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  • Four gentleman are around a table on a black and white photo.

    Travis AFB innovation cell dedicates new lab to Air Force legend: Lt. Gen. John Gonge

    The Travis AFB Phoenix Spark innovation cell revealed the name for its new location, April 9, 2021. The space is being named in honor of retired Lt. Gen. John Gonge.
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    92nd MXS innovates bracket essential to extending KC-135 lifespan

    The 92nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology shop, created a jackscrew mounting bracket for the KC-135 Stratotanker after the discovery of a damaged bracket during a routine inspection.
  • Dan Rini, the Rini Technologies president, presents a proposal for a personal cooling system to 6th Air Refueling Wing leadership, during MacDill Pitch Day Jan. 22, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. MacDill Pitch Day provides an opportunity for MacDill Air Force Base to partner with small businesses to find solutions to challenges on base.

    MacDill beating the heat with innovation

    It is 5 P.M. and you have been outside on a hot and humid 105-degree day for 12 hours. All you can think about is being able to go inside and feel a cool breeze from the air conditioning unit in your car and house; imagine if you did not have to go inside to stay cool. Aiming to allow military members to work hard in a more comfortable environment, the Personal Cooling System (PCS) provided by Florida-based RINI Technologies keeps Airmen at a cool 72-degrees while being compact enough to wear beneath protective gear and clothing.
  • Dan Rini, the Rini Technologies president, presents a proposal for a personal cooling system to 6th Air Refueling Wing leadership, during MacDill Pitch Day Jan. 22, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. MacDill Pitch Day provides an opportunity for MacDill Air Force Base to partner with small businesses to find solutions to challenges on base.

    MacDill beating the heat with innovation

    It is 5 P.M. and you have been outside on a hot and humid 105-degree day for 12 hours. All you can think about is being able to go inside and feel a cool breeze from the air conditioning unit in your car and house; imagine if you did not have to go inside to stay cool. Aiming to allow military members to work hard in a more comfortable environment, the Personal Cooling System (PCS) provided by Florida-based RINI Technologies keeps Airmen at a cool 72-degrees while being compact enough to wear beneath protective gear and clothing.
  • A 3D printer makes face shields.

    3D printing hobby helps healthcare workers during COVID-19

    U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Marshall, 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron NCO in charge of mobility readiness spares packages, along with his wife, Angie, recently began creating face shields with a 3D printer. They donate the face shields to healthcare workers at the 19th Medical Group and medical professionals in the local community.
  • U.S. Air Force Gen. Maryanne Miller, Air Mobility Command commander, greets Col. Steve Snelson, 6th Air Refueling Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Green, 6th ARW command chief, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Feb. 12, 2019. Miller visited MacDill and toured various squadrons around the base Feb. 12-14, 2020.

    AMC commander visits Team MacDill

    Gen. Maryanne Miller, Air Mobility Command commander, Maj. Gen. Sam Barrett, 18th Air Force commander and Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, AMC command chief, visited Team MacDill Feb. 12-14 to witness first-hand how Airmen here deliver unmatched air refueling, installation and mission support.
  • Dan Rini, the Rini Technologies president, presents a proposal for a personal cooling system to 6th Air Refueling Wing leadership, during MacDill Pitch Day Jan. 22, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. MacDill Pitch Day provides an opportunity for MacDill Air Force Base to partner with small businesses to find solutions to challenges on base.

    Fast money: MacDill awards small businesses for innovative thinking

    Keeping with the innovation initiatives set by the Air Force, the 6th Contracting Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base hosted its second pitch day event Jan. 22, in Tampa, Florida.
  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kurt Hatch, 92nd Logistics Readiness Squadron assistant noncommissioned officer in charge, evaluates the results of transmission fluid analyzed by the Micro Lab 40 Series at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Nov. 4, 2019. The oil analysis takes about five minutes per sample and provides data that technicians use to see if the oil needs to be changed or if there are indicators of future damage or component failure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Anneliese Kaiser)

    Innovation funds propel 92nd LRS, save AF money

    The 92nd Logistics Readiness Squadron was recently awarded innovation funds to pursue a state-of-the-art oil analyzer to improve vehicle maintenance flight operations and save the Air Force approximately $35,000 per year. The idea was first presented at Team Fairchild’s Inland Spark Pitch competition June 2019, and although it wasn’t one of the winning ideas, the squadron still received funds due to the product’s features and potential savings.
  • U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. David Fernandez, 92nd Logistic Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance superintendent, pitches his idea to judges at the Energy Spark Tank forum held by the 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Oct. 29, 2019. Similar to Fairchild’s previous Inland Spark competition that focused on innovation, the 92nd CES Spark Tank focused on energy initiatives that propel Fairchild to continue being Green in 19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)

    Airmen light up Spark Tank with bright ideas

    Airmen participated in a Team Fairchild Energy Innovation Spark Tank event hosted by the 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron, Oct. 29, at the Red Morgan Center. All Airmen were welcome to pitch their innovative energy ideas to a panel that consisted of 92nd CES leadership, energy management and environmental office representatives who play a critical role in implementing energy conservation actions.
  • Chris Wood, Ten X Strategies L.L.C managing director, speaks on developing a roadmap for innovation during the 2019 Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow summit in the base theater at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, April 19, 2019. Team Fairchild hosted the third annual LIFT summit, with this year’s showcase focused on inspiring innovation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lawrence Sena)

    2019 LIFT inspires innovation at Fairchild

    Team Fairchild hosted the third annual Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow summit April 19 at the base theater, with this year’s topic focused on inspiring innovation. This year’s summit consisted of seven speakers ranging from retired military, active duty, business executives, and civilians with ties to the local area. Each speaker shared their stories of innovative success and how to develop a culture of innovation.
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