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Volume 61, Number 33

March 8, 2013

Airfield Management emphasizes runway safety

by Cherie Head 412th Operations Support Squadron

Hazardous Air Traffic Report and Controlled Movement Area violations are a growing problem for both the Air Force and the Federal Aviation Administration.

“Edwards has been fortunate that no one has been injured or killed and we have not had any aircraft damaged over the years, but being lucky isn’t good enough, because at some point, luck will run out. It’s not a matter of if, but when something more serious may happen” said Master Sgt. William DeAngel, 412th Operations Support Squadron deputy airfield manager.

The controlled movement area is defined as any portion of the airfield requiring aircraft, vehicles and pedestrians to obtain specific Air Traffic Control approval for access.

At Edwards, the CMA includes all Runways, Helipads and Rogers and Rosamond Lakebeds.

“A CMA or runway incursion occurs anytime an aircraft, vehicle, or pedestrian enters the CMA without specific approval from Air Traffic Control. The Air Force directs additional communications training for

anyone working in the CMA to ensure proper phraseology is used when talking to the tower,” added DeAngel. “If CMA access is a mission requirement, and proper training is completed, the individual’s Air Force Form 483 Competency Card will be stamped.”

As for the penalties, DeAngel said airfield violations will immediately result in the individual losing their airfield driving privileges.

“The 412th OSS commander is responsible for vehicle operations on the airfield and each unit commander, director, division chief and contract manager is responsible for ensuring that the absolute minimum number of drivers are authorized to drive on the airfield to accomplish their mission,” DeAngel said.

“Penalties depend on the number of offenses the individual has had at Edwards.”

The Edwards airfield driving program instruction currently lists the following penalties: First offense – 30 days suspension and re-training; Second offense – 60 days suspension and re-training; and Third offense – permanent revocation of airfield driving privileges on Edwards.

“Assumptions have no place within the See FLIGHTLINE, Page 3

Air Force photograph by Jet Fabara

Master Sgt. William DeAngel, 412th Operations Support Squadron deputy airfield manager, demonstrates the proper way of contacting the air traffic control tower for clearance to drive on the airfield runway while waiting on the runway hold line March 5 at Edwards Air Force Base.

Test Pilot School modernizes Systems curriculum

by Laura Mowry Staff writer Training the next generation of flight test professionals is not a responsibility the United States Air Force Test Pilot School takes lightly; and as weapon systems become increasingly complex, the school is modernizing the curriculum to more accurately represent future technological trends of the Air Force.

Throughout the remaining calendar year, the school is updating its curriculum to keep the students and the Air Force on the leading edge of technology, which means integrating cyber and space components into an already intensive year-long master’s program.

“Cyber and space has been institutionalized

at the Air Force level and it is also part of the Air Force Test Center mission statement. As an Air Force-level school and a member of the AFTC, the school ought to be tracking with those mission statements. Our mission statement is growing to incorporate this and our curriculum also needs to,” said Col. Lawrence M. Hoffman, USAF TPS commandant.

While the curriculum is divided up into four phases of academics (Performance, Flying Qualities, Systems and Test Management), the school is focusing on modernizing the Systems phase; which includes human factors, remotelypiloted aircraft, electro-optics, electronic warfare, avionics systems integration and data link systems See TPS, Page 5 Air Force photograph by Laura Mowry

Randy Kelly, United States Air Force Test Pilot School Systems master instructor, demonstrates a lesson to members of the school’s 12B class. Throughout the remaining calendar year, the school will modernize its curriculum to keep the students and the Air Force on the leading edge of technology. For TPS, that means integrating cyber and space into an already intensive year-long master’s program.

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NASA using DC-8 to study effects of alternate biofuel on engine performance, emmissions.

FLTG commander visits Edwards.

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Pets looking for new homes.

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Commentary When did your leadership light bulb come on? not about you, it’s about us. Dave, you are one of my select few.” I was stunned and really didn’t know how to respond.

He went on to say, “You are going to be a chief someday and In November 1992, a new chief master sergeant was as- I will be in your ear to congratulate you.” signed to my squadron. It caught all of our units’ Airmen by A few months later, I was selected for instructor duty and surprise that the new chief decided to move into the office on my last day in the unit, I went into his office. adjacent to the bathrooms when there were much better locaI asked, “Chief, since I’m leaving can you please tell me tions behind “the glass doors.” how you have developed such a great memory? You know One early afternoon, I walked into the bathroom and on everything about everybody!” my way back the chief asked me to come into his office He responded, “Since you will be a fellow chief in the to talk. He proceeded to ask me about my life, my family, future ... here’s my hopes and goals. the secret,” and he He challenged how I was pursuing my goals Showing that level of concern and interest in all of pulled out a Rolodex. You see, every and continued on to instruct me on how my his people, that lit my leadership light bulb. I want time an Airman decisions could and would go into the would affect my future and strive to be that chief. bathroom the chief service. The chief rewould review their vectored me on a few Rolodex card and of my developmental when they were choices and ended the conversation with “We WILL be do- heading back to their work area he would stop them, give ing this again!” them a summary of their last conversation and ask for upAs the chief exclaimed, this became a pattern. dates. When they were done and they departed he would Over the next year or so, he would stop me on my way update their card (in pencil) and wait for the next meeting. back from my break for updates. The chief amazed me with Showing that level of concern and interest in all of his his precise recollection of all of the events in my life. He people, that lit my leadership light bulb. I want and strive knew names, dates, progresses and shortfalls. to be that chief.

Shortly after my selection to staff sergeant, he called me One final note: The day I was informed that I had been into his office and said, “Dave, I am going to let you in on a selected for chief (14 years after his retirement), my cell little secret. I keep a close eye on all of my people and try to phone rang and at the other end of the line was my chief. He steer any and all who will listen on a professional development path, but I have a select few that I feel a vested interest in that said, “I told you this would happen. Now remember, it’s not I feel will go onto great things. The key is ... they get that it’s about you, it’s about us!”

by Chief Master Sgt. David Dock Peterson AFB, Colo.

Commander’s Action Line email: speak2cc@edwards.af.mil (661) 277-7325 The Commander’s Action Line gives all Airmen, retirees, families and community members a direct link to Brig. Gen. Michael Brewer, 412th Test Wing commander. The Action Line can be used to express constructive points of view on the policies and procedures of the base; discuss safety and security issues; and address problems, concerns, or suggestions after traditional methods have been exhausted.

The Commander’s Action Line should not be the first action taken to resolve an issue.

Those seeking a remedy to a problem should first follow the chain of command and take up the matter with the office of primary responsibility, supervisors, first sergeants or commanders.

Action Line queries may be submitted by sending an e-mail to speak2cc@edwards. af.mil with Commander’s Action Line as the subject heading or by calling (661) 277-7325.

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Action Line discussions that are deemed beneficial for the community at large will be published on the Web and the next available edition of the Desert Wings. Submissions may be edited for grammar and length.

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Briefs 2013 Caring for People Forum canceled As we are all aware, we are operating under significant budgetary constraints through the duration of a continuing resolution, made more complex through possible impending sequestration actions. Per senior leader guidance, due to budget issues Headquarters Air Force nor Air Force Materiel Command will hold a 2013 Caring for People Forum.

Therefore, the 2013 Edwards Community Caring for People Forum is CANCELED. In keeping with the tradition of Caring for People, there will be a future Town Hall Meeting scheduled in which Edwards specific issues can be addressed. For concerns or questions, contact the Community Support Coordinator, Nancy Koch-Castillo at (661) 277-6711.

