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  • Former AEDC commander Michael Heil passes

    Former Arnold Engineering Development Complex Commander Col. Michael Heil passed away on Feb. 9 at the age of 72.Heil, who retired from a 30-year Air Force career in 2005 at the rank of colonel, served as AEDC commander from 1998 to 2001.Born in Wiesbaden, Germany, Heil earned his undergraduate

  • AEDC celebrates 75th anniversary this year

    “The scientists who work here will explore what lies on the other side of the speed of sound.”Before the first wind tunnel ran, the first test engine roared or the first ballistic projectile launched, then-U.S. President Harry Truman shared this prediction for what would come to be known as Arnold

  • Don’t go breaking your heart

    February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to focus on cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States.   Taking steps to care for your heart is essential for a long and healthy life.Understanding the stakesHeart disease, including

  • Suzanne Mitchell comments on time as Arnold AFB Honorary Commander

    The call went out in June 2023. Arnold Engineering Development Complex leadership offered to peel back the curtain ever so slightly for local leaders to gain greater insight into and a deep understanding of the AEDC missions, programs and policies at its Arnold Air Force Base headquarters. AEDC

  • Changes coming to Arnold AFB cargo shipment process

    Changes to the outbound cargo shipment process at Arnold Air Force base are on the way.The Transportation Management Office, or TMO, at Arnold will soon move away from a manual pen-and-paper method to an automated process for government cargo shipped from the installation.The Arnold AFB Logistics

  • Arnold AFB Honorary Commander Hope Nunley shares insights

    The call went out in June 2023. Arnold Engineering Development Complex leadership offered to peel back the curtain ever so slightly for local leaders to gain greater insight into and a deep understanding of the AEDC missions, programs and policies at its Arnold Air Force Base headquarters. AEDC

  • Arnold AFB partners with American Red Cross for upcoming blood drive

    The Medical Aid Station at Arnold Air Force Base along with the American Red Cross will host a blood drive Thursday, Feb. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room A125 of Building 100.All blood types are needed with all base personnel invited to attend. Contractor employees are invited to participate in

  • Arnold AFB economic impact exceeds $1 billion in fiscal year 2025

    Arnold Air Force Base had an economic impact of $1.2 billion in the 2025 fiscal year.Arnold AFB impacted the local area through payroll, secondary jobs created through local spending, and other expenditures for supplies, utilities, professional and technical services, and the spin-off impact of

  • Scott Ladd discusses stint as Arnold AFB Honorary Commander

    The call went out in June 2023. Arnold Engineering Development Complex leadership offered to peel back the curtain ever so slightly for local leaders to gain greater insight into and a deep understanding of the AEDC missions, programs and policies at its Arnold Air Force Base headquarters. AEDC