#AFRL and @aircombatcmd are refining the @usairforce's deterrence capabilities with the recent flight of the XQ-67A under the Demonstration of ACP Performance and Effectiveness (Demon APE) project. The effort integrates advanced mission systems to support resilient, layered C2.🦾

With support from @SpaceX, the AFRL agile cargo pods were recovered after splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. Each pod contained representative mission equipment to study the effects of temperature, shock, and vibration of the cargo environments during launch and reentry. #Readiness

“There would be no CCA without the Air Force Research Laboratory,” Brig. Gen. Timothy Helfrich at the Ohio Defense and Aerospace forum in Dayton, Ohio.

Learn more about AFRL’s role in #CCA development via our Discovery to Delivery video series: bit.ly/AFRLCCA #AFRL

@SpaceX @SLDelta45 A UNI-PAC Ill life raft was also fit tested for the Starfall capsule & can be flown in future tests. #AFResearchlab is continuing to assess #RocketCargo capabilities for quickly transporting critical DoW materials to locations across the globe. Learn more: afrl.af.mil/News/Article-D…

AFRL conducted a test of preliminary Rocket Cargo capabilities via @SpaceX Bandwagon-5 on a Falcon 9 launching from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station @SLDelta45. This test involved a SpaceX Starfall capsule loaded with #AFRL agile cargo pods for point-to-point delivery missions.

80+ partners converged @EdwardsAFB for the first X-62 Research Symposium, setting the foundation for future research in advanced air combat.

Goal: 3 flight test concepts
Result: 30+ test concepts developed

Learn more: go.mil/1035yrp89i

#AFResearchLab | #Readiness

Congrats to Dr. Timothy Bunning on his induction into @theNAEng Class of 2026!

The former AFRL chief technology officer was honored for "novel work in optical applications of liquid crystal materials systems for commercial and defense applications." #AFResearchLab | #NAE

#AFRL vets new weapon-systems within the @usairforce's Weapon Open Systems Architecture (WOSA) standard and @anduriltech's Barracuda-M family of cruise missiles officially received that verification.

Learn more about WOSA and this milestone: go.mil/afrlwosa

AFRL recently demonstrated the capability of an innovative spacecraft propulsion system meant to bolster resiliency of future space operations.

Learn more about the Propulsion Optimization Unifying Chemical and Electric (POUNCE) system: go.mil/it596kfzuo
#AFRL | #AFRLSpace

Neural network control of an in-orbit satellite bus was accomplished by #AFRL, expanding the art of the possible for the safe use of #AI agents to help win the future.

Learn about AFRL's ACT3 team and their work getting this from "lab to orbit" through our link below.

#AFRLAI

Future readiness is built on collaborative science. AFRL, @AFOSR & @USSpaceForce invite you to "The Guardian Gateway" webinar tomorrow, Sept. 30, 2026 (4 to 5 p.m. ET), to explore pathways, opportunities, and partnerships.

Register at afosr.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23….

#AFResearchLab

AFRL is strengthening U.S. strategic advantage in space through its partnership with @blueorigin. The company is using AFRL’s high-altitude test facility @EdwardsAFB to develop new rocket propulsion tech.

Full story: blueorigin.com/news/blue-orig…

#PartnerWithAFRL | #RocketPropulsion

Future readiness is built on collaborative science. AFRL, @AFOSR & @USSpaceForce invite you to "The Guardian Gateway" webinar Sept. 30, 2026 (4 p.m. to 5 p.m. ET) to explore pathways, opportunities, and partnerships.

Register at afosr.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23….

#AFResearchLab

Today at 1300 | #AFANational Executive Panel: Leveraging Modeling & Sim for Combat Effectiveness on tracing the digital thread from design to sustainment.

Location: Potomac D

#AFResearchLab | #InventTheFuture

Starting at 10:35 AM in Chesapeake A at #AFANational: AFRL Media Roundtable on the 4th Paradigm of Science, the AFRL org design, and the CCA transition pipeline.

Media inquiries: AFRL.PA.Inquiry@us.af.mil

#AFResearchLab | #TechTransition | #DefenseMedia

We’re at @AFA_Air_Space's Conference! Visit Booths #303 and MB201 to explore how our innovation ecosystem connects researchers with technology leaders across AFRL’s critical capability areas.

#AFResearchLab | #AFANational | #InventTheFuture | #AirSpaceCyber

We Will Never Forget.

Today, we honor those whose lives were lost on Sept. 11 and those who rose to the challenge by serving their nation as first responders, service members, civilian volunteers and leaders from the local to the national level.

#Remember911 | #NeverForget

#AFRL & @usairforce's Advanced Battle Management System Cross-Functional Team recently integrated with @USSpaceForce at the Shadow Operations Center-Nellis during a battle management #AI experiment.

Rapid AI development is key to ensuring joint mission dominance. Read more⬇️

#AFRL's C-STARS Omaha, the @usairforce's only specialized team for biocontaiment care training, is conducting pre-deployment training for @usphscc personnel to support efforts stemming the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Learn more: go.mil/cstarsomaha

"How can you trust the output of a quantum computer if you can't verify it with the computers we have?" – Prof. Austin Minnich

This question inspired a recent @Caltech-hosted symposium to tackle quantum benchmarking.