Edwards AFAF campaign

The Air Force Assistance Fund campaign for Edwards will be held March 25 through May 3. As a reminder, no other fundraising is to occur during the AFAF campaign.

The Edwards project officers for this year are 1st Lt. Carlos Rojas at (619) 277-6829 and 2nd Lt. Ryan Bush at (619) 275-4718.

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Controlled Movement Area,” said DeAngel. “Either you know you have permission from the tower to be in the CMA or you don’t. If in doubt, ask. If you still have doubts, ask again.”

“This may seem excessive, but we ask everyone to consider the latter and to be safe when operating within the CMA,” added DeAngel. “We’re using this time to remind everyone to know your procedures, your location and your surroundings. Reducing the number of CMA violations and incursions is a prime focus, but more importantly – we’d like to see everyone back at work tomorrow. If we work as a team, we can all make Edwards a safe and enjoyable place to work.”

For those who are already certified to drive on the flightline, DeAngel said an-

nual refresher training is still required for all airfield drivers prior to the expiration date listed on their AF Form 483; and should ADPMs require more information about airfield driving procedures or training, they should contact Airfield Management at (661) 277-3808.

Controlled Movement Area tips for safe flightline driving Things to remember when operating on the airfield, and specifically, in the Controlled Movement Area: 1. Be Alert – Aircraft have the right of way over all but emergency vehicles.

2. Use proper phraseology over the radio – Do NOT use “Clear”, “Cleared”, “Clearing” or “Go Ahead” over the radio.

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Remember the correct phraseology for the airfield is not the same as talking on a CB Radio.

3. Know where you are at all times – CMA incursions often occur because the individual thought they were somewhere else on the airfield.

4. Ensure your credentials are up-to-date prior to proceeding on the airfield (AF Form 1199, AF Form 483, and Vehicle Passes, etc.). A large RED and WHITE sign is posted on the right side of the gate entering the airfield which identifies the proper credentials.

5. Know to whom the tower is talking to – do not assume you have been granted permission, if in doubt - ask the tower.

‘Spring’ forward!

Desert Junior Senior High School is hosting a career fair March 29. If you are interested in presenting information about your career, and speaking with the 9-12th graders on this special day, contact Karen Lawhon, Academic Adviser, to receive an application no later than March 15.

Lawhon can be reached via email at klawhon@muroc.k12.ca.us, or by phone at (661) 258-4411, Ext. 143. For more information, contact Christy McCoy, School Liaison Officer, at (661) 2773210.

Daylight Savings Time begins March 10 at 2 a.m. Be sure to set your clocks one hour forward!

Design a T-shirt for Sexual Assault Awareness

The Sexual Assault Prevention and See BRIEFS, Page 4

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Response Office promotes prevention and awareness of sexual assault in many ways, through briefings, education and training, printed handouts as well as promotional items. Have you ever wondered how you can help spread the message about prevention?

April is nationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the SAPRO has many events during the month as well as throughout the year. In preparation for SAAM, you can help design a T-shirt with a message about awareness and/or prevention of sexual assaults to be displayed on the installation.

March 18-20 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Community Oasis Center Meeting Room (off the dining area), we will provide the paints to design a T-Shirt with a message of awareness or prevention and hope to survivors of sexual assault. Bring your own T-Shirt, it can be any color but must be PLAIN (no other slogans, mottos pictures.) All sizes adult, adolescent and children T-Shirts can be used as anyone can be a victim of sexual assault.

For more information, contact Kim Shirley kimberly. shirley@edwards.af.mil, (661) 277-7272 OR Katelin Sprague Katelin.sprague@edwards.af.mil (661) 2774988.

Women’s History Month social In honor of Women’s History Month, there will be a Social at the Edwards Air Force Flight Test Museum 3-4:30 p.m., March. This event will feature a panel of guest speakers, tea and light snacks. For more information, call MSgt. Destiny Clawson at (661) 277-2366.

Tehachapi Relay For Life Teams are now forming for the 2013 Tehachapi Relay For Life, July 13-14. Teams from the Tehachapi area and Edwards Air Force Base are already beginning to plan and raise funds for cancer research and patient services.

The next meeting for team captains and committee chairs will be held March 14 at Carden School Auditorium in Tehachapi. Team captain meeting will open at 5 p.m., with the regular meeting at 6 p.m. Committee meeting begins at 7 p.m. The time is now to form a team.

For more information, contact Team Captain Chair Tracy Lankin (661) 805-5210 or Event Chair Duana Pera at (661) 972-7595.

Purgatory Vodka and similar products Women’s History Month Luncheon The Women’s History Month Luncheon is 11:30 a.m., march 19 at Club Muroc.

You have been sent an E-Invitation for the following event recognizing The theme of the luncheon is “Women Inspiring Innovation Through Imagination,” and the guest speaker is Lt. Col. Kathryn Hughes, 412th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander. RSVP no later than March 16.

To view the invitation please go to https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim. cfmi=144333&k=0365460A7854.

For more information, call Master Sgt. Shawna Wesley at (661) 277-2052.

The product Purgatory Vodka is made with hemp seed and is being sold in exchanges around the Air Force. Edwards establishments do not stock this Item. However, as this item is commercially available, base officials want to ensure everyone is aware of the following information.

The ingestion of products containing, or derived from hemp seeds, or hemp seed oil, is prohibited IAW AFI 44-121, IC 2001-1. Studies have shown that products made with hemp seed, and hemp seed oil, may contain varying levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This is an active ingredient of marijuana which is detectable under the Air Force Drug Testing Program.Failure to comply with the prohibition on the ingestion of such products is a violation of Article 92 of the UCMJ.

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For more information, contact Kim Strong at (661) 277-4598 (kimberley.strong@edwards.af.mil); Rodney Cruse at (661) 275-9002 (rodney.cruse@edwards.af.mil); or Bill Grahn at (661) 275-9296 (bill.grahn@edwards. af.mil).

Logistics/Supply Ballroom closed The Logistics/Supply Ballroom located in Bldg. 3735 is currently unavailable due to renovations. The estimated time-frame is six to nine months. For questions contact Betty A. Nakashige at (661) 277-2710.

Leave carry-over extended Airmen with more than 60 days of leave at the beginning of next fiscal year may be able to carry it into the next fiscal year thanks to a provision in the Fiscal Year 2013 National Defense Authorization Act. The provision extends the maximum leave carryover of 75 days through Sept. 30, 2015, according to Senior Master Sgt. Kreig Cressione, the Air Force Personnel Center Special Programs Branch Chief.

For information about the military leave program and other personnel issues, visit the myPers website at https://mypers.af.mil.

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TPS, from 1 to ensure students are adequately prepared for the highly-integrated world of test and evaluation.

“For our Systems phase, the biggest change will be cyber and space elements. All of the aircraft we fly today have a cyber ‘brain’ comprised of millions of lines of computer code. Understanding the ones and zeros and lines of computer code that run these aircraft is absolutely necessary if you want to test the aircraft,” said Hoffman.

“If something bad happens to the computer code, it’s almost like you’ve taken battle damage. The aircraft or the system may not operate the way you expect it to,” he added. “Coupled with this is the dependency on space layer for guidance, navigation, control, communications and data link. All of our modern weapon systems link up through space. If something or someone interferes with your space links it could have the same damaging effects. We must prepare students to test our modern aircraft and systems for these possibilities.”

