Candles for fallen teammates, “extraordinary Americans”

412th Test Wing command team address Airmen at Commander's Call

412th Test Wing commander Thomas Tauer and Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Skarloken, 412th Test Wing command chief master sergeant, address members of Team Edwards during a Commander's Call on Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 22, 2026. Tauer and Skarloken discussed the B-52 crash that occurred on base June 15 that claimed the lives of all eight crew members. (Air Force video by Ariana Ortega)

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Candles for fallen teammates, “extraordinary Americans”

06.18.2026 | Photo by Lindsey Gordon

More than 700 family members, friends and colleagues participate in a candlelight vigil at Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 17. The vigil...

B-52 accident update – Edwards releases names of...

06.17.2026 | Courtesy Photo

Following a 24-hour waiting period after all next-of-kin notifications were completed, in accordance with Department of War policy, Edwards Air...

Edwards AFB holds candlelight vigil for fallen...

06.17.2026 | Photo by Lindsey Gordon

Family, friends and colleagues of eight fallen Edwards teammates hold a candlelight vigil at Edwards Air Force Base, California, June 17. The...

Operational Pilot Flies B-21 as Top General Pushes...

06.10.2026 | Photo by Tech. Sgt. Kyle Brasier

Air Force Gen. Dale White, Department of War direct reporting portfolio manager for critical major weapon systems, addresses members of the 412th...

Thrill of the ride, duty of the guide: get certified

06.08.2026 | Courtesy Photo

Alan Lederman, right, 412th Test Wing Occupational Safety manager, rides his motorcycle with fellow riders at Edwards Air Force Base, California....

412th CEG paves the way for faster, safer and...

06.02.2026 | Photo by Laisa Leao

Philipp Shull, 412th Civil Engineer Group project manager, inspects contractors filling cracks on Rosamond Boulevard with sand in preparation for...

Junior ROTC cadets pinned to lead, cleared to soar

05.28.2026 | Photo by Christian Raterman

Cadet Maj. Beverly Praiswater, Air Force Junior ROTC commander, shakes hands with Cadet Airman Joshua Delgado during the annual Air Force Junior...

Matrina’s calling – from wrong turn to...

05.15.2026 | Photo by Lindsey Iniguez

Col. Chris Carnduff, 412th Mission Support Group commander, surprises Matrina McCullough, a Family Child Care provider, at her home to present her...

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412th Test Wing command team address Airmen at...

06.22.2026 | Video by Ariana Ortega

412th Test Wing commander Thomas Tauer and Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Skarloken, 412th Test Wing command chief master sergeant, address members of...

Edwards firefighters train on structure fire...

04.29.2026 | Video by Blaine Torres

Firefighters from the 812th Civil Engineer Squadron's Fire and Emergency Services conducted a structure fire fighting training during a natural...

Children of fallen pilot return to Edwards

04.19.2026 | Video by Staff Sgt. Jennifer Healy

Jessica and Jake George, the children of Maj. Aaron George, who died during a test mission along with aerial photographer Judson Brohmer on July...

Edwards AFB Hosts annual Advanced Combat Training...

04.02.2026 | Video by Blaine Torres

The 412th Security Forces Squadron hosted the annual Advanced Combat Training Exercise (ACTE) at Edwards Air Force Base, California, March 30 -...

2025 Maintenance Professional of the Year Highlight...

03.20.2026 | Video by Ariana Ortega

This highlight video premiered Maintenance Professional of the Year 2025 ceremony. The video showcases the hard work and dedication of maintenance...

Day in the life: Air Force Test Pilot School Staff...

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412th TW brandishes the Warrior Ethos

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B-52 accident update – Edwards releases names of...

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The base has released the names of the eight people killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards during a routine...

Operational Pilot Flies B-21 as Top General Pushes...

06.11.2026 | Courtesy Story

In another milestone for the B-21 Raider program, an operational test pilot recently flew the bomber with a developmental test pilot sharing the...

One central node, all domains – Edwards command...

06.11.2026 | Story by Laisa Leao

Keeping the Air Force’s premier test base running smoothly is no small feat. Fortunately, the team at the 412th Test Wing Command Post makes it...

412th CEG paves the way for faster, safer and...

06.10.2026 | Story by Laisa Leao

In a move to improve efficiency and reduce transit times across the vast Edwards Air Force Base installation, the 412th Civil Engineer Group...

Thrill of the ride, duty of the guide: get certified

06.08.2026 | Story by Laisa Leao

Most motorcyclist are well-aware of the inherent dangers of the road, but the thrill and adventure of the open road keep riders in the saddle....

Matrina’s calling – from wrong turn to...

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Sometimes, the best career paths are discovered by accident.

Junior ROTC cadets pinned to lead, cleared to soar

05.28.2026 | Story by Laisa Leao

It’s more than a high school elective. The Air Force Junior ROTC at Edwards Air Force Base is a proving ground.

Seconds count: Edwards firefighters sharpen...

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When an emergency strikes, hesitation is not an option.

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Edwards Connect - Episode 1

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A podcast intended to exemplify the Edwards communities' physical separation and social connectedness through COVID. The podcast collects stories...

Edwards: Beyond the Test - Episode #31 - 412th...

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