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Feb. 14, 2020
Pilot Training Next celebrates first solo flights on 25th training day

Pilot Training Next's third iteration marked a milestone as two students flew their first solos at JBSA-Randolph, Texas, Feb. 14, 2020.
Feb. 14, 2020
14th FTW innovation flight augments pilot training through VR technology

Columbus Air Force Base’s Innovation flight has continued their efforts to integrate virtual reality technology into pilot training creating quality pilots for the Air Force faster.
Feb. 13, 2020
Altus Spark Cell encourages Airmen to innovate

Airmen of the 97th Air Mobility Wing attended a demonstration of the software and equipment utilized by the Wing Innovation Advancement Center, Feb. 10, 2020. The center was established as a venue for members of the 97th AMW to think creatively and explore software, equipment and models.
Jan. 30, 2020
502nd CS hosts technology expo at JBSA-Lackland

Technologies displayed at the expo were relevant to a diverse mixture of professional fields including information technology, software engineering, audio-visual communication and network security.
Jan. 28, 2020
BMT adaptive learning platform beta-test focus on latest "The Air Force Starts Here"

Air Education and Training Command’s emphasis on the use of technology to aggressively and cost-effectively modernize education and training is the focus of the latest episode of "The Air Force Starts Here," released Jan. 28, 2020. The team sat down with Capt. Tyler Hoff, an Air Force basic military
Jan. 24, 2020
PMEL introduces a safer, efficient way of teaching

The 335th Training Squadron at Keesler AFB has introduced a new way of teaching students of the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory career field in 2020.
Jan. 24, 2020
PMEL introduces a safer, efficient way of teaching

The 335th Training Squadron at Keesler AFGB has introduced a new way of teaching students of the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory career field in 2020 using a new virtual reality training experience to create a more interactive and efficient way of training.
Jan. 21, 2020
AETC, AMC team up on VR solutions for modern C-130 training

With technology constantly changing, the Air Force is actively seeking innovative methods to train today’s Airmen with tomorrow’s technology. The Air Force is committed to world-class training for Airmen by preventing stagnation in education through constant innovation to meet the needs of a new
Jan. 10, 2020
Pilot Training Next’s third class underway

Pilot Training Next begins the New Year with the start of the third iteration here Jan. 8.
Jan. 8, 2020
"The Air Force Starts Here" pod now on Spotify, Google Play

To better accommodate Android and Google mobile users, Air Education and Training Command’s professional development podcasts are now available for download or streaming listening on two new platforms beginning this month.