Air Force Historical Research Agency Welcome to the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Legacy Vault

DAF Legacy Vault

We are excited to announce the development of a new digital space dedicated to showcasing the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) official archival records. This project highlights the rich and storied history of both the Air Force and Space Force, featuring historical records, artifacts, photographs, audio recordings, video documentation, and archival finding aids.

Although the page is currently under construction, our team is actively working to ensure it becomes a comprehensive and accessible resource for historians, researchers, veterans, and enthusiasts. We aim to make these valuable materials readily discoverable for those seeking insights into the DAF's contributions to our nation's history.

This initiative underscores our commitment to preserving and sharing the official ephemera of the Airmen and Guardians who have shaped the legacy of the skies and beyond. Updates will follow as the project progresses, and we look forward to unveiling more resources soon!

DAF History Publications

Ideas and Weapons
This document provides a comprehensive analysis of how breakthrough concepts informed the development of advanced weapon systems in the U.S. Air Force. It details a series of experimental test programs conducted at Edwards Air Force Base and Holloman Air Force Base where teams, led by Colonel David R. Smith and Captain John A. Reynolds, successfully integrated precision-guided munitions and low-observable technology into new platforms. Specific projects under review include the iterative redesign and flight testing of the Lancer missile system and an avionics upgrade on the Falcon platform, efforts coordinated in close collaboration with research units at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The document emphasizes the stringent testing protocols, technological refinements, and operational evaluations that have enhanced strategic airpower and shaped doctrinal developments in global strike capabilities.

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