
F-35 Deployment Signals Bold New Chapter for Air Force Innovation
The first F-35 Lightning II has arrived at Eglin Air Force Base, launching advanced cyber and systems testing for the 96th Test Wing.

The first F-35 Lightning II has arrived at Eglin Air Force Base, launching advanced cyber and systems testing for the 96th Test Wing.

The Eglin AFB Tax Center is now open, offering free tax filing services and recruiting volunteers to support the base community through April.

Two juvenile bald eagles trapped together by a fishing lure near Eglin Air Force Base were rescued and released the same day thanks to swift action by biologists.

Several major highways near Eglin AFB will temporarily close Jan. 16 to support military testing missions, with closures lasting up to 90 minutes.

Two Airmen earned commissioning opportunities after presenting a low-cost drone detection system to senior Air Force leaders.

The Air Force is updating fitness test standards, offering more exercise options, and resuming official testing under new rules in July 2026.
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