Latest "Kirtland Air Force base" stories

US Space Force rapid capabilities office to deliver first project this year

Projects managed by the Space Rapid Capabilities Office are classified, but the director of the organization told reporters initial deliveries are coming in late 2022 and 2023.

By Courtney Albon

15 months ago

Maj. Gen. William T. Cooley, Air Force Research Laboratory commander, speaks during the FIRST LEGO League Tournament closing ceremony in the Wright State University Nutter Center, Dayton, Ohio, Feb. 3, 2019. (Air Force/R.J. Oriez)

Air Force general’s sister-in-law describes alleged sexual assault in Day 2 of court-martial

Maj. Gen. Bill Cooley is the former commander of the Air Force Research Laboratory.

By Rachel S. Cohen

17 months ago

Military considers three states for permanent Space Force training HQ

Officials will compare bases in Colorado, California and Florida to host the space training mission.

By Rachel S. Cohen

18 months ago

Air Force takes next step in fuel cleanup at New Mexico base

The U.S. Air Force has spent years trying to keep a jet fuel leak from reaching Albuquerque’s drinking water supply.

2 years ago

New Mexico space innovation hub launches with federal funding

The new hub will help develop the growing space industry located around Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico.

By Nathan Strout

2 years ago

Space Force opens facility to improve war-fighting capabilities

The new Rendezvous and Proximity Satellite Operations Center will conduct on-orbit experiments and demonstrations for the youngest branch of the military.

By Nathan Strout

2 years ago