#AFResearchLab | #QuantumComputing | #AFRLFoundationalTech

Ceramic materials have been used for centuries to build strong, heat-resistant structures.

The demands of faster aircraft mean improvements are needed, which is why AFRL's materials expert Dr. Matt Dickerson spoke on the @Materials_MRS podcast to discuss his team's novel work.

Happy 250th Independence Day America!🎆🎆🎆

AFRL is proud to support America’s military ingenuity and contributions to many of the innovations that we rely on every day. We look forward to inventing the future for the next 250 years!

#IndependenceDay | #Freedom250 | #Happy250

At AFRL, we set our sights on the horizon while delivering the solutions our warfighters need today. Hear from some of the dedicated folks within the lab on what this historic 250th anniversary milestone means to them. @DeptofWar @usairforce @USSpaceForce @HQ_AFMC | #America250

Strategic investments by @AFResearchLab @AFOSR shape next-generation of high-velocity aerospace systems: eurekalert.org/news-releases/…

@NASA | @JHUAPL | @TAMU

Image by: Dr. Bryan Morreale, TAMU

#AFResearchLab | #AFRLFoundationalTech | #USAirForce | #USSpaceForce | #PartnerWithAFRL

Memorial Day

A day we dedicate to those in the armed services who gave their lives in pursuit of the ultimate mission, protecting the United States and her allies during times of consequence.

We will never forget the price they paid and the citizens they helped protect.

Interested in:

✅Aerospace Engineering
✅Access to STEM Mentors
✅Team Collaboration

And above all, getting the chance to visit the largest collection of military aircraft in the world?

Then it's time to apply to AFRL's next APOP event before May 31: afresearchlab.com/apop-propulsio…

Understanding AFRL's major reorganization requires understanding the seven mission organizations that now constitute it.

Over the next few weeks, we plan to delve into each of these directorates to help you better understand how they are aiding AFRL's mission.

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Next year's Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program (APOP) is looking for interested engineering-focused university students to apply for next years event.👏

Learn more: afresearchlab.com/apop-propulsio…

#AFResearchLab | #USAirForce | #APOP27 | #StudentOpportunities

A major milestone for space tech!

AFRL worked with ThermAvant® TECHNOLOGIES to make Oscillating Heat Pipes (OHPs) now a proven, space-suitable technology, de-risked and ready for integration into mission-critical spacecraft.

#AFResearchLab | #Readiness | #PartnerWithAFRL

#ICYMI, AFRL and a myriad other groups across Wright Patterson AFB hosted the first All Star Leadership Day, an event dedicated to and made for enterprising high school students to see what career opportunities exist within the @usairforce. (1/3)

Impressed by AFRL's 17th annual APOP event last week? Then it's time to start looking into next year's challenge and how you can take part.

Learn how to apply and what to expect before the May 31st deadline via our link in the comments.

#AFResearchLab | #AFLCMC | #AFMC | #APOP

Join us in congratulating #AFRL’s own Dr. Sukrith Dev on being named the @usairforce's 2025 Laboratory Scientist for the third quarter!

This honor is bestowed to those whose research advances the capabilities of the @DeptofWar - and he did just that via the field of #photonics.

#AFRL's 17th Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program (APOP) event is kicking off at 12 PM ET today!

Swing by the @AFmuseum before 3 PM to visit the 21 university teams taking part and see their innovative solutions to current turbine engines via small gas turbine engines. #APOP

The application period for next year’s AFRL’s Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program (APOP) is open until May 31st!✍️

Check out how to apply and what’s needed to do so via the attached documents.⬇️⬇️⬇️

#AFResearchLab | #AFRLAPOP | #AFRLInnovates | #USAirForce

Our Aerospace Propulsion Outreach Program (APOP) is holding its 17th annual conference poster session at the @NMUSAF on April 17th – and you’re not going to want to fly by this one.

Stay tuned for updates on the event including live coverage the day itself.

#AFRLAPOP #APOP26

Introducing the most advanced C-STARS Simulation Center! In partnership with @uc_health, we're revolutionizing trauma #readiness. The 30k sq. ft. facility designed by AFRL's 711th HPW will triple our CCAT team training capacity. Learn more go.mil/7zchsdj7rr #PartnerWithAFRL

#AFRL and @ursamajortech recently executed a flight powered by the Draper liquid rocket engine.

This flight is an innovative step in the advancement of capabilities that strengthen deterrence and provide rapid global strike options for the @DeptofWar: go.mil/afrlarmd

🚨#AFRL AMAC REMINDER🚨

📷 Submissions close next Friday for AFRL's AMAC; this is perfect for orgs seeking a long-term R&D relationship.

Learn more: SAM.gov: bit.ly/AFRLAMAC
➡️Closes: Feb. 27 at 5 p.m.
➡️ET Q's: afrl.amac.mailbox@us.af.mil

#AFWERX

AFRL has opened its Multiple Award Contract (AMAC)—a long-term R&D contract vehicle accelerating aid to the @usairforce's tech mission:
-RFP on SAM.gov: lnkd.in/ercU7nut
-Submissions close: Friday, February 27 at 5 p.m. ET
-Q's: afrl.amac.mailbox@us.af.mil

Congratulations 2026 AFRL Fellows and ECAs!

