Aug. 29, 2022 Eglin EOD begins training with new robotic system The Air Force Civil Engineer Center has begun the rollout of the T7 robot, built by L3Harris. The new robot is a major upgrade in both size and capability from its 20-year-old brother, the F6A. Eglin is one of the first installations to receive the new technology.
Jan. 11, 2022 AFIMSC prioritizes diversity, inclusion for EOD physical fitness test The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is leading the postpartum health guidance revision efforts for the upcoming Explosive Ordnance Disposal Airmen-specific physical fitness test policy.
Aug. 9, 2021 Eastern National Robot Rodeo showcases EOD emerging capabilities INDIAN HEAD, Md. – Explosive ordnance disposal and bomb squad experts in the Department of Defense and civilian sector tested the latest EOD robotics and emerging capabilities during the Eastern National Robot Rodeo and Capabilities Exercise Aug. 2-6 here.The Robot Rodeo, in its fifth year, was back
July 27, 2021 AFCEC begins rollout of upgraded EOD imaging tech TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Readiness Directorate has begun delivering upgraded portable imaging X-ray systems to explosive ordnance disposal flights around the Air Force. The new Vidisco Guardian 12 Digital Radiographic X-ray system enhances EOD capabilities
Jan. 22, 2021 AF Week in Photos This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.
Oct. 22, 2020 AFCEC begins rollout of high-tech EOD robots to installations TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Readiness Directorate made its first delivery of the new medium-size explosive ordnance disposal robot to the field Oct. 15, at Tyndall AFB. Over the next 16-18 months, AFCEC will deliver 333 high-tech robots to every EOD flight
Dec. 11, 2019 Retiring Det 9 chief recalls life-changing mission For Chief Master Sgt. William Ewing, who recently retired as Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Det. 9 senior enlisted adviser, a selfless decision to join an explosive ordnance disposal team on a mission in Iraq became an experience he will endure the rest of his life.
Oct. 17, 2019 AFIMSC Airman earns USMC leadership school distinction For Master Sgt. Paul Willson, attending the advanced Marine Corps Staff NCO Academy at Camp Pendleton, California, was the natural thing to do.
Aug. 15, 2019 EOD: Herk Nation ambassadors across Arkansas The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team at Little Rock Air Force Base completes countless hours of training and faces ample challenges in order to provide support to not only the base, but also to the entire state of Arkansas.
June 13, 2018 AFCEC warfighter shines at DoD warrior games Master Sgt. Linn Dillard is a warfighter, a cancer survivor, and overcame a traumatic brain injury. She’s also an athlete that recently won gold, silver and bronze medals in this year’s Department of Defense Warrior Games.