Radford News

Airspace Restriction
The airspace over the Radford Army Ammunition Plant has been declared restricted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and defensive measures have been implemented. If the airspace restriction is violated, property recovered will be confiscated as evidence and the owner/operator will be held responsible. Please exercise caution when operating drones near the Radford Army Ammunition Plant. You can use the following link to view the restriction map and know where you can and cannot fly drones:

Evaluating Lead Air Monitoring Data Near The Radford Army Ammunition Plant
RFAAP is a U.S. Army facility that manufactures nitroglycerin and nitrocellulose used in munitions and other products. Most of the waste materials from processing activities are treated in two on-site incinerators, but some wastes cannot enter the incinerator due to reactivity issues. These wastes are disposed of at the open burning ground, located along the New River and consiting of 8 pads of 2 pans each where wastes are ignited and burned. The resulting ash materials are removed for off-site disposal.

Commander's Update on Radford's EWI & CWP Combined Facility
The Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP) is a U.S. Army-owned facility that specializes in the production of military grade energetics. Throughout the manufacturing process, as with most manufacturing facilities, waste is generated. However, unlike most facilities, the waste generated at the RFAAP is contains hazardous combustible energy due to its energetic nature. Because of this, shipping waste over the road carries safety and environmental hazards.

Military News & Information
The Department of Defense launched Defense.gov, a homepage designed to invite participation from the public and make military news and information more accessible. The new site embraces social media sites such as youtube, facebook, Twitter and has a new feature called - We Want to Hear From You - that will give users the opportunity to ask questions of Defense Department leaders, vote on policy issues they want explained and explore frequently asked questions and answers.

Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM)
The Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) works with local government, state and federal agencies, and voluntary organizations to provide resources and expertise through the four phases of emergency management. VDEM develops and maintains state emergency plans and assists communities in developing localized emergency operations plans.

About the Ready Campaign
The Ready Campaign of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security educates and empowers Americans to prepare for emergencies including natural disasters and potential terrorist incidents. September is National Preparedness Month. Prepare...Plan...Stay Informed. Get a kit, make a plan, be informed and get involved.

Conserving Energy is a Winning Formula at Radford
It is important to increase the awareness of people in the plant about saving energy. Reducing energy consumption is everyone’s responsibility, and it even includes water conservation. Most people don’t realize that reducing water consumption reduces energy levels, since it takes energy to run water pumps and water treatment plants

U.S. Army Materiel Command Eye On AMC Issues
The U.S. Army Materiel Command Office of Public and Congressional Affairs is responsible for a variety of publications that highlight the activities of the workforce around the globe, how the organization and its major subordinate commands support the warfighter, and how working with partners in government, industry and academia can provide dominant land force capabilities.

How Can You Help The Army
An online resource that centralizes the many venues and paths for the American public to make contributions to Soldiers and their Families as part of the Army’s overall Gift Program. This Web site was developed in response to the overwhelming generosity of the American public. It is not intended to solicit donations, rather to provide a resource to offer those who ask how they can help Soldiers and their Families.