Airmen, civilians, and families from the 65th Air Base Group at Lajes Field and Morón Air Base gathered in September to commemorate Patriot Day and POW/MIA Recognition Day. The ceremonies featured remarks from base leaders and honored the lives lost in the 9/11 attacks, the bravery of first responders, and the sacrifices of American POWs and those still missing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Cristina Oliveira)
Family and friends at the 496th Air Base Squadron, Morón Air Base, were able to coordinate an in-depth tour of some of the Spanish Air Force’s Eurofighters and a B-1B Lancer assigned to Dyess Air Force Base. The tour was given in support of Bomber Task Force 24-2, a mission that highlights integration and training with NATO Allies and partners.
Engineers from the United States Air Force, Portuguese Air Force, and Romanian Air Force joined forces to improve their demolition techniques and strengthen teamwork at Lajes Field. Together, they took down a building and showcased incredible coordination and skill.
An F-16M from the Portuguese Air Force successfully tested and certified the barrier arresting kit at Lajes Field, Aug. 2, 2024. This vital safety system is designed to quickly stop aircraft in emergencies, preventing accidents during takeoff or landing.
Women’s Equality Day, as celebrated by the 65th Air Base Group, highlights both the progress made and the ongoing pursuit of gender equality in the U.S. Air Force. Colonel Carina Harrison, Master Sergeant Ebonie Hills, Technical Sergeant Jessica Yelkovich and Technical Sergeant Mandelyn Cook-Jones, saw this day as a call to action, emphasizing the importance of leadership, mentorship, and breaking barriers. They drew inspiration from past trailblazers and are committed to fostering a more inclusive future where women play pivotal roles across all levels of the Air Force.
Lajes Field held its first-ever Mission Ready Airmen event with approximately 60 students from various base Air Force Specialty Codes, June 26, 2024. The training included 10 blocks of instruction and a mini-exercise scenario, covering small arms, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and high-yield explosive Enhanced Response, basic airfield operations, pallet-building, forklift operations, aircraft marshalling and sortie generation, and tactical radio communications.
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