Opening of Re-Entry Vehicle Integration Laboratory at Kirtland AFB
The Re-Entry Vehicle Integration Laboratory (REVIL) officially opened at Kirtland Air Force Base on March 24, 2026. This facility, part of an $8.7 million project, is crucial for advancing the Air Force's nuclear technology integration capabilities.

The Re-Entry Vehicle Integration Laboratory (REVIL) at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, was inaugurated on March 24, 2026. This facility spans approximately 5,300 square feet and is designed to support the Air Force Research Laboratory's Nuclear Mission branch in next-generation re-entry vehicle research.
The project was awarded on April 12, 2024, with a total budget of $8.7 million, and represents the first of four laboratories aimed at enhancing the Department of the Air Force's nuclear science and technology integration. The establishment of such facilities reflects a strategic focus on advancing military technology capabilities.




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