The rapid advancement of technology puts increased pressure on the school to expand the curriculum to incorporate forecasted technological trends of the Air Force and Department of Defense, better serving the warfighter.

The TPS faculty is reducing redundancies in the curriculum to make room for the cyber and space elements, which are a top priority for the school.

“Technology is multiplying so quickly that we no longer have the time to talk about the changes in technology in class. We only have a year to get the students through. There’s a lot more material coming in and we don’t have the time to talk about it. We need to go back and get rid of the redundancies to get more time available to teach students about the new technology that’s more state of the art,” said Randy Kelly, the school’s Systems master instructor.

The modernization effort will be the first time the school has committed to a top-down approach of developing a cutting edge curriculum with cyber and space integrated throughout the 48 weeks.

“When I went through the school in 1985, there was no formal systems curriculum. There were stand-alone pieces on radars and some stuff on instrumentation, electronic warfare, and a little bit about inertial navigation systems. Over the past 10 to 15 years, we’ve included more and more, but we have never sat down and asked

how we need to teach systems from a top-down, let’s build it from scratch approach,” said Kelly.

“This is the first time we’ve really examined what the students need to know who are going to work in the combined test forces and serve the warfighter and take that and build it into an integrated package,” he continued.

Working with Kelly to develop a leading edge curriculum for the school is Kristofer Peterson, who recently joined the school as a civilian instructor. Peterson, who graduated in 2009 from the school, has been gaining valuable test experience on the F-22 Raptor as a flight test engineer with the 411th Flight Test Squadron since graduation.

“The idea is to bring a constant influx of test expertise back into the school. After graduation I worked with 411th for three years and the objective is to bring relevant, current test experience back to the

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school to apply what we’ve learned and fit it into the curriculum,” said Peterson.

It is that experience that will ensure the school’s curriculum accurately represents current test and evaluation trends. His expertise will help shape the future of the school’s curriculum and see to it that TPS remains on the leading edge of technology.

“It’s very rewarding when you look at all the work going on at Edwards and throughout Air Force Materiel Command; some of the biggest impact can be made at TPS,” said Peterson. “You have approximately 48 operators roll through here each year and they are the professionals going to mold the Air Force’s systems of the future.”

While the complete update to the Systems curriculum will take a year or more, significant improvements are being implemented along the way and many will be in place by the end of the year.

AFMC to implement sequestration cuts, analyze impacts As a result of sequestration taking effect on March 1, the Air Force is expected to absorb more than $12 billion in reductions this fiscal year while simultaneously working to mitigate an overseas contingency operations funding shortfall and operating under a highly restrictive continuing resolution.

Air Force Materiel Command convened a task force this week to implement reductions and analyze mission impacts to the command based on guidance received from Headquarters Air Force, according to AFMC officials.

Now that sequestration has occurred, the command will take actions to include the following: • Prepare to implement a furlough of civilian employees of up to 22 days between April and September • Cancel all temporary duty travel unless directed by the AFMC commander or specifically approved in the Air Force guidance • Reduce weapon systems sustainment and testing • Implement major reductions in spending across all ap-

propriations, Working Capital Funds and other reimbursable programs • Cancel air shows, flyovers and demonstration • Reduce non-mission critical education and training. Exceptions include long-term professional military education, pre-command training, Chief of Staff of the Air Force-mandated training, initial and pre-deployment expeditionary skills training, and functional skills training required by law These actions follow steps announced in January to save money, such as implementing a temporary civilian hiring freeze, releasing non-mission critical term and temporary employees, cancelling non-mission critical travel, limiting supply purchases, reducing some service contracts, and postponing non-emergency facility sustainment. These previously-announced actions will continue through the end of the fiscal year.

As updated information becomes available, it will be posted on a special AFMC sequestration website at http://www. afmc.af.mil/sequestration.asp.

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AFIT systems, logistics school coming soon The Air Force Institute of Technology’s School of Systems and Logistics (AFIT/LS) is pleased to announce AFIT’s upcoming offering of SYS 208 at Edwards Air Force Base.

Course Overview This live course explains the Air Force LCRM process to help effectively manage risk and exploit opportunities throughout a program’s life cycle within regulations and guidance (e.g. AFI 63101). During the course, the Air Force five step risk management process is discussed, along with tools and techniques associated with each step. Numerous exercises are used throughout to enhance student understanding of the material. Some top-level topics covered include: • Risk Management Planning – planning strategies, sample Risk Management Plan (RMP) formats, development and training of a risk team, and identifying resources to implement an RMP • Risk Identification – sources of risk, risk events, writing risk statements, and tools/techniques to brainstorm risks (e.g. Rqmts Analysis, Affinity Diagram, AF SEAM, RI3, Cause Mapping, etc.)

• Risk Analysis – estimating likelihood and consequence, analysis techniques such as Monte Carlo simulation, a “SME calibration” exercise, probabilistic assessments, and reporting risk on the AF standardized 5x5 matrix • Risk Handling – risk handling op-

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management software package, Active Risk Manager, is also discussed.

tions, evaluating handling options, and contingency planning • Risk Tracking – selecting effective measures and metrics, types of measures and metrics, how to evaluate data (such as technical performance charts), reporting results (burn-down charts, PoPS, etc.), and making decisions based on reported metrics/measures There is a capstone exercise at the end of the course that has the students apply the entire risk management process using a real-world acquisition program example. The Air Force’s mandated risk

Course Request and Registration Visit AFIT Now at https://www.atrrs. army.mil/channels/afitnow/ to register for the class.

Class Information DATE: March 26 to 28 LOCATION: Building 2461 Room D PREREQUISITE: None, although SYS 118, Introduction to Life Cycle Risk Management is highly recommended. (Online 5-CLP course)

Point of Contact Course Director: Richard Sugarman, DSN 785-7777, Ext. 3247, or e-mail richard.sugarman@afit.edu Training Administration Team: DSN 785-7777, Ext. 3164, e-mail afit. lscoursemanagers@afit.edu

Target Audience The course is targeted for anyone involved in new acquisitions, sustainment

AFMC launches surplus supply site Air Force Materiel Command has launched a “Unit-Purchased Supplies Efficiency” site to help the command manage surplus supplies and equipment.

All AFMC employees have access to the site – an Enterprise Information Management/SharePoint site – and they can post a listing of any excess supplies they have in their units. Similarly, employees can check for available supplies or equipment, sorted by location, to “shop” for what they need. The idea is to create savings by repurposing supplies.

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are available — at no cost,” said Eddie Robinson, a change management specialist in the Program Integration & Business Operations Branch. “This is an AFMC consolidated site, so people can sort and view items by base. It allows for easy redistribution of supplies, which will help since so many offices don’t have much funding for supplies or equipment.”

To learn more about the site or to get a direct link, contact your unit’s Government Purchase Card holder, equipment custodian or facility manager, or call (937) 904-0025 (DSN 674-0025).

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Edwards Air Force Base Driver Speeding & Privilege Suspension Tracker The 412th Security Forces Squadron issued 9 speeding citations and processed 1 base driving suspension from Feb. 25 through March 3, 2013.

