Jul 2020 - Jun 2022, Deputy Commander, 412th Operations Group, Edwards AFB, CA Jun 2022 - Present, Vice Commander, Air Force Test Center, Edwards AFB, CA FLIGHT INFORMATION Rating: Senior pilot Flight hours: More than 2,300 Aircraft flown: C-17, KC-135, F-15, F-16, F-18, T-38, T-6, T-1 and more than 20 other types MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS January 2011- April 2014, Base Commander, Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Alpena, Mich. 12. 22, 2022.All winners and nominees competed in their respective Numbered Air Force and Headquarters command before competing at the major command level. Operations. Get Archive LLC, creator of PICRYL, endeavors to provide information that it possesses on the copyright status of the content and to identify any other terms and conditions that may apply to the use of the content, however, Get Archive LLC offers no guarantee or assurance that all pertinent information is provided, or that the information is correct in each circumstance. EC-18, 1993-; EC/NKC/C-135, 1993-; MC-130, 1995-. Defense Visual Information Distribution Service. He has conducted developmental tests on a wide range of aircraft and . The 412th Operations Group is the Air Force's largest Flight Test Operations Group, supporting 300 test programs on 76 aircraft of 12 different types which the Group hopes inspires future aviation enthusiasts to follow their dreams in the aviation world. In addition, the Michigan Air National Guard forces are assigned to Air Expeditionary Forces and are subject to deployment tasking orders along with their active duty and Air Force Reserve counterparts in their assigned cycle deployment window. Col. Grant Mizell, 412th Operations Group commander, highlights a test sortie flown by the Emerging Technology Combined Test Force to Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Air Force Materiel Command commander, on Rogers Dry Lake Bed on Edwards Air Force Base, California, July 13. The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) was established in 1934 by President Franklin Roosevelt. The YF-22A was selected to become the Air Force's new advanced tactical fighter after a brief demonstration and validation risk reduction flight test program. Members from the 728th Air Mobility Squadron assist humanitarian relief efforts by offloading a chartered 747-400F containing a 52-bed emergency field hospital tent from U.S. non-government organization Samaritan's Purse at Incirlik Air Base, Trkiye Feb. 10. GitHub export from English Wikipedia. Col. Christopher Spinelli took command of the 412th Operations Group June 26 in a change of command ceremony held in Hangar 1600. The 412th OG is the Air Force's largest flight test operations group. [5][12], On 18 August 1955 the 412th Fighter Group (Air Defense) was activated by Air Defense Command (ADC) at Wurtsmith Air Force Base, Michigan, where it assumed the mission, personnel and equipment of the 527th Air Defense Group, which was simultaneously inactivated. Benjamin Kram, 31st Test and Evaluation Squadron, teaches a young boy about using a flight simulator at the California Aeronautical University aviation career day in Bakersfield, Calif., Feb. 3, 2023. He also performs operational oversight of three geographically separated test units and numerous Air Force Research Laboratory programs. The P-59A was shortly joined by a second jet fighter, the Lockheed XP-80 Shooting Star. Members from Edwards AFB traveled on a C-12 Huron to the university to teach young people about aviation and the opportunities in aviation. Jessica Peterson, 412th Operations Group technical director, Lt. Col. Luis Garces, 412th OG Standardization and Evaluation chief, Capt. NARA keeps those Federal records that are judged to have continuing valueabout 2 to 5 percent of those generated in any given year. Taken in 1957 at Wurtsmuth AFB, Michigan. The wing performed free-flight testing of the Space Transportation System (STS) for NASA from 19781980, and in April 1981 recovered the shuttle Columbia following the first-ever orbital mission of a reusable spacecraft. Following their service during World War II, all Michigan National Guard units remaining in Federal service were officially deactivated by the Army. Cornet & Johnson, pp. RQ-4 Global Hawk, an unmanned aerial vehicle that has been used extensively in Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (Iraq), made its first flight at Edwards in February 1998 and has gone on to fill a critical role in the Global War on Terrorism. Students got to go inside of the C-12 Huron which was flown by the 412th Operations Group to get to the event. The hospital components were transported commercially to Antakya, Trkiye to give aid to those in need following the earthquakes that struck Trkiye on Feb. 6. The 67th Group was sent to Membury, England, in August 1942 and flew the Spitfire Mk V and Tiger Moths for a year until equipped with the F-6A Mustang. 46th Military Police Command - Lansing; 631st Troop Command - Lansing; Company B, BSTB, 37th BCT - Lansing; 156th Signal Company - Adrian; Region 2. . The 412th Test Wing (412 TW) is a wing of the United States Air Force, assigned to the Air Force Test Center at Edwards Air Force Base, California. 101537, Before an audience gathered at Terry Bison Ranch to. The Battle Creek squadron was assigned to Selfridge Air National Guard Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Adam Bowles). 