Yuma Proving Ground Commissary looking for volunteers to shop for thos...
Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) now has another way to help your neighbor, the program is called the Agent Shopping Volunteer. The program involves volunteers shopping at YPG commissary for those who cannot shop for ... More
“Our cameras and the high-speed process we use range
“Our cameras and the high-speed process we use range from 1,000 frames per second (fps) up to 10,000 fps but these cameras have the ability to take up to one-million fps which is basically a camera taking a mil... More
YPG Fire Department undergoes training to expand emergency services
YPG FD team trained to become certified rope rescue and confined space rescue technicians. In addition to proving services to YPG, the department provides services for incidents at Hidden Shores, Senator’s Wash... More
During the YPG STEM day students had a lot of hands-on
During the YPG STEM day students had a lot of hands-on opportunities, one of which was at the Air Delivery hanger where they tested throwing mini-parachutes to see how they would land safely.
Technologies and Investments Directorate Director,
Technologies and Investments Directorate Director, Todd Hudson and George Franck, the Technology and Investments Manager, are pictured at the Bundeswehr Technical Center for Aircraft and Aeronautical Equipment ... More
Job at YPG gives amateur MMA fighter ideal schedule for training
Hinton won his fourth fight in Mesquite, Nevada and had three weeks’ notice to prepare for a championship in Las Vegas for Tuff-N-Uff Promotions, which is where Hinton had his first loss but that loss is not ho... More
This photos from the YPG 75th Anniversary gives a glimpse
This photos from the YPG 75th Anniversary gives a glimpse of one of the displays event goers will see during the YPG 2020 event on 15 Feb. 2020. Keep an eye on YPG2020.com for more details. (Photo by Mark Schauer)
Col. Ben Patrick McFall III assumes command of U.S. Army Yuma Proving ...
Col. Ben Patrick McFall III assumes command of U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground from outgoing commander Col. Ross Poppenberger in a virtual ceremony on July 8, 2020. The modest ceremony was held virtually as a COV... More
Ryan Ingham and Cory Olsen, Electronics Technicians
Ryan Ingham and Cory Olsen, Electronics Technicians with the Meteorology Division at YPG, took that pressure senor and installed it in four of the AZDGF wildlife water tanks. Olsen is pictured making his way to... More
As they opened the gate, he bounced once or twice and
As they opened the gate, he bounced once or twice and flew to a nearby tree and stayed on a low branch. “It’s a great thing to see, that’s what we ultimately want to see for all of our fletching’s, we want to ... More
Once at the examination tent veterinarians administer
Once at the examination tent veterinarians administer vitamins, antibiotics and oxygen, to the pronghorn, to reduce stress. Here Steward is seen helping hold and calm the pronghorn.
Technologies and Investments Directorate Director,
Technologies and Investments Directorate Director, Todd Hudson and George Franck, the Technology and Investments Manager, are pictured at the Bundeswehr Technical Center for Aircraft and Aeronautical Equipment ... More
Artillery Test Officer Ashley Lochetto who earned a
Artillery Test Officer Ashley Lochetto who earned a Mechanical Engineer degree spends her days overseeing artillery testing at YPG. Here, she’s seen talking to students before firing an artillery round.
RCCTO partners with YPG and JCO to conduct demonstrations in the deser...
Deputy Director of the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office Stan Darbro visited YPG Jan. 28 to meet with YPG and YTC leadership to discuss the upcoming demonstrations at YPG. Darbro and YPG ... More
Sgt. Maj. Michael Goodman pulls the lanyard to fire
Sgt. Maj. Michael Goodman pulls the lanyard to fire a weapon system. This demonstration was one of the many shown when nearly all of ATEC’s commanders, proving ground and test center commanders, sergeants major... More
Yuma Proving Ground boasts elite aerial delievery developmental test f...
Yuma Proving Ground is the home to the elite Airborne Test Force jumpers; one of the Department of Defense’s premier developmental airdrop test facilities. The test jumpers perform static line and Military free... More
YPG’s STEM team volunteered for the National Judging & Educational Eve...
YPG’s STEM team volunteered for the National Judging & Educational Event eCyber competition. The event was held virtually and broadcast on YouTube on June 19. Yuma Test Center Commander Lt. Col. Alicia Johnson ... More
To capture the pronghorn, a capture crew will run in
To capture the pronghorn, a capture crew will run in with a net to slow the animals down and the “muggers” with actually grab and subdue to the pronghorn to load them on stretchers. YPG personnel helped with t... More
Some of the eye-opening experiences included a range
Some of the eye-opening experiences included a range tour via a Blackhawk helicopter. During the flyover the cadets received a bird’s eye view of the various gun positions and training vehicle courses.