Below is a breakdown of the violations: 9 speeding violations cited for MPH over posted speed limit 01 – 10 11 – 15 16 – 20 21 – 24 25+ - 0-7-1-0-11 new driver with suspended privileges (new) 10 days 15 days 30 days 90 days -0-

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44 drivers whose base-driving privileges are suspended (total) 15 days 30 days 365 days 730 days 1,095 days (one year) (two years) (three years) -1-0-37-5-1Per AFI 31-218 and EAFBI 31-280, a DD Form 1408 Armed Forces traffic tickets (no-fine) are issued to military members and civilians driving a Government Owned Vehicle. Military members receiving 1408s are subject to Uniform Code of Military Justice action. A DD Form 1805 U.S. District Court Violation (a fine) is issued to all civilians, dependents, and retirees. If issued an 1805, violators may be required to be present at Magistrate Court in Bakersfield, California; receive traffic violation points against their state-issued driver’s license, and potentially receive suspension of on-base driving privileges.

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NASA begins flight research campaign using alternate jet fuel PALMDALE, Calif. — NASA researchers have begun a series of flights using the agency’s DC-8 flying laboratory to study the effects of alternate biofuel on engine performance, emissions and aircraft-generated contrails at altitude.

The Alternative Fuel Effects on Contrails and Cruise Emissions (ACCESS) research involves flying the DC-8 as high as 40,000 feet while an instrumented NASA HU-25 Falcon aircraft trails behind at distances ranging from 300 feet to more than 10 miles.

“We believe this study will improve

NASA photograph by Eddie Winstead

Puffy white exhaust contrails stream from the engines of NASA’s DC-8 flying laboratory in this photo taken from an HU-25 Falcon flying in trail about 30 feet behind the DC-8. Instruments on the Falcon were measuring the chemical contents of the exhaust contrails at varying distances from the DC-8, which was using both standard JP8 jet fuel and a mix of JP-8 and a plant-derived biofuel.

understanding of contrails formation and quantify potential benefits of renewable alternate fuels in terms of aviation’s impact on the environment,” said Ruben Del Rosario, manager of NASA’s Fixed Wing Project.

ACCESS flight operations are being staged from NASA’s Dryden Aircraft Operations Facility in Palmdale, Calif., and are

taking place mostly within restricted airspace over Edwards Air Force Base, Calif.

During the flights, the DC-8’s four CFM56 engines are powered by conventional JP-8 jet fuel, or a 50-50 blend of JP-8 and an alternative fuel of hydroprocessed esters and fatty acids that comes from camelina plants.

More than a dozen instruments mounted

on the Falcon jet characterize the soot and gases streaming from the DC-8, monitor the way exhaust plumes change in composition as they mix with air, and investigate the role emissions play in contrail formation.

Also, if weather conditions permit, the Falcon jet will trail commercial aircraft flying in the Southern California region, in coordination with air traffic controllers, to survey the exhaust emissions from a safe distance of 10 miles.

The flight campaign began Feb. 28 and is expected to take as long as three weeks to complete.

ACCESS follows a pair of Alternative Aviation Fuel Experiment studies conducted in 2009 and 2011 in which ground-based instruments measured the DC-8’s exhaust emissions as the aircraft burned alternative fuels while parked on the ramp at the Palmdale facility.

A second phase of ACCESS flights is planned for 2014. It will capitalize on lessons learned from the 2013 flights and include a more extensive set of measurements.

The ACCESS study is a joint project involving researchers at Dryden, NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland and NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Va. The Fixed Wing Project within the Fundamental Aeronautics Program of NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate manages ACCESS. NASA photograph by Lori Losey

Flying some 500 feet behind NASA’s DC-8 flying laboratory, NASA Langley’s heavily instrumented HU-25 Falcon measures chemical components of the exhaust streaming from the DC-8’s engines burning a 50/50 mix of conventional jet fuel and a plant-based biofuel during the 2013 ACCESS biofuels flight tests.

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413th FLTG commander tours Edwards Left: Col. Jerry Byars (left), 413th Flight Test Group commander, and Brig. Gen. Arnold Bunch Jr., Air Force Test Center commander, prepare to step to their aircraft. Byars was here to give Bunch his T-38 check ride March 5, 2013. Byars was also here to visit with reservists from the 370th Flight Test Squadron who are assigned under his command to Edwards. The 413th FLTG is an Air Force Reserve unit located at Robins Air Force Base, Ga., which performs functional check flights, acceptance check flights and test support missions. The Group commands, operationally and administratively, six geographically separated units across the continental United States.

Air Force photographs by Jet Fabara

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Flight testers work towards compatible growth with commercial spectrum demands

by Laura Mowry Staff writer In 1963, Don Thomson, an early instrumentation engineer at Edwards was quoted saying, “a good performance and flying qualities engineer isn’t worth his salt if he needs more than 50 parameters for a single engine aircraft.”

Fast forward 50 years and flight test for the single-engine F-35 Lightning II routinely includes up to 250,000 parameters.

At the time, we could not imagine how complex weapon systems would become, nor could we anticipate the massive amounts of data that would be measured and transmitted when conducting present-day flight test.

Aeronautical telemetry, which allows data to be measured and transmitted wirelessly from remote locations, plays a critical role in executing flight test. It is also used for atmospheric research, satellite communication and space launch vehicle monitoring - all requiring radio frequency (RF) communications.

“We use RF wireless telemetry here at Edwards to collect data from airplanes and transmitting it to the control rooms,” said Tim Chalfant, Chief of Instrumentation for the 412th Test Engineering Group. “We have been using RF telemetry to safely and efficiently conduct flight test since the early 1960’s. Before that we used other forms of telemetry, including the pilot’s voice-over radio, which was much more limited than what we use today.”

For the flight test community, telemetry allows testing to be completed safely and efficiently, keeping costs down and greatly benefiting the warfighter.

“All the data that flows from the airplane to the antenna to the control room moves very quickly through a certain RF frequencies. One airplane will be on one frequency while another airplane is on a different frequency. It’s just like different cars listening to different radio stations. They can’t all be on the same frequency because they would interfere with each other,” said Doyle Janzen, 412th Range Squadron director.

“We take up a certain amount of spectrum; just like in your car when you tune into your radio station. You may tune to one center frequency but the radio station signal deviates the

frequency based on the music signal to occupy a channel. It’s not just one precise frequency; it’s a bandwidth of frequencies ,” he ad ded. “The s ame principle applies to our telemetry. Faster data requires a wider occupied bandwidth. Each band we use, like AM or FM on your radio has a fixed bandwidth capacity. This limits the number of airplanes that can fly at a particular time.”

While the technology was developed and introduced during the 1960’s, the amount of data recorded and transmitted continues to increase each year.

With technological advancement and increases in system complexity requiring more data faster, the demand for available spectrum will continue to rise.

“Back in the early 1960’s we used very low data rates. We were maybe talking about a dozen parameters, which could be anything we measure from temperature to pressure or an event. We only had a handful of parameters because of the technology we were testing and the technique we were using to transmit data over the RF link. Since then, data rates h a v e g r o w n ex p o n e n t i al l y , ” said Chalfant.

Today, in addition to growing data rates, the telemetry frequency bands used for flight test are increasingly sought for personal communication with wireless web devices and cellular telephones, as well as digital audio and video broadcast.

“Back in the 1970s the only thing I can recall having that operated wirelessly was maybe a garage door opener. Today, everything is wireless. Back then, all this spectrum was available and here at Edwards we were using it without a care in the world. The question now becomes, what do we do when we don’t have enough frequencies anymore? This is an issue that is important to the future of flight test,” said Janzen.

As the world becomes more

and more connected and dependent on wireless technologies; aeronautical telemetry bands, currently operating at capacity in several regions, are increasingly threatened by the interference from emerging commercial interests.