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Joining with other A-10 "Thunderbolt" units from other state National Guards and active-duty Air Force personnel, the Michigan Air National Guard members formed the 104th Expeditionary Operations Group, which were deployed from mid-May to early July 1997. While deployed, it performed tests on radar and weapons system accuracy.[6]. The 412 th Operations Group is the Air Force's largest Flight Test Operations Group, supporting 300 test programs on 76 aircraft of 12 different types which the Group hopes inspires future aviation enthusiasts to follow their dreams in the aviation world. However the 31st remained at Wurtsmith only briefly, before swapping places with the 18th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron and moving to Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska on 20 August 1957, while the 18th moved from Ladd Air Force Base, Alaska to Wurtsmith. In the early 1990s, AFSC received YF-22A and the YF-23A Advanced Tactical Fighters. Washington, D.C., Oct. 15. Col. Grant Mizell, 412th Operations Group commander, highlights a test sortie flown by the Emerging Technology Combined Test Force to Gen. Duke Z. Richardson, Air Force Materiel Command commander, on Rogers Dry Lake Bed on Edwards Air Force Base, California, July 13. Instruction with one-on-one training was provided by a combination of U.S. Air Force military and civilian test pilots and engineers. "This career day is a great outreach tool,"Capt. April 2014 - April 2015, Commander, 127th Mission Support Group, Selfridge . Problems with the planes' Allison J33 engines kept the group's Shooting Stars grounded through part of 1945, and the plan's accident rate was twice that of any other fighter in the Army Air Forces inventory. Spinelli formerly commanded the 445th Flight Test Squadron here. Kids can get their hands on what we do and test out flying, he said. Richardson learned about the various CTFs within the 412th Test Wing and their . 412 Test Wing, 1 Oct 1993-. Oct. 17, 2022 - Through weeks of 12-hour days, 100-plus degree temperatures . "This topic has been near and dear to me for almost a decade." Public Use Notice of Limitations: https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright, team edwards say goodbye to one of its own. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo), Hundreds of local area students visit the California Aeronautical University aviation career day in Bakersfield, Calif., Feb. 3. [2][5], The 412th was the first American jet fighter group to be activated. The 412 Operations Group took over flying operations in 1993 for the 412 Test Wing which had transitioned into an objective test wing the previous year. Nov. 3, 2022 - Retired Sgt. 418 Test (later, 418 Flight Test): 1 Oct 1993-. James Chambers, Standardization and Evaluation, 412th Operations Group.). Deputy Commander, 22d Operations Group United States Air Force Jun 2021 - Present 1 year 10 months. [3], The wing is responsible for operating the base, including the infrastructure, communication systems, security, fire protection, transportation, supply, finance, contracting, legal services, personnel and manpower support, housing, education, chapel and quality of life programs on a 301,000-acre base in the middle of the Mojave Desert, the second largest base in the U.S. Air Force. Erickson passed away, Sept. 10, during a training exercise. It supports 300 test programs on 76 aircraft of 12 different types which the group hopes will inspire future aviation. 412th Test Wing Public Affairs, Cabrillo High School Aquarium awarded $425K state grant for installation of new exhibit, Hancock baseball team beats Moorpark, moves to 4-0 in WSC North, Saturday's Astrograph: Looking for a little guidance? Major units within the wing include the 412th Mission Support and the 412th Medical Groups, as well the 412th Civil Engineer/Transportation Directorate, 412th Security Forces Squadron and the Services and Comptroller Divisions. Jessica "Sting" Peterson, Technical Director, 412th Operations Group presents a Tehachapi glider trip prize to a winning student at California Aeronautical University Aviation Career Day in Bakersfield, California, Feb. 3. A group from Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., traveled on a C-12 Huron to the university to teach young people about aviation and the opportunities in aviation. Gen. Rolf E. Mammen. [6] 412th Operations Group is hiring qualified individauls to become part of the team. The Michigan National Guard was again required to undertake post-war re-establishment and organization from scratch. Assigned to support the U.S. First Army during the Normandy Campaign, the 107th became the first recon squadron to operate from French soil. For its efforts during this period, the 107th received the Presidential Unit Citation. Such was the case for the 107th Observation Squadron, which entered service with the 32nd Division. Lieutenant Colonel Kristine E. Thickstun is the Deputy Commander, 412th Mission Support Group, CMSgt. 