NEWS

Jan. 19, 2024
Air Force Tests Ejection Seat Drogue Chute for T-7A Red Hawk

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Mobility and Training Aircraft Directorate successfully tested the ACES 5 Escape System Drogue chute that will go on the T-7A Red Hawk trainer aircraft.
Jan. 18, 2024
Forging bonds, building resilience: The evolution of the AFMC Connect initiative

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - Forget sterile briefings and cookie-cutter training programs. The Air Force Materiel Command takes a bold approach to its most valuable asset: its people.The AFMC Connect is a ground-up initiative reshaping workplace culture to focus on unity, resilience and
Jan. 18, 2024
Lt Gen Donna Shipton assumes command of AFLCMC

Lt Gen Donna Shipton assumes command of AFLCMC. She becomes the first woman to hold the position.
Jan. 5, 2024
AFMC Sponsorship Program supports uniformed, civilian Airmen

The Air Force Materiel Command is revitalizing its expanded command sponsorship program to better support the transition of both uniformed and civilian Airmen into organizational units.
Dec. 8, 2023
Retiring K9 Defender is a ‘Good Boy’

Ddesmond retires after successful military career.
Dec. 5, 2023
Celebrate Safely this Holiday Season – Drink Responsibly

Operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol can have real life consequences, particularly during the holidays when there are more drivers on the road, many of them heading to or from celebrations.
Nov. 30, 2023
Hanscom AFB Safety Team receives two MAJCOM awards for significant safety improvements

The 66th Air Base Group Safety Team recently received Air Force Materiel Command level awards, including the AFMC Chief of Safety Outstanding Achievement Award and the AFMC Safety Civilian Professional of the Year Award.
Nov. 22, 2023
Tinker Talks Podcast: Silver Star Recipient, Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame Inductee, William "Pete" Piazza

Tinker Talks celebrates veterans this year with a podcast honoring the service of Pete Piazza. Piazza served three tours in Vietnam. During his second tour, then-Staff Sgt. Piazza was NCO in Charge of the 3rd Security Police Squadron’s “C” Flight Security Resupply Team at Bien Hoa Air Base, near
Nov. 16, 2023
New initiatives continue to drive civilian talent acquisition changes across command

Continued evaluation of current policies and cross-component partnerships are enabling ongoing processes improvements to drive down timelines and find talent needed to execute AFMC’s mission.
Nov. 15, 2023
Virtual Spouse and Family Forum focuses on resiliency, mental health

The Air Force Materiel Command hosted a virtual Spouse and Family Forum, Nov. 9. The forum focused on mental health and resilience, and featured panelists from across the Department of the Air Force to help individuals understand and navigate the diverse resources available for support.