They are committed to increasing efficiency, relocating users and sharing technologies to address the need for more telemetry and more wireless capacities in a fixed spectrum environment.

Edwards’ personnel also

That means the potential for an increase in mission delays or cancellations due to lack of available spectrum, which ultimately could lead to program delays and an increase in costs and unexpected risks.

According to Chalfant, more than 30 percent of the manned aeronautical telemetry spectrum has been auctioned by the Federal Communications Commission to commercial entities.

With a finite amount of spectrum available the aeronautical community must become more resourceful and efficient to safely conduct flight test. It is a continuous, yet constantly evolving battle.

Fortunately, planning for the future is something that members from the Instrumentation Division and the 412th Range Squadron have made a top priority. Since the 1990’s Edwards has provided subject matter experts who have participated in efforts locally, domestically, and internationally to battle spectrum encroachment.

They have teamed up with additional personnel from the Air Force and sister services, as well as agencies such as NASA, to work with the Department of Defense, FCC, Congress, and the wireless industry to protect flight test telemetering while addressing the ever expanding need for commercial wireless technology.

work with the Department of State and commercial interests to address this issue internationally. That includes participating in the World Radiocommunication Conference, during which representatives from 189 nations meet every three years to address the allocation and assignments of wireless services.

Representatives from Edwards, like Chalfant, remain active in awareness and outreach throughout the world as they are committed to finding a solution for accommodating the expanding commercial interests while preserving available spectrum for telemetering.

Finding a political solution is only half of the battle; besides protecting the telemetry spectrum they must work to increase efficiency, accommodating the increasing need for capacity. Personnel from the 412th Instrumentation Division and 412th Range Squadron are working with the DOD Test Resource Management Center to develop a real-time telemetry network that maximizes telemetering efficiency.

The system is called iNet, integrated Network Enhanced Telemetry, and it will revolutionize the way flight test is conducted.

Currently, there is only a one-way flow of data transmitted from the airplane to the

control room where flight test professionals monitor the mission.

“Today, when an airplane is flying in our airspace, it is sending all this data down; from the moment the pilot taxis and turns everything on to the when he returns to the chocks. But, during testing a maneuver may last only 30 to 60 seconds where you want all that data. You don’t need all that data when you’re not testing, for example when the airplane goes off to a tanker to refuel,” said Janzen. iNet would allow those in the control room to choose when and how much data is recorded and transmitted during the mission. Eventually the technology could even link multiple aircraft on the same network.

“This technology will allow you on the ground to control how much data comes down.

It’s almost like you’re plugged into the internet with the airplane. The control room can say we’re done testing for a few minutes; the airplane recognizes the command and only sends small amounts of data in a standby mode until you’re ready to resume testing,” said Janzen.

“Once you’re set up for the next test point the control room can crank up the data flow. It’s this bidirectional control of how much spectrum is being used during the flight that will allow us to become much more efficient,” he added.

Portions of the iNet technology are being used right now at Edwards with full development and implementation expected to be complete in about 10 years. iNET will not only allow flight testers to move more data in the same spectrum, but it will provide the capability to change the data flow to meet mission requirements. It is a force multiplier in safety, efficiency and effectiveness for the future of flight test.

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Exchange offers 60” TVs in ‘March Madness Sweepstakes’ The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is teaming with Unilever/NCAA to offer Exchange shoppers a jump on the big tournament with a new 60” LG TV in the “March Madness Sweepstakes.”

Exchange shoppers worldwide have the opportunity to enter the drawing between March 8 and April 8, 2013. No purchase is necessary for each of six grand prize winners to receive one 60” LG high-definition television.

“The Exchange will award $15,000 worth of merchandise through the 2013 ‘March Madness Sweepstakes,’” said the Exchange’s Senior Enlisted Adviser Chief Master Sgt. Tony Pearson. “With just a few moments of their time, shoppers could potentially win big.”

Participants can visit a local Exchange store to fill out one entry form per person per visit. Entrants must be 18 years or older with a valid ID and need not be present to win. All authorized Exchange shoppers are eligible to participate. Store hours and locations are listed online via www.shopmyexchange.com.

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Coming soon: Academic Year 2014 Civilian Developmental Education Call Air Force Personnel Center has sent out an Academic Year 2014 Civilian Developmental Education Call “heads up” that the program information is expected to be released sometime in March.

Once AFPC releases the CDE call, the Education and Training Office will send out guidance to all base civilians ensuring that our customers are well advised and know how, when, and where to find the CDE application information. We will provide assistance with navigating the AFPC website, providing face-to-face briefings, briefs at commander calls, staff meetings, and help to commanders.

Civilians can go onto the Force Development section of your myPers on the AFPC website to review the general guidance on preparing an effective civilian developmental education package and much more.

Again, this is only a “head’s up” as the call has not been announced yet.

AFPC Website: https://gum-crm.csd.disa.mil/app/categories/ p/1%2C2/c/549.

The Education and Training Center POC is Beth Hodge at (661) 277-6072, or e-mail at elizabeth.hodge@edwards.af.mil.

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Aero Club 320 Jones Road, South Base, Bldg 320, (661) 275-AERO Learn to Fly: The sky is the limit at the Edwards AFB Aero Club. Experience the thrill of piloting an aircraft. Your local Aero Club provides many stages of flight training, from your first introductory flight through solo, then on to private, commercial and instructors’ ratings. The choice is yours.

Whether your aim is recreational or a career path, your Aero Club will train you to the highest standard with safety always foremost.

Rentals: The Aero Club offers Cessna 172s and 182s for rent. Contact the Aero Club for reservations and costs.

Airman and Family Readiness 5 N. Seller Ave., Bldg. 3000, (661) 277-0723 The Women’s Infants’ & Children’s Mobile Clinic: March 11, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., in the Chapel 2 Annex for both walk-ins and appointments. Closed for lunch, noon-1 p.m. For an appointment, or to get information about obtaining vouchers on line, call 1-800-327-3074.

Five-Day Department of Labor Employment Workshop: March 11-15, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. in Classroom C of the Education Office, Bldg. 2460. The Transition Assistance Program is required for all personnel separating or retiring. Limited to 22 attendees.

Call (661) 277-8451 to sign up as early as possible.

Newcomers’ Orientation: March 14, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., in Conference Room 234 of Bldg. 3000. Required for active duty military, the orientation provides vital information regarding base resources and services, policies and procedures, background and more.

Registration is required. Call Glenn Arola at (661) 277-8451.

Spouses Orientation: March 14, 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m., in Conference Room 123 of Bldg.

3000. This orientation is designed especially for spouses and provides valuable information regarding available services, schools, employment and volunteer opportunities, recreation, shopping and more. Free childcare is available as part of the Child Care for PCS program. Bring a copy of PCS orders to the Airman and Family Readiness to obtain a voucher and a list of home daycare providers.

Sign-up is required. Call Glenn Arola at (661) 277-8451 to sign up.

The PLAYpass deadline has been extended through Dec. 31, 2013. If your spouse is deployed or you are a single Airman returning from a deployment, then come to the A&FRC to get your PLAYpass and register!

PLAYpass discount cards are used for various activities and programs on base for adults and children. For more information contact the A&FRC.

Arts and Crafts Center

Announcements formation on the February safety class.

