March 8, 2023 Weather balloons lift Eglin's test mission data Four-foot balloons carry information gathering technology that collects GPS coordinates, wind speed, direction, height, ascension rate, pressure, temperature and humidity.
March 7, 2023 Eglin steps up as proving ground for digital modernization effort Autonomy Data and AI Experimentation proving ground mission is to operationalize autonomy and artificial intelligence through experimentation and testing.
Dec. 5, 2022 HEXA highlighted in AF Week in Photos This weekly feature showcases the men, women and aircraft of the Air Force including the 413th Flight Test Squadron's efforts with the HEXA, an electrical vertical take off and landing aircraft.
Nov. 29, 2022 Airmen fly HEXA for first time An officer and two Senior NCOs completed flight training with the electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
Nov. 9, 2022 Autonomous aircraft testing arrives The 40th Flight Test Squadron took possession of the first of two government-owned Kratos XQ‑58A Valkyrie, a low-cost, high-performance uncrewed air vehicle.
Nov. 7, 2022 F-15EX undergoes acoustic testing First time in more than 40 years an F-15 went through sound testing. First time ever for the GE-129 engines.
Oct. 24, 2022 Grey Wolf tests new rappelling system MH-139A’s dedicated FRIES equipment, increased power and the ability to handle center of gravity shifts due to Airmen rappelling in full gear were scrutinized.
Oct. 17, 2022 Cyberspace unit helps telescope reach operational acceptance 45th Test Squadron played role in Space Surveillance Telescope reaching Initial Operational Capability on Sept. 30.
Oct. 17, 2022 Cyberspace detachment to host software test workshop To inform the Hanscom-area acquisition workforce about test efforts and capabilities, the 96th Cyberspace Test Group, Detachment 1, located here, will host its semiannual test workshop Oct. 20.