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U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Melvin Bullard, airdrop systems technician, 5th Quartermaster Theater Aerial Delivery Company, 16th Sustainment Brigade, poses for a photo at Eindhoven Airport, Eindhoven, Netherlands, on September 12, 2024. Bullard was selected to be highlighted during Falcon Leap 24 by the 21st Theater Sustainment Command. Falcon Leap 24 (FALE 24) is a Royal Dutch Military led, multinational, joint technical airborne exercise designed to enhance interoperability of participating NATO airborne forces and aircrews in personnel and equipment parachuting operations in Arnhem, Netherlands from 9-20 September 2024. Falcon Leap is NATO's largest technical airborne exercise which will also include ceremonies commemorating the 80th anniversary of Operation Market Garden. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Samuel Signor) (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Samuel Signor)

21st TSC Soldier rigs parachutes through historic milestone

U.S. