07/04/2021
Happy #IndependenceDay to the Home of the Brave. #HappyFourth
Happy #IndependenceDay to the Home of the Brave. #HappyFourth
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07/02/2021
Stay safe this 4th of July
🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸 Check out some tips to stay safe during your celebrations!
Celebrating our nation on the 4th of July should never end in tragedy. Sadly, the holiday can become deadly when alcohol and fireworks are thrown in the mix.
07/01/2021
Aircraft weight is a key aspect of fuel burn, so the heavier the aircraft, the more fuel it takes to fly it. So, we are introducing light-weight parts into operations. We initiated research into technology that replaces heavier, and unsafe metal winch cables with a lightweight synthetic equivalent, reducing aircraft weight by approximately 80 pounds and more importantly, enhancing safety. #FuelMoreFight
Aircraft weight is a key aspect of fuel burn, so the heavier the aircraft, the more fuel it takes to fly it. So, we are introducing light-weight parts into operations. We initiated research into technology that replaces heavier, and unsafe metal winch cables with a lightweight synthetic equivalent, reducing aircraft weight by approximately 80 pounds and more importantly, enhancing safety. #FuelMoreFight
06/30/2021
Operational energy is critical to our combat capability and readiness. In FY20, the United States Air Force burned approximately 1.6 BILLION gallons of aviation fuel. We're working to mitigate energy risk and optimize the future of aviation fuel. #FuelMoreFight
Operational energy is critical to our combat capability and readiness. In FY20, the United States Air Force burned approximately 1.6 BILLION gallons of aviation fuel. We're working to mitigate energy risk and optimize the future of aviation fuel. #FuelMoreFight
06/28/2021
Why do logistics matter? We rely on a complex logistics network to deliver fuel to the warfighter. Check out how we've integrated energy into wargaming to ensure the fuel is there when we need it. #NationalLogisticsDay https://go.usa.gov/xwBe6
Why do logistics matter? We rely on a complex logistics network to deliver fuel to the warfighter. Check out how we've integrated energy into wargaming to ensure the fuel is there when we need it. #NationalLogisticsDay https://go.usa.gov/xwBe6
06/24/2021
Our office is exploring a number of ways to improve engine efficiency. For example, simply washing engines regularly has been shown to increase engine time-on-wing, while improving performance. #FuelMoreFight
Our office is exploring a number of ways to improve engine efficiency. For example, simply washing engines regularly has been shown to increase engine time-on-wing, while improving performance. #FuelMoreFight
06/22/2021
Did you know that landing with excess fuel can lead to increased maintenance? Our data shows that landing 'heavy' leads to SIX TIMES more landing gear maintenance actions, impacting aircraft availability and readiness. #FuelMoreFight
Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xwBwx
Did you know that landing with excess fuel can lead to increased maintenance? Our data shows that landing 'heavy' leads to SIX TIMES more landing gear maintenance actions, impacting aircraft availability and readiness. #FuelMoreFight
Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xwBwx
06/20/2021
To our fathers and father figures, thanks for being there. #HappyFathersDay
To our fathers and father figures, thanks for being there. #HappyFathersDay
06/18/2021
Department of Energy Boosts Climate Change Mitigation at Federal Facilities through Efficient, Clean Energy Projects
Attention installations! Working a third party performance contract? Leverage an AFFECT grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to increase the project scope. Less than 1 month to apply! https://www.energy.gov/eere/articles/department-energy-boosts-climate-change-mitigation-federal-facilities-through
DOE issued a $13 million solicitation for new energy projects that will help federal facilities improve the efficiency of their operations and reduce their carbon footprint.
06/18/2021
Wanna get away? We got your ride. #WannaGetAwayDay
Wanna get away? We got your ride. #WannaGetAwayDay
06/17/2021
#ICYMI Air Force Civil Engineer Center talks Installation of the Future and their new Installation Resilience Operations Center (IROC).
A revolutionary tool for energy managers, civil engineers and others, is being pioneered at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Natural Disaster Recovery Division. We're excited to see how the Installation Resilience Operations Center, or IROC, will link a wide range of technologies together!
#BattleReadyBuiltRight #resilience #afenergy US Air Force Civil Engineers Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center
06/17/2021
Happy #NationalFlagWeek. Are you folding it the correct way? 🇺🇸🇺🇸 Check it out. https://go.usa.gov/x6Qcn
Happy #NationalFlagWeek. Are you folding it the correct way? 🇺🇸🇺🇸 Check it out. https://go.usa.gov/x6Qcn
06/16/2021
#DYK 8,000 additional sorties could be fueled annually if we improved efficiency across the United States Air Force by 1 percent?! #FuelMoreFight ✈️✈️✈️
Learn more here: https://go.usa.gov/x6nhy
#DYK 8,000 additional sorties could be fueled annually if we improved efficiency across the United States Air Force by 1 percent?! #FuelMoreFight ✈️✈️✈️
Learn more here: https://go.usa.gov/x6nhy
06/09/2021
ESPC awarded for Cannon AFB
New energy savings performance contract awarded at Cannon Air Force Base to support energy assurance needs! The project will generate an energy savings of 77,883 MBtu and reduce carbon emissions by 10,700 metric tons annually
Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, is receiving energy efficiency infrastructure improvements through an Energy Saving Performance Contract awarded by the Defense Logistics Agency-Energy on June 3,
06/07/2021
What does our Operational Energy team focus on, you ask? 1) Mitigating energy risks
2) Enhancing combat capability
3) Supporting the warfighter
Through energy-informed solutions, we're leading the way toward a more optimized Force. #FuelMoreFight
What does our Operational Energy team focus on, you ask? 1) Mitigating energy risks
2) Enhancing combat capability
3) Supporting the warfighter
Through energy-informed solutions, we're leading the way toward a more optimized Force. #FuelMoreFight
06/04/2021
How do we satisfy that #TankerThirst?? A complex global fuel logistics system ensures energy is delivered to the warfighter. Anytime, anywhere. #NoFuelNoFight
How do we satisfy that #TankerThirst?? A complex global fuel logistics system ensures energy is delivered to the warfighter. Anytime, anywhere. #NoFuelNoFight
06/03/2021
Combating Climate Change Factors Into Defense Budget Request
Improving the resilience of these bases to extreme weather events is critical, said Joe Bryan, DOD's senior climate advisor. "The things we do to improve resilience to extreme weather events, which we're clearly facing, will also have payouts for things like cyber attacks," Bryan said.
"We rely on public infrastructure a lot, whether it's water systems or electrical systems, so you have to figure out ways in which to improve the resilience of your military base and the critical functions [and] the critical missions that are run out of there."
#NoFuelNoFight
Climate change affects much of what the Defense Department does, and planners need to take droughts, wildfires, sea level rise and destructive storms into consideration going forward, DOD senior
05/31/2021
#HonorTheFallen #MemorialDay
Honor them
On Memorial Day, we remember the service members who died while serving in the U.S. military. May they rest in peace.
What are you doing today to honor them?
#HonorThem #MemorialDay
05/27/2021
We're exploring Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) as a second fuel option (along with jet fuel) for future dual-fuel capable aircraft. LNG contains more energy per unit mass than jet fuel so it could provide more opportunities for increased payload and fuel offload capabilities in our bomber, mobility, and tanker aircraft! #FuelMoreFight
We're exploring Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) as a second fuel option (along with jet fuel) for future dual-fuel capable aircraft. LNG contains more energy per unit mass than jet fuel so it could provide more opportunities for increased payload and fuel offload capabilities in our bomber, mobility, and tanker aircraft! #FuelMoreFight
05/26/2021
Remember the first time you got airborne? #NationalPaperAirplaneDay
Remember the first time you got airborne? #NationalPaperAirplaneDay
05/24/2021
Big shout-out to our maintainers for making sure we're ready to FLY. #AviationMaintenanceTechnicianDay
Big shout-out to our maintainers for making sure we're ready to FLY. #AviationMaintenanceTechnicianDay
05/19/2021
We work with Air Force Research Laboratory - AFRL to support the Ultra Long Endurance Aerial Platform (Ultra LEAP), an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) that delivers high-endurance and cost-effective performance. It can remain airborne for 60 hours, which is unprecedented for its size class, and is currently being enhanced for up to 80 hours of endurance! #FuelMoreFight
We work with Air Force Research Laboratory - AFRL to support the Ultra Long Endurance Aerial Platform (Ultra LEAP), an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) that delivers high-endurance and cost-effective performance. It can remain airborne for 60 hours, which is unprecedented for its size class, and is currently being enhanced for up to 80 hours of endurance! #FuelMoreFight
05/18/2021
Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force, Mr. Guerrero, takes a ride in the Halvorsen Loader - a hybrid-powered, rapidly deployable, high reach mechanized aircraft loader. It can lift up to 25k lbs!
