News Search

  • AEDC contributes $653 million to local economy

    Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) economic impact in Middle Tennessee was more than $653  million during government fiscal year 2007. This is an increase of more than $54 million from fiscal year 2006. "I am gratified to see these numbers because they show the continuing positive

  • AEDC workers complete engine test for Japan

    Japanese and U.S. engineers and technicians at Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) recently concluded altitude qualification testing on an XF7-10 engine."The purpose of the testing was to confirm, by altitude qualification testing, the function and the performance of the XF7-10 engine,"

  • AEDC leadership focuses on the future, begins planning

    In the midst of the Global War on Terror and continuing resource challenges, Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) leadership is taking the opportunity to re-evaluate the center's role for the future. AEDC Commander Col. Art Huber said that all great organizations plan strategically

  • F-4C Phantom dedicated to fallen airmen

    After visiting Iraq, Afghanistan and Walter Reed Army Hospital, Secretary of the Air Force Michael W. Wynne was compelled by the overwhelming attitude of the military ethic of "standing watch so others may be free," in today's servicemen. He faced a similar emotion today when a Vietnam era F-4C

  • F-4 fighter to be dedicated to two fallen heroes

    The month of November is often a time when people reflect and give thanks for the many people and blessings in their life. November is also a time to remember those who have served and have given the ultimate sacrifice for America's freedom. In keeping with the theme, the F-4C Phantom II static

  • Arnold workers put alternate fighter jet engine through paces

    Initial testing of the GE/Rolls-Royce F136 alternate engine for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter is now underway at the U.S. Air Force's Arnold Engineering Development Center's (AEDC) J-2 test cell. "We're testing engine performance and operability - we have to meet certain specifications

  • New emergency response mindset takes hold at Arnold

    Most Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) employees have probably noticed an increase in the number of emergency response drills on base during the summer, but what does it all mean? Aerospace Testing Alliance (ATA) Emergency Management Lead / Coordinator Daryl Justice said the government,

  • Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on life's blesssings

    Team Arnold Engineering Development Center, During the Thanksgiving holiday season I find it wise to spend a few moments contemplating the blessings in my life and the reasons I have to be thankful. They are many, but here are a few I want to share with you. I am thankful that my Creator is a loving