THE OUTPOST - U.S. ARMY YUMA PROVING GROUND

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The 2024 iteration of the Future Vertical Lift Cross Functional Team Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) was held at U.S. Army Yuma Proving... read more

The 2024 iteration of the Future Vertical Lift Cross Functional Team Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) was held at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground for the second consecutive year. In this issue read how the demonstration seeks to optimize the collaborative behaviors of launched effects and unmanned aircraft. Also in this issue: ATEC’s commanding general visits YPG 101st Airborne Division support vital to EDGE 24 Veteran now serves active duty as a civilian Fire Prevention Week: Smoke alarms: Make them work for you! Suicide Prevention awareness and outreach across YPG YPG teams up with first responders to prepare workforce for emergencies Fort Liberty employee takes developmental opportunity in YPG’s moral and welfare division Water delivery to Trigo Mountains area for wildlife These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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In this issue read about The Bundeswehr, the armed forces of Germany, tested both variants of its recently adopted G95 assault rifle at a Panamanian... read more

In this issue read about The Bundeswehr, the armed forces of Germany, tested both variants of its recently adopted G95 assault rifle at a Panamanian facility often used by U.S. Army Tropic Regions Test Center. Find out why they chose TRTC as opposed to a less-extreme sub-tropical location and what other items they tested at the same time. Also in this issue: Garrison Professional of the Quarter YTC Commander visits Maintenance Team It’s a jungle out there: senior engineer represents YPG in the tropics Garrison Employee Recognition Ceremony Pushup Challenge aims to bring awareness to suicide prevention YPG Firefighters make annual 911 tribute stair climb National Preparedness Month Hispanic Heritage Month Road work on Imperial Dam Road These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Technical Director Larry Bracamonte passed away on Aug. 17, 2024, after a battle with cancer. In this issue, we look back at... read more

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground Technical Director Larry Bracamonte passed away on Aug. 17, 2024, after a battle with cancer. In this issue, we look back at his impact at YPG. Also in this issue: YPG at the forefront of developmental testing Suicide Prevention Month: We are stronger together, connect to protect Army program provides framework to manage workplace safety Two Airborne Test Force Soldiers return to their roots serving at YPG Employee spotlight: Eugene Walters aviation aficionado Yuma Proving Ground firefighter always ready Price Elementary student aces statewide test Youngsters explore developmental test at local event Chaplain’s corner: If things are too easy, we tend to take them for granted IHG Hotels celebrate serving the Army community These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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U.S. Marines complete the latest System Verification Testing of the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground. Learn how... read more

U.S. Marines complete the latest System Verification Testing of the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground. Learn how MADIS can deter and neutralize unmanned aircraft systems and fixed-wing/rotary-wing aircraft. Also in this issue: • YPG Soldier tops the list of volunteer hours on post • Summer interns get hands on learning at YPG • Who’s the BOSS: Single Soldier program expanding at YPG • Senior leaders address mission workforce • YTC Commander recognizes employees • Metrology and Simulation Division Chief dedicated to service • Antiterrorism Awareness Month outreach • Occupational safety awareness outreach • Summer reading program awards top readers • Price Elementary students head back to school These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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It’s change of command season. In this issue, read about the new commanders for Yuma Test Center and the Military Freefall School. Plus, Arizona Governor... read more

It’s change of command season. In this issue, read about the new commanders for Yuma Test Center and the Military Freefall School. Plus, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs visits Yuma Proving Ground. Learn what the first governor to visit the proving ground in decades saw and learned. Also in this issue: • Yuma Test Center Employees of the Quarter • Yuma Test Center team lead honored by Yuma Police Department • James D. Price Elementary School replacement update • C-sUAS demo returns to YPG • Yuma's first Army JROTC program led by former MFFS Officer • S1 STEM outreach team visits AWC summer camp • YPG interns recognized with luncheon • Operation Homefront provides backpacks and supplies to children of Soldiers • Halo Chapel hosts VBS • Army Community Services celebrates 59 years of helping • Family Advocacy Program reaches out to community These stories and more in The Outpost.  less

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In this issue, read about the great lengths and heights Yuma Test Center’s Photo Imaging Shop goes to capture still images of items under test. Also in... read more

In this issue, read about the great lengths and heights Yuma Test Center’s Photo Imaging Shop goes to capture still images of items under test. Also in this issue: * YPG celebrates Army’s 249th Birthday * Flight Detachment CW4 retires * YPG Commander keynotes local Juneteenth celebration * Six years of success: YPG summer science camps lauded * Yuma Proving Ground community resources These stories and more in The Outpost. The Outpost will return from summer hiatus on August 5, 2024.  less