Adult Pottery (Semi-private and Private Lessons): Saturdays, 9–11 a.m., by appointment only. Students will learn how to create decorative or functional pottery using pinch, coil, and slab techniques. *Students will be required to purchase one block of clay for class, which will create several projects.

Pottery Parties: Great for birthday parties, spouses’ groups, or anyone ready for something fun! Each 2- hour party event teaches the basics of working with clay while creating a fun, hand-built project and includes all tools, instruction and firing fees. Cost will vary according to time and projects involved.

For more information, call (6610 275-278.

Use your PLAYpass here!

Towing Service Available Through Auto Hobby: Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call Auto Hobby for more information.

Part Day Enrichment Program: Sign your child up for our exciting Enrichment Program. We offer a three-day program for 3-5 year olds. Space is available now.

Openings for your child: The CDC has immediate openings for your child. If you need help with childcare, then see us. We will assist you in finding the best child care for your child’s needs.

ditional child is $3.95 and all children under 6 years old are free). Non-members: Children 6-10 years are $4.95 and all children under 6 are $2.

Home Style Buffet: Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.

Cost is $10.95 for adult members; $11.95 for adult non-members; $8 for youth 13-17; $6 for children 6-12; and free for children under 6.

Country Buffet: March 14, 5-8 p.m. Cost is $10.95 for adult members; $11.95 for adult non-members; $8 for youth 13-17; $6 for children 6-12; and free for children under 6.

Mongolian Barbecue Stir-Fry: March 15, 5-8 p.m. Cost is $13.95 per bowl for adult members; $15.95 per bowl for adult nonmembers. Mongolian for children 13 and under is $6.95 per bowl. Menu (children’s menu also available): Fill your bowl with fresh vegetables, sauces and seasonings and take back to your table. Your server will ask for your choice of pork, chicken or beef and take your bowl to be cooked. Help yourself to beverages, soup, rice or noodles. These dishes are healthy and are cooked with very little oil. It doesn’t get any better!

Birthdays: Bring your birthday child and his/her friends! We will provide a birthday cake for their special occasion. Call (661) 277-2830 for reservations (24-hour advanced noticed is required).

Wii & Free Wi-Fi: Enjoy our nice lounge area and have fun with our Wii game system or just come in with your own computer and connect to our free Wi-Fi!

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Child Development Center 1208 W. Fitzgerald Blvd., Bldg 6457, (661) 275-8687 Use your PLAYpass here!

275 Doolittle Parkway, (661) 275-CLUB Club Muroc is closed on Saturdays and Sundays except for special functions or events. Club closed on Mondays after lunch.

Call (661) 275-CLUB to book a special function with our catering department.

Fogleman’s Lounge Club Member Specials The Classic Burger: Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m., half-pound, 100-percent Angus steak burger on Kaiser roll with fries, half off menu price.

Special on Appetizers: Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. Half off selected appetizers.

Spicy Chicken Sandwich: Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. Half off menu price.

St. Patrick’s Day Special: March 15, 5-8 p.m. Cost is $7 for adult members, $8 for adult non-members. Going ‘green’ – in Ireland, the color was long thought to be unlucky. Irish folklore says that green is the favorite color of the Good People, or the fairies. The legend says that if people, especially children, wear too much green, the “Good people” are likely to steal them. Even if it’s not traditional, going green on St. Patrick’s Day is just plain fun for all, so join us for our great Irish food special of corned beef and cabbage, steam carrots and red potatoes and enjoy our Irish drink specials for adults.

200 Methusa Rd., (661) 275-ARTS Wood Shop News: Our new wood shop instructor will be available two days a week and will teach the wood shop safety classes one Saturday per month. Our instructor will offer custom wood working projects and will be able to help those not certified to use the wood shop. Let us know what your needs are and what programs you would like to see in the future. Call (661) 275-2787 for more in-

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Evening Dining at Club Muroc Family Night Buffets, leave the cooking to us.

Mexican Buffet: March 12, 5-8 p.m.

Buffet only – no other dining room menu available. Cost is $10.95 for adult members; $11.95 for adult non-members. Members Only: With the purchase of an adult meal, up to two children (ages 6-10 years) can have a free meal from the children’s buffet (each ad-

1208 W. Fitzgerald Blvd., Bldg 6457, (661) 275-4322 The Benefits of Being a Family Child Care Provider: Being able to work out of your home, working while caring for your own children, being in charge of your own business, doing work that you love, setting your own hours and free training! If you are interested in becoming an FCC licensed or affiliated provider, contact the FCC Office at (661) 275-4322. New provider orientation starting soon! We need providers to offer alternate hours to accommodate evening, swing and weekend duty hours. We are looking for

providers to offer care for children with special needs including asthma, allergies, cerebral palsy and other physical impairments.

Extended Duty Care: The Air Force offers the Extended Duty Care Program to assist parents who need additional child care beyond their normal arrangements due to mission related requirements. Children must already be enrolled in the Child Development Center, the School Age Program or the Family Child Care Program to qualify. To enroll in this FREE Extended Duty Program or for more information, please contact the Family Child Care office at (661) 275-4322.

Returning Home Care: Members are authorized 16 hours of hourly care within 30 days of their return from deployment. Contact the Family Child Care Coordinator for more details on the program at (661) 2754322.

Family Child Care is seeking dedicated people who love working with children! If you live on base and want to care for children in your home or you are a military dependent and live off base, you may be eligible to be a licensed or affiliated provider! Make a positive difference in the lives of children! Most materials and training are provided free of charge!

High Desert Lanes Bowling Center 205 Fitzgerald, Bldg. 5214, (661) 275BOWL Air Force HOOPS 2013: March 1–April 8. Win up to $5,000 cash – PLAY TO WIN! Get your game piece at High Desert Lanes Bowling Center or Muroc Lake Golf Course, one game piece per day, no purchase necessary while supplies last. Game pieces also awarded with the purchase of a commemorative 44-ounce soda or combo meal available at the Sandbagger Grill at Muroc Lake Golf Course. Scratch-off game pieces contain either an instant win prize or a code which unlocks a random seed in the Men’s Division 1 College Basketball Tournament, March 19-April 8. Enter the code at myairforcelife. com/AirForceHoops.

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Chapel

Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m. – Catholic Mass, Chapel 2 1 p.m. – Muslim Prayer, Chapel 1 Thursday 5:30 p.m. – Wiccan/Pagan Worship, Chapel 1 Annex Friday 1:15 p.m. – Muslim Prayer, Chapel 1

Sunday 8 a.m. – Protestant Gospel Service, Chapel 1 9 a.m. – Catholic Mass, Chapel 2 11 a.m. – Protestant Traditional Service, Chapel 1 11 a.m. – Protestant Contemporary Service, Chapel 2 4 p.m. – Catholic Mass, Chapel 2

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ANNOUNCEMENTS, from 12 Instant win prizes: • Fountain Soda, Combo Meal, Hot Dog or French Fries – available at the Sandbagger Grill • Games of Bowling • Shoe Rental • HU28 Packages • Golf Course Cart Rental • Large Bucket of Balls • FSS Gift Cards valued at up to $500 • Air Force Hoops Commemorative Bowling Ball

Redeem instant win prize tickets at the High Desert Lanes Bowling Center or Muroc Lake Golf Course through April 30 (all soda, hot dog, French fries or combo meal winning tickets can only be redeemed at the Sandbagger Grill at Muroc Lake Golf Course).

