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May 27, 2020
SecAF Barrett speaks with NASA astronaut Col Robert Benhke before launch to space

During a recent visit to Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, on May 21, 2020, Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett, took part in a virtual conference call along with Chief of Space Operations Gen. John ‘Jay’ Raymond, and spoke with NASA astronaut, Air Force Col. Robert Behnke, about his
May 22, 2020
Kirtland comes together, celebrates Class of 2020 amid COVID-19

Team Kirtland came together to celebrate its graduating seniors with a parade and small ceremony at Hardin Field on Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 21, 2020.
May 22, 2020
SecAF tours KAFB; base sustains national security capabilities during COVID-19

Secretary of the Air Force Barbara M. Barrett visited Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 20-21, 2020, to visit various mission partners, explored active mission sets and get a better understanding of how Team Kirtland has sustained national security capabilities during COVID-19.
May 22, 2020
Adapting A Mission to Mars - A Bright New Future for AFRL STEM Academy

The 25th Annual Mission to Mars was the latest in the growing list of events that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 19, 2020
The next transition from ABUs to OCPs: What to expect

The next transition before the final uniform change from the Airman Battle Uniform to the newly regulated Operation Camouflage Pattern combat uniform will be effective June 1, 2020, for all Airmen.
May 18, 2020
Closing out the school year: Team Kirtland celebrates graduates with a parade

Sandia Base Elementary School, located on Kirtland Air Force Base, hosted a parade through base housing on May 15, 2020, to celebrate students graduating from the fifth grade.
May 14, 2020
AFRL Satellite Duo Probing Earth’s Radiation Belts

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s (AFRL) Demonstration and Science Experiments (DSX) spacecraft continues its scientific investigations despite the COVID-19 pandemic that has impacted every aspect of life around the world.
May 13, 2020
WSSS “kicks it” with social distancing

Members of the 377th Weapon Systems Security Squadron hosted a footgolf tournament at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 12, 2020.
May 5, 2020
Senior Department of the Air Force leaders visit KAFB; Commend Airmen for adaptability during COVID-19

Performing the Duties of Under Secretary of the Air Force Shon Manasco, along with Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Stephen “Seve” Wilson, and Space Force Vice Commander Lt. Gen. David Thompson, visited Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, May 4, 2020, to observe ongoing efforts during
May 5, 2020
COVID-19 Supply Donation and Collection Event

On April 24, FUSE Makerspace and Air Force Research Laboratory New Mexico Maker Hub collaborated to host a donation and collection event for 3-D printed full-face shields. The shields are intended to be donated to New Mexico hospitals and clinics in need.

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