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   The official website for the Edwards Air Force Base: The Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe. Find out everything there is to know about Edwards Air Force Base.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Edwards_Air_Force_BaseEdwards Air Force Base - Wikipedia

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   Edwards Air Force Base (AFB) (IATA: EDW, ICAO: KEDW, FAA LID: EDW) is a United States Air Force installation in California. Most of the base sits in Kern County, but its eastern end is in San Bernardino County and a southern arm is in Los Angeles County. The hub of the base is Edwards, California.

4. installations.militaryonesource.mil › edwards-afbEdwards AFB | Base Overview & Info - MilitaryINSTALLATIONS

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   Find key information & resources for Edwards AFB in California including contacts, important messages, directions, cost of living, and more.

   • Location: 90 Farrell Drive, Bldg 5620, Edwards AFB, 93524, CA

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5. www.space.com › 29543-edwards-air-force-baseEdwards Air Force Base: History & Missions | Space

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   The Edwards site was mostly unpopulated desert until the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1876, according to Edwards' website. In 1882, the lakebed of Edwards (called Rodriguez Dry Lake at the time) was host to a water stop for the Santa Fe Railroad. "Rodriguez" was later changed to "Rodgers" and then "Rogers." Around 1910, the Corum fam...

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   The base underwent a name change in 1949 to honor an airman who died the year previously, Capt. Glen W. Edwards. Quickly, the natural lakebed and the talent of the local pilots attracted high-powered research to Edwards, providing a location where highly experimental aircraft could be tested. All of the United States' first generation of jets under...

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   Much of Edwards' work today remains under wraps due to the secret nature of its mission, but the base's website acknowledges that it has helped with efforts such as the recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the war of terrorism more generally. One notable program was the single-seater Lockheed Martin X-35, which was tested at Edwards Air Force B...

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6. www.aftc.af.mil › Portals › 55Edwards AFB

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   INTRODUCTION. by. Dr. James O. Young. 2001. The origins of Edwards AFB date to September of 1933 when Lieutenant Colonel Henry H. “Hap” Arnold established Muroc Bombing and Gunnery Range, within the confines of present-day Edwards AFB, as a remote training site for his March Field squadrons.

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8. militarybaseguide.com › edwards-air-force-baseEdwards Air Force Base - Military Base Guide

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   Edwards Air Force Base: Located in Southern California, this base is home to the Air Force Test Center, Air Force Test Pilot School, and NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center. It is famous for its role in the development and testing of many aircraft since WWII.

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   Sep 29, 2021 · Welcome to Edwards Air Force Base, located on the fringes of the Mojave Desert of California. The base is the second largest air force base in the entire United States and features the longest runway in the country. It sits on 301,000 acres and hosts around 2,500 personnel.

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    What is Edwards Air Force base known for?

    • Edwards Air Force Base: Located in Southern California, this base is home to the Air Force Test Center, Air Force Test Pilot School, and NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center. It is famous for its role in the development and testing of many aircraft since WWII.

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    Where is Edwards AFB located?

    • The base is surrounded by a number of California communities in Kern County, including a few fast-growing cities. Located about 30 miles from Edwards AFB is the city of Lancaster, California. The town has constantly been growing since the Aerospace Industry moved into the area.

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    Is Edwards AFB remote?

    • Edwards AFB skirts the edges of the Mojave Desert, but this doesn’t mean that it is totally remote. The base is surrounded by a number of California communities in Kern County, including a few fast-growing cities. Located about 30 miles from Edwards AFB is the city of Lancaster, California.

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    How do I get to Edwards Air Force base?

    • If you are traveling to California by commercial air to Los Angeles International Airport you have two means of transportation to Edwards Air Force Base. One is to have your sponsor pick you up at LAX. Another is to take the Antelope Express shuttle that will drop you off at the Comfort Inn, in Lancaster, 1825 W. Ave, J-12, Lancaster, CA 93534.

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    Who represents Edwards AFB?

    • In the California State Senate, Edwards AFB is in the 16th Senate District, represented by Democrat Melissa Hurtado. In the California State Assembly, it is in the 36th Assembly District, represented by Democrat Eduardo Garcia. [ 61 ]

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    Who staffed Edwards Air Force base?

    • It is staffed by a mixture of civilian defense contractors, as well as USAF personnel. Contained inside Edwards Air Force Base is NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) where modern aircraft research is still active (e.g. the Boeing X-45). The AFRC is home to many of the world's most advanced aircraft.

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