Disclaimer: No SES's were harmed in the making of this photo.
05/17/2021
#DYK that drones have caused the overall USAF fuel efficiency to increase? We call it the 'Drone Effect' and they are a great example of how we can increase capability and optimize operations at the same time! #FuelMoreFight
#DYK that drones have caused the overall USAF fuel efficiency to increase? We call it the 'Drone Effect' and they are a great example of how we can increase capability and optimize operations at the same time! #FuelMoreFight
05/13/2021
The demand for energy will continue to increase in the years ahead. We're working to integrate innovative technologies and processes into Air Force operations to optimize our consumption.
The demand for energy will continue to increase in the years ahead. We're working to integrate innovative technologies and processes into Air Force operations to optimize our consumption.
05/12/2021
We could not have gotten through this past year without our nurses. Thank you for your grit, dedication, and care. #InternationalNursesDay
We could not have gotten through this past year without our nurses. Thank you for your grit, dedication, and care. #InternationalNursesDay
05/11/2021
Even within the US, fuel still has to travel long distances to get to the end-user. Logistics experts help ensure our aircraft have the jet fuel they need, when and where they need it. #NoFuelNoFight
Even within the US, fuel still has to travel long distances to get to the end-user. Logistics experts help ensure our aircraft have the jet fuel they need, when and where they need it. #NoFuelNoFight
05/07/2021
We couldn't do it without you. Thank you for all you do. #NationalMilitarySpouseAppreciationDay
We couldn't do it without you. Thank you for all you do. #NationalMilitarySpouseAppreciationDay
05/06/2021
The USAF uses jet fuel purchased through the open market. While we try to plan for changes, high prices can sometimes lead to budget shortfalls. Integrating smart energy solutions into our operations is critical to reducing demand and preventing added cost. #NoFuelNoFight
The USAF uses jet fuel purchased through the open market. While we try to plan for changes, high prices can sometimes lead to budget shortfalls. Integrating smart energy solutions into our operations is critical to reducing demand and preventing added cost. #NoFuelNoFight
05/04/2021
What are you getting after? #MayThe4thBeWithYou
What are you getting after? #MayThe4thBeWithYou
05/04/2021
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Thank you for your continued service and dedication. #AAPIHeritageMonth
The Defense Department pays tribute to the contributions and dedicated service of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, past and present, in defense of the nation during May and throughout the year.
04/29/2021
On commercial aircraft, the fuel burn per passenger has decreased by over 45% since 1968 thanks to innovative technologies like winglets, and streamlined processes like precision fuel planning. Do you think the USAF would benefit? #FuelMoreFight
https://theicct.org/sites/default/files/publications/ICCT_Aircraft-FE-Trends_20150902.pdf
On commercial aircraft, the fuel burn per passenger has decreased by over 45% since 1968 thanks to innovative technologies like winglets, and streamlined processes like precision fuel planning. Do you think the USAF would benefit? #FuelMoreFight
https://theicct.org/sites/default/files/publications/ICCT_Aircraft-FE-Trends_20150902.pdf
04/27/2021
Advanced infrared and laser technologies will enable the Air Force to scan engine compressor blades, optimizing performance and improving fuel efficiency. #FuelMoreFight
Advanced infrared and laser technologies will enable the Air Force to scan engine compressor blades, optimizing performance and improving fuel efficiency. #FuelMoreFight
04/27/2021
Electrical Power Production: No power, no mission
What is your backup power status? #EnergyResilience
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In a complex and rapidly evolving world, how do we plan to dominate future wars? How do we ensure the energy needed to support our mission is available? #NoFuelNoFight
Power Tuesday - B-1 Engine
Batter up! It's #PowerTuesday and that means we've got some trivia for you. Who can name the engine on the B-1? What about thrust capability?