Brazilian Air Force tests new plane at Yuma Proving Ground
The Embraer KC-390 is a twin-engine jet-powered military transport aircraft with multi-functional use that the Brazilian Force is looking to use in the near future. Personnel at YPG supported Embraer in the air... More
YPG strives for inclusion and accessibility for all
(left to right) Acting Garrison Manger Ronald Rodriguez, Garrison Manager Ronny James, Command Sgt. Maj. Jamathon Nelson, YPG Technical Director Larry Bracamonte, Disability Manager Carolyn Lauzon and Equal Emp... More
A large test crew worked on the firing event, here
A large test crew worked on the firing event, here the crew is pictured checking every measurement and detail before firing. Safety is paramount at Yuma Proving Ground.
Air Delivery Branch Division Chief, Ryan Tiaden presents,
Air Delivery Branch Division Chief, Ryan Tiaden presents, while Airborne Test Force Jumper, Sgt. Steven Lehoux stands by wearing the Military freefall combat equipment.
Maj. Gen. Tyler explained that holding the conference
Maj. Gen. Tyler explained that holding the conference is a good way to stay in tune with the needs since ATEC is a large organization with approximately 8,000 people and 21 geographical locations. ATEC has arou... More
FOCUS program helps military families build bonds
“FOCUS training is confidential, free and available to active duty and activated guard and reserve service members and their families,” explains FOCUS Site Director Beth FitzGerald.
Munitions and Weapon’s Division Chief, Kermit Okamura
Munitions and Weapon’s Division Chief, Kermit Okamura presents, while (left to right) Sgt. Maj. Michael Goodman, Col. Jackson Seims, YTC Commander Lt. Col. Alicia Johnson and Ground Combat System, Director, Edd... More
Prior to firing the projectile from the Extended-Range
Prior to firing the projectile from the Extended-Range Cannon Artillery members of the team inspect the test item.
This is the inside of one of the freezing conditioning
This is the inside of one of the freezing conditioning chamber units at Yuma Proving Ground. Temperatures range from -60 to +160 degrees Fahrenheit.
New state-of-the-art mobile radar arrives at Yuma Proving Ground
Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) recently acquired a brand new, commercial off-the-shelf medium range radar. The radar came to YPG as part of the Army’s Range Radar Replacement Program. Eventually the program will rep... More
In early July Ingham noticed a two inch drop in one
In early July Ingham noticed a two inch drop in one tank. He notified AZDGF and they hiked out to the Chocolate Mountains that weekend. They found a broken pipe. The team was also surprised to find 16 big horn ... More
Inside of this connex box is where the ERCA teams can
Inside of this connex box is where the ERCA teams can safely monitor outside activity including the firing of ERCA.
YPG employee from Iraq tells her story of freedom
Alabodi was in her 20s when she began translating for the military in Iraq. After 15 years, Alabodi moved on from this chapter in her life and begin working in security. She now works at YPG in the Protection D... More
This little red-tailed hawk had a rough start. He along
This little red-tailed hawk had a rough start. He along with a sibling fell from their nest. Unfortunately, the other young hawk did not survive the fall. The surviving hawk was approximately four to six weeks ... More
Embraer and Brazilian Airforce return for second round of testing
Embraer, a Brazilian aerospace manufacturer, returned to Yuma Proving Ground to continue the aircraft certification of the KC-390. The Embraer KC-390 is a twin-engine jet-powered military transport aircraft wi... More
“Boots are a critical piece of protection for Soldiers,”
“Boots are a critical piece of protection for Soldiers,” said Ivett Gutierrez, test team lead. “It is important for the Army to know that the boots they acquire for Soldiers are the best ones.”
To capture the pronghorn, a capture crew will run in
To capture the pronghorn, a capture crew will run in with a net to slow the animals down and the “muggers” with actually grab and subdue to the pronghorn to load them on stretchers. YPG personnel helped with t... More
Yuma Proving Ground EM Lab uses 3D printers to create unique items in ...
Yuma Proving Ground’s Electro-Optical Mechanical (EM) Lab has been using 3D printers for years to create custom parts.