26 Michigan Army and Air National Guard units were called to active military service during the Korean War. In June 1992, Air Force Systems Command was inactivated, being replaced by Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC). Capt. Col. Timothy Spaulding, 412th Operations Group Commander, Public Domain Dedication. It is one of the 29 original National Guard Observation Squadrons of the United States Army National Guard formed before World War II. The wing deployed support personnel and equipment to Southwest Asia for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm from, August 1990 March 1991. [4], It was reformed on 7 May 1926, as the 107th Observation Squadron and is oldest unit of the Michigan Air National Guard. "I know I want to be in the Air Force after I graduate," Beth from Taft Union High School said. The Texas native graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1996. Lt Col Kristine E. Thickstun Cain comes to AEDC from Edwards Air Force Base, California, where he was the 412th Operations Group commander. Insofar as possible, units were allotted to Michigan communities that had previously sponsored National Guard units and where state-owned or leased armory facilities were available. The 6510th assumed the flying mission of the Air Force Flight Test Center, which was established in June 1951. Using a virtual reality system, students could also execute traditional flight test maneuvers and control room operations. The late 1980s also witnessed the arrival of the first giant flying wing to soar over the base in nearly 40 years. From 1993 tested variety of assigned and loaned aircraft that included C-130, F-15, F-16, T-38, T-39, B-2, C-17, C-23A; F-22, F-117, B-1B, U-2, B-52, C-12, CV-22, RQ-4, X-45, YAL; MQ-1 and MQ-9. The objects in this collection are from The U.S. National Archives and Defense Visual Information Distribution Service. Aircraft is Convair F-102A-80-CO Delta Dagger serial 56-1440. Teff.[1]. GetArchive believes there are no usage restrictions or limitations put on content in the U.S. Get Archive LLC does not charge permission and license fees for use of any of the content on PICRYL, however, upon request, GetArchive can provide rights clearance for content for a fee.Get Archive LLC is the owner of the compilation of content that is posted on the PICRYL website and applications, which consists of text, images, audio, video, databases, tags, design, codes, and software ("Content"). The 107th became the first operational photographic reconnaissance squadron in Northern Europe. Warner Robins Air Logistics Center, Detachment 2, is responsible for the depot-level maintenance, repair and developmental test and evaluation of the U-2 Dragon Lady. Now named the Raptor, the F-22A continues to undergo test and evaluation by the Wing's 411th Flight Test Squadron. Farm Security Administration / Office of War Information Negatives, Civil Defense, Curtis Hall - DPLA - 422a5f5554077a571c87f6d3d172fa46, Belgian horsemen welcomed. [3], The 412th TW is host to over 100,000 visitors annually and supports over 25,000 dependents, retirees, and veterans. The 412 Operations Group took over flying operations in 1993 for the 412 Test Wing which had transitioned into an objective test wing the previous year. Initial priority was given to the organization of the State Headquarters, the 46th Infantry Division, and Air National Guard units. It is also the host wing for Edwards Air Force Base, Calif. the 2nd largest base in the Air Force. "Around 700 students came through, mainly high school students, that wanted to learn about aviation and the opportunities in aviation. Hosted by the 412th Operations Group representing Edwards Air Force Base, students visiting the California Aeronautical University Aviation Career Day in Bakersfield, California got the chance to experience being a Test Pilot and a Flight Test Engineer Feb 3. The 412th Mission Support Group also serves as the base liaison to the local school district, Army and Air Force Exchange Service and Defense Commissary Agency. With the exception of those who elected to remain on active duty, most of Michigan's Guardsmen completed their tours of duty by the late spring or summer of 1952 and returned home.[10]. Before the Normandy landings in June 1944, pilots of the Michigan National Guard's 107th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron were flying photographic missions in preparation for D-Day. "This career day is a great outreach tool,"Capt. June 2005 - January 2011, Commander, 110th Operations Support Flight, A-10A and A-10C Instructor/Evaluator Pilot, 110th Fighter Wing, Battle Creek ANGB, Mich. 11. Benjamin Kram, 31st Test and Evaluation Squadron, Lt. Col. Jessica Tompkins, 412th OG deputy commander, Alysha Rivera, 412th OG and Capt. "This is their career fair," Jessica Peterson, 412th Operations Group technical director explained." Col. Tony Schenk, 437th Operations Group deputy commander. James Chambers, 412th OG Standardization and Evaluation, pose next to a C-12 Huron the group from Edwards Air Force Base took to the California Aeronautical University to teach young people about aviation and the opportunities in aviation. The wing continues to provide an alternate landing site services for STS recovery, most recently for the Atlantis during its STS-117 mission. Public Use Notice of Limitations: https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright, team edwards say goodbye to one of its own. "We are so excited to meet some local kids and tell them about the opportunities at Edwards that are right here in their backyard," Peterson said. The mission of the groups flight test squadrons encompassed almost every aircraft in the Air Force inventory and consisted of air vehicle development, testing, and evaluation of both manned and unmanned aerospace vehicles for US and foreign governments. Inducted strength of these units totaled 2,742 officers and men. [2][13] This action was part of ADC's Project Arrow, which was designed to bring back on the active list the fighter units