Power Tuesday - AC-130U
Another #PowerTuesday! What's the nickname of the AC-130U gunship that recently retired in June?
Power Tuesday
It's #PowerTuesday! Does anyone know the top speed of the Pave Hawk??
Taking Off
We're taking off for the weekend...See ya later! #FridayFeeling #B1
API Innovation Challenge
Hey Innovators! We've officially launched our AFWERX Innovation Challenge and we need your input! Have a burning idea to reduce fuel…burn? Let us know! https://go.usa.gov/xweBr
Fuel More Fight
Thanks for helping us #FuelMoreFight. Air Mobility Command
2019 AF Spark Tank Jet Propulsion Turbine
Check out this Airman's idea to harness the energy of jet engines during testing! What do you think? AFWERX 375th Air Mobility Wing Commander Air Force SBIR STTR
Cadet 1st Class Curtis Smith explains how the 98th Flying Training Squadron optimizes it's aviation fuel use during training. #EnergyAbleMissionCapable #EnergyActionMonth Are you energy optimized? U.S. Air Force Academy
Fuel More Fight
Will you join the mission to optimize the Air Force? #FuelMoreFight
"Fuel is a critical component of how we get our mission done," says Master Sergeant Michael Howell of Joint Base Charleston. #FuelMoreFight
"If we don't have the right fuel, at the right place, at the right time, we can't execute our mission." Master Sergeant Douglas Braden at Joint Base Charleston tells us why planning fuel logistics is vital to the mission. #FuelMoreFight
Fuel More Fight
Whether they are conducting airstrikes, delivering cargo, transporting our troops, or saving lives…Our Airmen need fuel to complete the mission. But we need to be smart about the way we use our resources and ensure the fuel is there…when and where Airmen need it. Learn more about how Air Force Operational Energy is helping to #FuelMoreFight for the United States Air Force: www.safie.hq.af.mil/OpEnergy Air Mobility Command U.S. Air Forces Central Command Air Combat Command Air Force Global Strike Command Air Force Special Operations Command Air Force Magazine US Air Force Academy (Official)
Impact of Aviation Fuel Efficiency
We asked: Does operational energy efficiency have a direct impact on our combat capability? Hear what Maj Cade Collins, KC-135 Navigator, had to say. #FuelMoreFight #WednesdayWisdom
It not only saves fuel, but it's safer...
"It not only saves fuel, but it's safer…" Learn about the optimization initiative Capt Shelly Palmer is working on at Air Mobility Command! Do you have an idea on how to #FuelMoreFight? https://www.safie.hq.af.mil/OpEnergy/Contact-Us/
Improving fuel efficiency on the KC-135
Maj Cade Collins, Air Mobility Command Operational Energy Analyst and KC-135 Navigator, tells us about an initiative he is working on that could improve fuel efficiency on the KC-135 by 7-9%. Wow! #FuelMoreFight #WednesdayWisdom
Without fuel, there is no fight
Capt Shelly Palmer, an Operational Energy Analyst at Air Mobility Command, says it all: "Without fuel, there is no fight." #WednesdayWisdom #FuelMoreFight
Did you know Air Force Operational Energy is conducting Line Operations Efficiency Analyses (LOEA) across several of the Air Force 'heavies' to determine best practices in operational efficiency? Maj Monica Riggs, KC-135 pilot, tells us why this is important. Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/xEyh3 #FuelMoreFight #AvGeek
Black History Month
What does #BlackHistoryMonth mean to you?
As 2018 comes to a close, it's time to look back at some of SAF/IEE Installation Energy Program’s accomplishments from the past year.
Flying the B-1
#TBT to our Chief of Staff, Mike Penland, flying the B-1! Do you know its nickname?
Do you even lift?
Ever wonder about the science behind flight? Well you don't need to be one of our aeronautical engineers! Check out this video by Air Mobility Command to get a crash course (pun intended) on the forces at work.
Lightening the Load
These tie-down chains look pretty heavy eh? #DYK that approximately 1000 lbs. of chains are carried on the C-17 aircraft? What if we could replace those with light-weight synthetic rope (that's safer too!) to optimize our fuel use? This is just one of the ways #AFEnergy is helping to innovate the United States Air Force. Check it out: www.safie.hq.af.mil/OpEnergy/
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