Ongoing events Shoe rental: $75 Adult/Youth $1.50 for all games below, unless otherwise noted: Brown Bag Lunch and Bowl: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost: $1.25 per game, shoe rental: $1.75 adult/$1.50 youth Friday Night Early Bird Special: Fridays, 2-6 p.m. Cost is $5 per person, bowl as many games you want.

Friday Night Extreme Bowling – Bring your own Music Night: Fridays, 6-10 p.m. Cost: $2.25 per game per person. Beat the Saturday night rush. Enjoy glow-in-the-dark bowling, great music and fun for everyone.

Bring in your CD’s, MP3 players, or IPODS and we will play your music. No explicit language.

(High Desert Lanes has the right to refuse any songs).

Family Dollar Day: Saturdays, noon-6 p.m. Cost is $1 game, $1 shoe rental.

Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling: Saturdays, 6-10 p.m. Cost: $10 per person, shoe rental Included.

Bowl as many games as you want. Don’t miss out on all the fun at an affordable price. Enjoy

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ANNOUNCEMENTS, from 13 Glow-in-the-Dark bowling with a fun atmosphere for the whole family.

Unit Functions: Daily, open to close, with reservations. Cost: $5 per person includes three games and shoe rental. Units may reserve lanes anytime during open bowing for parties, commander’s call, team building events, etc.

the list of subscriptions AF libraries own (currently 642 popular titles including Newsweek, National Geographic and Parenting), select and read anywhere, anytime using your computer, smartphone or tablet. To take advantage of this wonderful service, visit the Base Library or call (661) 275-BOOK for more information.

Information, Tickets and Travel

Muroc Lake Golf Course

205 W. Popson Ave., Bldg. 2500, 2(661) 275TRIP NASCAR is back: ITT offers discounted tickets to this year’s Auto Club 400 the weekend of March 22-24. Tickets are available for all three days at up to 50 percent off, ranging from $17 to $52 per person. Pit passes are $22 and are good for all three days! Contact ITT for more information or to purchase tickets.

Ski Lift Tickets: Mountain High discounted lift tickets are now available at your ITT office, along with our great discounts on Big Bear/Snow Summit and Mammoth Mountain. Call ITT at (661) 275-TRIP for details and prices.

Library 5 W. Yeager Blvd., Bldg. 2665, (661) 275BOOK, 412fss.fsdl.workflow@edwards.af.mil Children’s Story Time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day: March 15, 10 a.m.

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111 Crest Dr., (661) 275-PUTT Air Force HOOPS 2013: March 1–April 8. Win up to $5,000 cash – PLAY TO WIN! Get your game piece at High Desert Lanes Bowling Center or Muroc Lake Golf Course, one game piece per day, no purchase necessary while supplies last. Game pieces also awarded with the purchase of a commemorative 44-ounce soda or combo meal available at the Sandbagger Grill at Muroc Lake Golf Course. Scratch-off game pieces contain either an instant win prize or a code which unlocks a random seed in the Men’s Division 1 College Basketball Tournament, March 19-April 8. Enter the code at myairforcelife. com/AirForceHoops.

Instant win prizes: • Fountain Soda, Combo Meal, Hot Dog or French Fries – available at the Sandbagger Grill • Games of Bowling • Shoe Rental • HU28 Packages • Golf Course Cart Rental • Large Bucket of Balls • FSS Gift Cards valued at up to $500

• Air Force Hoops Commemorative Bowling Ball Redeem instant win prize tickets at the High Desert Lanes Bowling Center or Muroc Lake Golf Course through April 30 (all soda, hot dog, French fries or combo meal winning tickets can only be redeemed at the Sandbagger Grill at Muroc Lake Golf Course).

Twilight Golf: Daily, 1 p.m.-sunset. Had a long day at work? Take a little time to relax and enjoy some golf! Our ‘Twilight Special’ is a great way to end the day, get a few holes in before dark and save money!

E1-E4: $4.50 green fees E5-O3: $6.50 green fees O4-above: $7.50 green fees DOD, contractors and guests: $7.50 green fees Carts are $5 per person Monday-Friday Special: $20, 7am – 1pm Cost: $20 for 18 holes of golf, a cart and lunch Annual Membership: Are you a frequent visitor to Muroc Lake Golf Course? Save some money by purchasing an annual membership. Prices vary on duty status.

Want to learn how to play golf: Come learn from our club pros, Ricky Lanning and Chelsea Orozco can teach you everything you will need to know at your convenience.

From longer drives to make more putts and everything in between, our pros can bring you from amateur to pro!

Wi-Fi is now available at the Muroc Lake Golf Course Clubhouse.

Have a broken club: You don’t want to

spend the money to buy a new one? Come see our club craftsmen to repair it at a fraction of the price. Prices vary on the damage, call (661) 275-PUTT for more information.

Golf Pro Shop: Our pro shop offers special orders and yellow tag sales – stop by and check it out.

Outdoor Recreation Kincheloe Ave., (661) 275-CAMP Ski Shuttle to the Big Bear: March 9.

Want to meet some new skiers or snowboarders and head to Mountain High or Big Bear?

Let ODR do the driving while you relax and enjoy the trip! Lift tickets not included, discounted lift tickets are available for purchase at Information, Tickets & Tours. Depart at 7 a.m., return at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $15. Minimum of eight participants, maximum of 10.

Blue Fins Swim Club Junior Varsity: Monday and Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Cost is $60. Open to ages 4-10.

Blue Fins Swim Club Varsity: Monday and Wednesday, 5-6:30 p.m. Cost is $70to ages 11-18.

Ski Package Deal: Pick-up skis/snowboards after 3 p.m. and that day is free. Pay for the next day and return it by noon on the third day and it’s only a ONE day charge!

Private Swimming Lessons: Schedule your appointment with one of our lifeguards for a time that works for you. Cost is $10 for a 30 minute lesson, any age. Looking to learn how swim; how about improve on what you already know? Come talk to our seasoned See ANNOUNCEMENTS, Page 15

Furniture and more For Sale!!

#894 Fantastic 4 piece sectional sofa.

“J” shape. Left side is 134” long; right side is 142” long. Black cloth, not micro-fiber.

Very soft. Excellent condition, no rips or tears. $550 delivered.

#901 Coffee and End Tables.

Metal base with glass tops. Coffee table measures 26” x 52” End Tables each are 26” x 26” $120 for all three.

#899 Leather loveseat and chair. $125 for both

#893 Entertainment Center Two piece. Large one is 34.5”W x 15”D x 71”T Smaller one is 45.5”W x 15”D x 31”T Has glass shelves. $125 for both

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#897 Beautiful formal dining table and four oversize chairs.

Table measures 45.5”W x 88.5”L plus a leaf about 24”. $500 delivered.

Call Paul at (661) 917-1835

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ANNOUNCEMENTS, from 14 lifeguard staff about what you want to learn and let them help you accomplish your goals, today!

Horseback Riding Lessons: Variety of lessons offered. Call Outdoor Recreation for more information.

“Big 50:” Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Rod and Gun. The “Big 50” is an ATA Registered shoot in which each participant shoots 50 single targets, 50 double targets and 50 targets from their handicapped position.

Archery: Come test your equipment at our self-use Archery range. The range is free to

those with their own equipment. If you would like to try archery and do not have equipment; equipment is available for rent at the Rod and Gun Club.