20 scientists and engineers will be recognized for their outstanding career accomplishments at the 2025 Fellows and Early Career Awards banquet @AFmuseum on March 31st, 2026.

#AFRL | #AirForce | #SpaceForce | #Awardwinners

Happy 6th Birthday @USSSpaceForce! 🎉🎉🎉

#SpaceForceBirthday | #SpaceForce | #SpaceForceBday

Congrats to Dr. Robinson!👏

We are proud to highlight her achievements as a recipient of an AFRL ProtoStar Award, an @AFOSR program! Her work improving properties of solid rocket motors exemplifies excellence in high-quality high-impact #BasicResearch. #AFResearchLab

🗣️“This capability is a direct result of the powerful synergy between our engineers, operational users and medical professionals within the 711th Human Performance Wing.” - Brig. Gen. Bogart, 711 HPW Commander

#AFResearchLab | USAirForce | #BATDOK | #MedicalTech

Dr. Hough's pioneering work is crucial in delivering faster and more robust capabilities to our warfighters, showcasing our commitment to winning at speed. 🦾

Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation together! 🚀💡

#AFRL | #WinTogether | #FutureFaster

Join us in congratulating Dr. Kevin Geiss on his official confirmation as AFRL's new Executive Director!

#AFResearchLab | #USAirForce | #USSpaceForce

🚨 Industry Partners attending @AFA_Air_Space Conference next week! Join us 9/23 at 1pm in Room National Harbor 11 where a panel of experts will answer your questions about working with AFRL and @AFWERX.

Come early to guarantee your spot, seating will be limited.

#AFANational

Happy 78th Birthday @usairforce! We are the world's greatest Air Force because of those who have gone before us – particularly those who weren't afraid to break barriers and innovate processes for better operational results.

#AirForceBirthday | #USAirForce | #AFResearchLab |

Join us in welcoming Brian Fischer, a student at the @RoseHulman and #AFRLIntern! 🦾

The best part? Brian's team worked on creating a device that turns battery power into plug-in alternating current for warfighters in remote environments.⚡

#AFResaerchLab | #DoD | #Internships

#AFRL's goals to allow better, more agile testing to be conducted to allow more rapid deployment of future aircraft and systems just got a boost thanks to an expansion to the joint Flyer Øne initiative being run alongside @istari_digital.

Learn more via our link in the comments.

In partnership with Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35s and personnel, the U.S. Air Force’s 53rd Wing integrated a U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber into a long-range strike scenario employing the Air Force Research Laboratory’s QUICKSINK maritime weapon.

Learn more below.⬇️ #AFRL

Meet MSgt Justin Crawford the Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) of AFRL’s Occupational and Environmental Health Advanced Training Branch!

#AFResearchLab | #EmployeeSpotlight | #AirForce | #AirmenFeature
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Never Forget. This year marks 24 years since the attacks on September 11, 2001. The significance of the 9/11 attacks has not waned, and we still mourn for those who were lost that day.

#NeverForget | #PatriotDay

Meet SrA Lesli Tobar, a technical guidance consultant for the bioenvironmental engineering career field at AFRL and her responsibilities include providing subject matter expertise and strategically leading bioenvironmental engineering personnel to carry out their missions.
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AFRL’s @AFWERX and Joby Aviation teamed up 🤝to demonstrate autonomous aircraft 🛩️ capabilities with a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan during Resolute Force Pacific.

Check out the full article in the comments below ⤵️ to learn more.

#AFResearchLab | #WinTogether | #FutureFaster

#ICYMI, registration is still open for our Classified Industry Day event!

Join both #AFRL and @AFWERX leadership as they cover how we're innovating the future of R&D priorities for both the @usairforce and @SpaceForceDoD.

Take part in the future via our link in the comments. ⬇️

Meet TSgt James McEneany, Jr. a Flight and Operational Medical Technician who is currently assigned to USAFSAM’s Base Operational Medicine Development Division as a Section Chief of the Support Cell.⚕️

#AFResearchLab | #AFRLEmployeeSpotlight | #AirmenFeature | #USAirForce
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When an attack on a military installation occurs - swift response in both defensive measures and medical care is key to ensuring operative and operational security which is where AFRL's BATDOK.

Learn about its role in a @USAFMedicine led drone attack simulation in the comments.

If you're local to the Gem City area and are looking for something exciting to do before tonight's Dayton Dragon's Game - AFRL has your bases covered. ⚾

Come visit us as we show off amazing tech right in front of Day Air Ballpark from 5:30-6:45 EDT! 🐲

#AFResearchLab

WE HAVE LIFTOFF! 🎉🎉🎉

#ICYMI, the @SpaceForceDoD-106 mission successfully launched last week with AFRL's @usairforce Navigation Technology Satellite-3, or NTS-3, on @ulalaunch's Vulcan rocket! 🚀

📸: ULA

Learn via the top link in the comments.

#AFRresearchLab