477th Fighter Group

Feb. 26, 2021
Roth outlines priorities for Air, Space Forces during virtual ‘fireside chat’

Acting Secretary of the Air Force John Roth made his comments about Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and the new administration as well as a range of other topics during a 30-minute “virtual fireside chat” at the Air Force Association’s Aerospace Warfare Symposium.
Feb. 5, 2021
Digital, Network Directorates gear up for Air Force ‘Digital Wingman” competition

The Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence and Networks Directorate will co-lead the Air Force-wide “Building Digital Wingman Challenge” that arms participants with the tools to program a robotic work horse that can take over repetitive computer-based tasks, freeing the human user for other
Jan. 21, 2021
Spark Tank 2021 finalists announced

It’s been nearly a year since Master Sgt. Gabrial Valenzuela, Capt. David Coyle and Lt. Adam Treece were selected as co-winners of Spark Tank 2020 for their Smart Weapons Loading Checklist and Low-Cost Threat Emitter concepts.
Dec. 7, 2020
AFWERX kicks off Accelerate event Dec. 7, launch a universe of opportunity to accelerate change

The inaugural AFWERX Accelerate event, being held virtually, kicks off Dec. 7 at noon EST. The five-day event will highlight how AFWERX is institutionalizing air and space innovation across the Department of the Air Force.
Nov. 5, 2020
Vice Chief’s Challenge creates new document templates, saves Airmen time

The 2020 Vice Chief’s Challenge launched in February with a focus on working faster and smarter, and finding innovative ways to give Airmen back their time.
Oct. 13, 2020
Reserve Citizen Airmen look to reform the organization during Spark Tank 2021

Reserve Citizen Airmen are highly encouraged to support their wingmen by logging into the crowdsourcing platform Airman Powered by Innovation (CAC required) and vote for their favorite ideas (direct links below).
July 30, 2020
AFWERX named to Fast Company’s 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators

This recognition honors businesses and organizations that demonstrate a deep commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels.
July 29, 2020
Department of the Air Force honors former SecAF Heather Wilson

During the ceremony, Barrett recognized Wilson for her service and achievements as the Air Force’s highest-ranking civilian leader.
July 28, 2020
Innovation backing weaves WIDOW into reality

In May 2019, U.S. Air Force Maj. Brad Short, then-3rd Wing chief of weapons and tactics, was conducting mission planning the same way it has been done since the 1940s: on a chalkboard, whiteboard or mapboard. He decided it was time to bring the process into the 21st century — to digitize and
July 13, 2020
Optimize aviation fuel? The Air Force wants your ideas

In partnership with AFWERX, Air Force Operational Energy has launched an Airmen Powered by Innovation Challenge to solicit ideas on how to optimize aviation fuel for the Air Force, enabling greater combat capability, range, and more efficient operations. The challenge is open to Airmen of all ranks

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