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12/11/2025

Ah yes, the military flyover that graces the skies at sporting events warms the hearts of patriots but drives many crazy. They look at it as the militarization of many of our sporting events. Nothing could be farther from the truth; in reality, it’s just a smaller version of Veterans Day year-round.

So where did the flyover tradition really start and what were the conditions and events that inspired that first flyover?
Well, let’s look back at the end of World War I.

Veterans Day weekend has been celebrated for many years. We find that date on our calendars every November as we take the time to remember the men and women who

11/11/2025

Freedom isn’t free — it’s protected by heroes among us. On this Veterans Day, we proudly honor those who’ve served and continue to serve. Tag a veteran you’re grateful for below! 👇❤️💙

07/11/2025

Together, let’s “Honor All Who Served. This special Veterans Day edition of Aerotech News and Review celebrates the courage, dedication, and enduring legacy of those who have worn our nation’s uniform. For 40 years, we’ve been proud to serve as the trusted voice of the aerospace, military, and veteran community of the Desert Southwest. Now, with the combined strength of multiple publications in one dynamic news powerhouse, Aerotech News and Review connects Veterans across our region — from Edwards AFB and AF Plant 42 in California’s Antelope Valley, to Nellis AFB, Creech AFB, and the Nevada Test and Training Range in Las Vegas, Davis-Monthan AFB in Tucson, and Luke AFB in Glendale, AZ.

In this edition, we honor those who serve and the communities that stand beside them.

Inside you’ll find:

• 2025 Veterans Day poster contest – Page 2
• Veterans Day: A time honor those who have served – Page 3
• Five facts to know about Veterans Day – Page 4
• Veterans Day 2025 will be final display of AV Vietnam Memorial – Page 6

https://www.aerotechnews.com/blog/2025/11/07/aerotech-news-and-review-veterans-day-special-edition-november-7-2025/

All this and more awaits you in this special Veterans Day edition of Aerotech News and Review! Hard copies will be available at our regular delivery locations beginning November 7th — be sure to pick one up when you’re out and about and enjoy stories that honor service, celebrate community, and showcase the spirit of our nation’s defenders.

Can’t wait? Visit us online at www.aerotechnews.com for expanded coverage of aerospace, defense, and veteran news. And don’t forget to follow us on Facebook to stay connected with daily updates from across the Desert Southwest.

From all of us at Aerotech News and Review — thank you for your service, your readership, and your continued support. It’s our honor and privilege to serve those who serve. Stay safe, stay inspired, and stay proud.

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22/10/2025

Kara Combs, a doctoral student at the Air Force Institute of Technology and an associate computer engineer at the Air Force Research Laboratory, has been selected to receive the Women of Color in STEM Conference’s Student Leadership Award - Graduate Level. This award recognizes a graduate student with creative verve, an accomplished academic record, inspiring grades, and a proven desire to help others succeed...

“Kara’s passion, intellect and leadership potential are truly exceptional, and I am confident that she will continue to inspire others and effect positive change wherever her journey may take her...”

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Kara Combs, a doctoral student at the Air Force Institute of Technology and an associate computer engineer at the Air Force Research Laboratory, has been select

20/10/2025

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFNS) — A 2019 Forbes article noted the highest percentage of people in leadership positions with science, technology, engineering and math degrees and control huge organization aren’t CEOs, which might be who the reader might expect —it’s four-star generals in the military.
Devin Cate, former director of the Air Force’s Test and Evaluation directorate, said that trend is likely to continue as leaders at all levels of the military prepare for a complex 21st century battlespace.
“We need to create a community of young engineers and scientists focused on cybersecurity, energy delivery and electronic communications,” Cate said. “Airmen will have to be comfortable operating advanced weapon systems or working in a command and control center, and they will need that strong technical background.”
Cate graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1983, where he majored in physics.

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AFNS) — A 2019 Forbes article noted the highest percentage of people in leadership positions with science, technology, engineer

09/10/2025

Halloween comes around every year and stories of the paranormal become the subject of fascination. People find them an entertaining mystery because human nature is always being challenged by things we cannot see or explain.
The military is never short on yarns with more unexplained events and individuals who have crossed over into the realm of the unknown.

I have several stories of haunts and the unexplained when it comes to the Air Force and aviators. The tale of a phantom P-38 Lightning in World War II was the one I was going to share, but another haunt from World War II made its way into my consciousness and tells me it’s the one I need to share.
Years ago, I wrote an article about a young RAF pilot, Cadet Meyer Bernard Himelstaub who made his way to America for training at Lancaster’s War Eagle Field/Polaris Flight Academy. It was a tragic story on so many levels, as the young cadet was a World War II refugee who had escaped Poland after the German invasion.

Halloween comes around every year and stories of the paranormal become the subject of fascination. People find them an entertaining mystery because human natu

02/10/2025

The Pacific Air Show in Hungtington Beach, Calif. has announced on their Instagram account that the U.S. Air Force precision flying team, the Thunderbirds, and other Air Force assets will not appear at the Friday Oct. 3 through Sunday Oct. 5 show.

Other planes grounded are the F-35 Lightning II, F-22 Raptor and the A-10 Thunderbolt.

The text of the Instagram follows:
Dear Fans of Pacific Airshow,
With the current U.S. Government shutdown, we have been advised that U.S. military assets will not be able to participate in this year’s event. While this is certainly disappointing news, we are excited to share that Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach will continue as scheduled this Friday through Sunday with an outstanding lineup of world-class domestic and international performances.

The Pacific Air Show in Hungtington Beach, Calif. has announced on their Instagram account that the U.S. Air Force precision flying team, the Thunderbirds, and