Public Affairs Administrative Officer Casey Garcia
Public Affairs Administrative Officer Casey Garcia wanted to help but is not very proficient in sewing so she enlisted two friends and provided material to sew protective face masks for their friend who works a... More
The hawk immediately perched on a branch. He will most
The hawk immediately perched on a branch. He will most likely practice flying between branches in low areas for a few days until he is ready to fly.
Cadets Smith and Hernandez stood at the lotus and gunner’s
Cadets Smith and Hernandez stood at the lotus and gunner’s hatch positions on the Abrams M1 Tank and road along the Patton Hilly course at Yuma Proving Ground.
At any time during the one and a half year it has taken
At any time during the one and a half year it has taken to get to this vehicle ready for testing, more than 100 people have worked on this test item, “There has been a lot of good people doing a lot of good wor... More
Technologies and Investments Directorate engineer serves as Soldier an...
For two years Jon Olbert worked at YPG as a test officer while continuing to serve the Army as a U.S. Army Reserve Engineer Officer. His colleagues and supervisors were supportive when he was unexpectedly deplo... More
Another part of the team are the gunners, who if this
Another part of the team are the gunners, who if this was a war zone, their position would be manned by soldiers. The team consist of four gunners, they offload the ammunition, prepare it and then load it into ... More
Once the test officer calls for the ammunition, Yuma
Once the test officer calls for the ammunition, Yuma Proving Ground conditioning chambers personnel, like Joe Moreno III, get the ammunition from the secured condition chamber and transport it to the gun position.
Capturing the high-speed video for a test at YPG entails
Capturing the high-speed video for a test at YPG entails a lot more than simply setting up a camera and walking away. The technology behind these ultrahigh-speed video cameras demands an entire network to run t... More
Yuma Proving Ground’s new high-definition inspection equipment provide...
YPG purchased the High-definition Ultraviolet Visual Borescope inspection system which is used for visual borescope inspection and the magnetic particle inspection of the cannon gun barrel. It has the capabilit... More
Leading up to the capture, a multi-chambered pen, or
Leading up to the capture, a multi-chambered pen, or boma, is constructed inside the massive breeding pens. The boma is made up of three circular pins so the pronghorn can be gently herded between chambers so ... More
Technical Writer Kassi Morningstar noticed that local
Technical Writer Kassi Morningstar noticed that local grocery stores had ran out of eggs so she stepped up to help, "I have given away a ton of eggs to my neighbors and co-workers when there were no eggs in the stores.
Sexual Assault Response Coordinators Arlene Gentry
Sexual Assault Response Coordinators Arlene Gentry (Yuma Proving Ground) and Sara Guerra (Marine Corps Air Station’s) teamed up to host a virtual Denim Day event via Facebook on April 29.
YPG Police Department law enforcement instructors took
YPG Police Department law enforcement instructors took Cadets Smith and Hernandez to the firing range where they ran through trigger reset drills, dry fire, four point draw and immediate action drills.
New U.S. Army YPG Garrison Manger hopes to keep the focus on families
Ronny James is the new Garrison Manager at U.S. Army Garrison Yuma Proving Ground.
Dynamic new Free Fall commander hits ground running
Maj. Derick Taylor jumped into the role of commander of the Military Free Fall School based at Yuma Proving Ground just two short months ago.
Yuma Proving Ground Soldier spotlight
Sgt. Tamlyn Geronimo has served in the Army for going on six years and is currently stationed at Yuma Proving Ground where she works in the Veterinary clinic. Geronimo is pictured here with YPG Commander Col. R... More
YPG employee gets prestigious award from the Secretary of the Army
Dinwiddie is the winner of the 2019 Secretary of the Army Award for Excellence in Contracting for Outstanding Contracting Officer in Specialized Services and Construction Contracting.
Crews run out to inspect the firing systems as the
Crews run out to inspect the firing systems as the dust settles after the landmark firing event at Yuma Proving Ground.
Year-round Military Appreciation display
Almina Dewitt is proud to honor active duty and Veterans every day. She has dedicated three walls in her office to photos of past and present command leaders as well as active duty and Veterans she’s met throug... More
YPG leaders thank linemen for working in dangerous conditions to keep ...
(Left to right) YPG Command Sgt. Maj. Herbert Gill, Shearwater’s power maintenance team: Mike Campbell, Rande Mayrant, David DuShane, Chuck Tawzer, John Redmon, Garrison Manager Ronny James, YPG Commander Col. ... More