which had compiled memorable records in the two world wars. Please purchase a subscription to continue reading. On 18 August 1955 the 412th Fighter Group (Air Defense) was activated by Air Defense Command (ADC) at Wurtsmith Air Force Base, Michigan, where it assumed the mission, personnel and equipment of the 527th Air Defense Group, which was simultaneously inactivated. This strength was not attained, however, because the United States War Department immediately began to scale down its plans. The two prototype fighters were the first airplanes to blend stealth technology with agility and high-speed, supersonic cruise capability. (Pictured from to right: Jessica "Sting" Peterson, Technical Director, 412th Operations Group, Lt. Col. Luis Garces, Chief of Standardization and Evaluation, 412th Operations Group, Capt. [10], In November 1945, the group moved to March Field, California, where the 39th Photographic Reconnaissance Squadron was attached to it to begin testing the P-80 as a reconnaissance aircraft. Paul Mondron; Commissioner Hazen; Lieut. Promotional Rates were found for your code. 2 talking about this. This article incorporates public domain material from the Air Force Historical Research Agency. As a state militia, the Michigan Air National Guard are not in the United States Air Force chain of command unless it is federalized. 415 Test (later, 415 Flight Test): 1 Oct 1993-1 Oct 1994. It supports 300 test programs on 76 aircraft of 12 different types which the group hopes will inspire future aviation enthusiasts to follow their dreams in the aviation world. The squadron assembled, serviced, and repaired aircraft during World War I. The squadron flew an additional 1,800-plus missions after May 1944 and participated in four campaigns following Normandy.[7]. Air Force Reserve Command safety director,Col. John A. Lesho, III,announces Safety Award Winners for FY '22. 412th Operations Group travels to Bakersfield to inspire new generation of aviators, (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joseph Sebastian Pol Gocong). (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo), Capt. Benjamin "Vader" Kram, 31st Test and Evaluation Squadron teaches a student about how to use the flight simulator at California Aeronautical University Aviation Career Day in Bakersfield, California, Feb. 3. Azzano graduated from the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards AFB in 2000 and later returned as the 412th Operations Group commander. Maj. Terry New, a U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) Emergency Management Specialist working at the 412th Theater Engineer Command (TEC), bids farewell to over 31 years as an Army civilian on Dec. 31 after. The X-35A won the competition in 2001 and will eventually be built in various versions for America's flying armed services and for foreign air forces as well. Col. Tony Schenk, 437th Operations Group deputy commander. 10. 29 original National Guard Observation Squadrons, "Michigan Air National Guard Commander and Assistant Adjutant General - Air", "Order of Battle: 107th FS Michigan Air National Guard", "DMVA - Michigan National Guard in World War II", Rosenfeld, Susan and Gross, Charles J (2007), Air National Guard at 60: A History. It supports 300 test programs on 76 aircraft of 12 different types which the group hopes will inspire future aviation enthusiasts to follow their dreams in the aviation world. The new wing had a long, established history at Edwards, having been the base host unit since the establishment of the USAF Flight Test Center. The squadron's pilots flew 384 missions to perform the dangerous task of photographically mapping the French coast before D-Day. The Mission Support Group delivers combat and test-enabling mission support to over 11,000 personnel assigned to Edwards Air Force Base, the 412th Test Wing, the Air Force Research Laboratory, NASAs Flight Research Facility and 50 associate units on an installation spanning 308,000 acres. [21] Alert aircraft armed with Genies could not be launched to identify unknown aircraft unless at DEFCON 1.[22]. Blvd., Lansing, Michigan 48911. Col. Ted A. Detwiler, 97th Operations Group commander. Spinelli assumed command of the group from Col. Scott Cain (right) who led the unit for the past two years. Ferdinand Poswick. "This is their career fair," Jessica Peterson, 412th Operations Group technical director explained." Before that he served at the F-35 Integration Office at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. His Edwards experience includes TPS and assignments with the 445th FLTS and 416th Flight Test Squadron. They came to learn more about CAU and local aviation opportunities including ours.". Members from the 728th Air Mobility Squadron assist humanitarian relief efforts by offloading a chartered 747-400F containing a 52-bed emergency field hospital tent from U.S. non-government organization Samaritan's Purse at Incirlik Air Base, Trkiye Feb. 10. In March 1956 the group's 445th Squadron became the first unit in ADC to convert to the F-89H, which could carry the GAR-1 Falcon in addition to Mighty Mouse rockets. [6] The group developed training programs and trained aircrew and ground personnel as cadres for newly formed jet aircraft-equipped units. The 412 th Operations Group is the Air Force's largest Flight Test Operations Group, supporting 300 test programs on 76 aircraft of 12 different types which the Group hopes inspires future aviation enthusiasts to follow their dreams in the aviation world.