Rosburg Fitness Center

Rod & Gun

210 W. Popson Ave.,(661) 275-GYM1

ATA “Big 50” March 14: The “Big 50” is an ATA Registered shoot in which each participant shoots 50 single targets, 50 double targets and 50 targets from their handicapped position.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH 2013 Events *Guest Speaker: LtCol Kathryn Hughes Location: Club Muroc Date: March 19, 2013 Time: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Keystone Club: Tuesdays, 4:15 p.m. The Keystone Club is a leadership group for high school students to learn and practice leadership skills through the management of community service projects and fund raising activities.

210 Adams Way, (661) 275-CAMP

Edwards Air Force Base

Women’s History Month Luncheon

Rifle and Pistol Range: March 9, 10 a.m.1 p.m. Subject to change due to mission requirements.

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Women’s History Month Social Location: Flight Test Center Museum Date: March 28, 2013 Time: 3–4:30 p.m.

Disc Golf Clinic: March 14, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Free! Come learn from the expert!

Fernando Brown will teach you how to throw a disc further than you ever thought possible.

This is your chance to ask questions, learn technique and improve your disc golf game.

Personal Trainers: Cost is $40 per hour session, $25 for a half-hour session. Call to schedule your appointment and start reaching those fitness goals. For appointments, call Jeff Walden at (210) 723-2052, Johnny Johnson at (660) 233-2141 or Lauren Brandin at (210) 723-2052.

Equipment Orientation Classes: Tuesday, 10-11 a.m., Wednesday, 4-5 p.m., and Thursday, 7-8 p.m. Not sure how to use equipment or what it does for you? Stop by the front desk and sign up for this one-hour class. We are here to help you get the most out of your fitness routine.

Youth Programs

Teen Center

Coaches and Umpires: The Youth Sports looking for highly motivated volunteers to coach and umpire for Youth Baseball and Softball. Contact Emil Graves or Andrew Neises at (661) 277-8961 for more information.

FitFactor Fridays, 3:15-5 p.m. Join us in the Gym! Be Active and Eat Healthy to reach the FitFactor Levels and Earn Prizes! You can find more information at www.afgetfit.com.

100 Kincheloe Ave., Bldg. 7211, (661) 2758336 POCs: MSgt Destiny Clawson and MSgt Shawna Wesley

Tutoring is now available at the Teen Center: The tutoring is free to members of the teen center or $5 for non-members. Each tutor is an adult and very experienced in any subject. For more information, call (661) 275-TEEN or come by the center.

24 Lathrop Dr., (661) 275-5437 4-H Photography Club: March 14, 3:30-5 p.m. Learn and experience basic photography skills. See Mr. Chris for details.

Toddler Learning Center: Toddler classes at the Creative Arts Center (JZ) for ages 1-4 (older siblings are welcome). Are you looking for a class that you and your toddler can share in? If so this is the class for you! TLC is a Mom, Pop & Tot class that allows families to learn while playing! Classes are filling fast! Call Youth Programs at (661) 275-KIDS or Ms. Amy at (325) 829-5101.

Youth Sports Contact Emil Graves, (661) 277-8961

Three non-competitive routes to choose from (20, 44 & 71 miles) and a 200 meter Honor Race for kids (ages 5-10) with prizes.

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$ 10 Kids Race

Saturday, April 6, 2013 Marie Kerr Park 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93551 Ride Start – 9:00 am

Purchase one of the qualifying models below and receive a $100 prepaid card from Raleigh!

APET Rescue is open 4:30- 6 p.m., Monday-Friday, and 3:30-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.

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APET Rescue is looking for adult volunteers.

If you are interested, visit APET Rescue at 615 South Forbes Avenue, or call (661) 258-9525.

To register, go to: www.ride2recovery.com/honor_ride and click on the ATOC Honor Ride Palmdale or go to active.com and search for the ATOC Honor Ride Palmdale

Militis series • Talus 29 Carbon Revenio/Capri Carbon series • RXC Pro & Disc February 1 through March 31, 2013 Go to www.raleighusa.com/2013-carbon-rebate/ and fill out the online form to claim your prepaid card

The funds raised through the Honor Ride Series support outdoor cycling programs and Indoor Spinning Recovery Labs at Military and VA locations around the US, as well as cycling equipment for healing heroes.

(ages 5-10, 200 meters)

TEAMS: 10 riders $600 5 riders $300 No cost for injured veterans Held under USA Cycling event permit #2013-1030 Helmets must be worn at all times

Packet Pickup: Marie Kerr Park Recreation Center Friday, April 5, 3 pm - 6 pm Pre-ride, Saturday, April 6, 7:30 - 8:45 am Additional fundraising information and prize availability on active.com

For more information go to: ride2recovery.com Call 1-818-888-7091 Ext. 3 or email: honorrideinfo@ride2recovery.com

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Worship Directory

Victory

Baptist Church Worship service 10:30 am spanish service 12:30 pm Sunday School .....................................9:00 AM Thursday Family Night ........................6:00 PM Adult Ministries • Youth Ministries • AWANA

2584 Felsite Ave., Rosamond

(661) 256-9222

To advertise in the Worship Directory, please call toll free (877) 247-9288.

Hope and ResuRRection LutHeRan cHuRcHes Sunday Holy Eucharist 9 am The Rev. Wm. R. Hampton, STS K and Inyo Streets, Mojave (one block east of Carls Jr.) 909-989-3317

www.waysideweb.org

Church of Christ Eph 4:4-6

Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:45 am Sunday Morning Service 10:45 am Sunday Evening Service 6:00 pm Wednesday Evening Service 6:00 pm 1389 Rosamond Blvd Rosamond CA, 93560

(661) 256-3245

10173 South Loop California City

Ron Smith, Pastor • Sunday School 10:00 am • Morning 11:00 am • Sunday Evening 6:00 pm • Wednesday 7:00 pm For transportation from Edwards AFB call

(760) 373-7314

Independent - Fundamental

www.victory-baptist.org

You’re invited to The First Baptist Church of Rosamond Ministries throughout the week for the entire family

◆ Sunday School ◆ Worship ◆ Team Kids ◆ Youth Study ◆ Promise Keepers Fellowship ◆ Women’s Bible Study

The corner of 20th and Poplar, 2 blocks from Post Office

256-2469 or 256-2244

Edwards Air Force Base Protestant and Catholic Parish

We are a community of dedicated believers who are committed to Christ-centered worship.

We welcome you to join us!

Protestant Worship Schedule: Sunday 8 a.m. - Protestant Gospel Service, Chapel 1 11 a.m. - Protestant Traditional Service, Chapel 1 11 a.m. - Protestant Contemporary Service, Chapel 2 Catholic Mass Schedule: Sunday : 9 a.m. - Chapel 2 Monday-Thursday : 11:30 a.m. - Chapel 2 Confession: Sunday 3:30 p.m to 4:00 p.m (Chapel 2) Or by appointment *Memorial Chapel 1, Bldg 2700, 15 W. Popson Ave *Community Chapel 2, Bldg 6447, 10 Chamberlin Lp 661.277.2110 Or visit us on Facebook: Edwards AFB Protestant Parish / Edwards AFB Catholic Parish

Pastor Paul Chappell

Lancaster Baptist is an independent, Baptist church with a friendly, family atmosphere; compassionate vision; and strong commitment to Bible truth. We offer classes specifically designed for military families and singles, Join us this Sunday at 0830 or 1100

Only 15 minutes from Edwards South Gate: exit South Gate and turn right on Ave. E, left on 90th St. E, right on Ave. I and left on 40th E. 661.946.4663 4020 E. Lancaster Blvd. Lancaster, CA 93535

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