Tyndall AFB answers CSAF’s Call for Change amidst Great Power Competition
TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, his spouse Gina, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Tyndall Air Force Base, April 25, to speak with Airmen and witness firsthand the strides made in response to the imperative Case for Change initiative.While visiting, Allvin and Flosi voiced a [...]
AF Week in Photos
This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force. To view all Week in Photos collections, click here.
Spaceport America, Middle Rio Grande Economic Development Association Put Pen to Paper on MOU
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (Thursday, April 25, 2024) – The Middle Rio Grande Economic Development Association (MRGEDA) and Spaceport America today signed a Memorandum of Understanding, formalizing a new collaboration between the two organizations. This partnership will bolster the connections between Spaceport America and three counties in central New Mexico –Sierra, Socorro, and Valencia – in […] The post Spaceport America, [...]
Space weather requires our attention now more than ever
Solar Cycle 25 is about to hit its peak, making this an important time to increase space weather monitoring. The post Space weather requires our attention now more than ever appeared first on SpaceNews.
Space Force opens bidding for classified communications satellites
The Evolved Strategic Satcom satellites are for command and control of U.S. nuclear forces The post Space Force opens bidding for classified communications satellites appeared first on SpaceNews.
Agile Space lands propulsion contract for U.S. Space Force mission
The company was selected by True Anomaly to power a maneuvering spacecraft to be built for the Space Force’s Victus Haze mission The post Agile Space lands propulsion contract for U.S. Space Force mission appeared first on SpaceNews.
Commercial space station module developer Gravitics wins Space Force contract
Gravitics, a startup developing modules for commercial space stations, will use its technologies for tactically responsive space applications for the U.S. Space Force. The post Commercial space station module developer Gravitics wins Space Force contract appeared first on SpaceNews.
Starliner crewed test flight passes key review
The first crewed flight of Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft is a step closer to launch after completing a major pre-launch review April 25. The post Starliner crewed test flight passes key review appeared first on SpaceNews.
Space startup True Anomaly cuts workforce
The layoffs come just weeks after an unsuccessful debut mission for True Anomaly’s Jackal spacecraft launched to low Earth orbit The post Space startup True Anomaly cuts workforce appeared first on SpaceNews.
China’s Shenzhou-18 crew arrive at Tiangong space station
China’s three Shenzhou-18 mission astronauts arrived at the Tiangong space station Thursday following launch from Jiuquan spaceport. The post China’s Shenzhou-18 crew arrive at Tiangong space station appeared first on SpaceNews.
Administrative Professionals Spotlight: Gerri Tennyson, Defense Programs
How do you support NNSA? My official title is Management Analyst. I have served as an administrative professional for the Office of Systems Engineering and Integration in NNSA’s Office of Defense Programs for the past three years. I on-board new staff, organize meetings, and handle the logistical needs for staff, but I am above all a problem-solver for the team.What is [...]
The potential impacts of climate change on NNSA’s work
Earth Day presents an opportunity to reflect on the relationship between our dynamic planet and the critical work that the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) does every day to advance national security. The 2023 Strategic Outlook Initiative (SOI) report was commissioned by NNSA’s Office of Policy and Strategic Planning. It makes clear that taking action now on climate change will produce [...]
Arab-American History Month Spotlight: Saadi Al Saadi Bu’alaq, Nuclear Materials Information Program
What led you to a career in nuclear security?My family’s journey and the sacrifices instilled in me a strong sense of gratitude towards the United States, motivating me to pursue a career where I could protect and serve the nation. I developed a keen interest in the intricacies of global safety and the pivotal role nuclear security plays within it [...]
Air Force to begin accepting warrant officer applications
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- The Air Force is now accepting applications, from April 25 to May 31, for Airmen aspiring to become the inaugural cohort of warrant officers in the information technology and cyber career fields.Plans to re-introduce warrant officers to the Air Force was announced by Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall at the Air and Space Forces [...]
Nicaragua signs up to China’s ILRS moon program
Nicaragua has joined the ILRS moon base program as China continues its push to attract partners for the project. The post Nicaragua signs up to China’s ILRS moon program appeared first on SpaceNews.