAJCOM Spark Tank semifinalists

The Air Force Materiel Command has selected five semifinalists from more than 100 submissions to the command-wide 2022 Spark Tank competition.
Sept. 10, 2021
Hanscom workshop to highlight software testing

To inform the Hanscom-area acquisition workforce about test efforts and capabilities, the 96th Cyberspace Test Group, Detachment 1, located here, will host a virtual test workshop Sept. 29 beginning at 1 p.m.
Aug. 26, 2021
Airman brings industry experience to EITaaS mission

A Hanscom AFB program manager is using his recent Education with Industry experience to bring a new perspective and innovative skills to a critical Air Force mission.
July 19, 2021
Simulators Division looking to “match” problems and solutions with a game

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).