Features 435th CRSS hosts Lithuanian de-icing simulator familiarization September 29, 2023 U.S. Air Force Airmen and Lithuanian air force airmen pose for a group photo as they celebrate the conclusion of their week-long familiarization and exchanges at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 14, 2023. Throughout the week, familiarization and exchanges encompassed in-class education which covered the safety of the vehicle when de-icing aircraft, technical specifications, truck operations and other effective de-icing techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo) U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Downey, center, 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron vehicle mechanic, provides information to Lithuanian airmen, with the Siauliai Air Base ground support unit, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 14, 2023. This collaboration ensured resources are used efficiently, benefiting both air forces and ultimately contributing to safer aviation operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo) U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Erik Silva, 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron aircraft maintenance air advisor, reviews de-icing techniques on a de-icing simulator with Lithuanian air force members, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 13, 2023. Familiarization engagements with NATO allies and partners promote interoperability, standardizes procedures, and ensures seamless coordination during joint operations. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo) Lithuanian air force Senior Airman Evaldas Levickis, Siauliai Air Base ground support unit special transport specialist, operates the nozzle during hands-on coaching of a Global ER-2875 de-icing truck, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 14, 2023. Training encompassed in-class education, which covered the safety of the vehicle when de-icing aircraft, technical specifications, truck operations and other effective de-icing techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo) « Previous × Next » Share Tweet