Tests new systems under operationally realistic conditions for Air Force and multi-service use.

• An independent test agency which reports directly to the Air Force Chief of Staff
• Employs approximately 800 military and civilian people
• More than 200 programs in progress, testing everything from aircraft to equipment
• Involved in operational testing and evaluation of Air Force programs valued at a figure approaching 1 trillion dollars
• Formed because of weapons systems deficiencies during Vietnam conflict
• Commanded by a major general, historically the ranking officer at Kirtland AFB

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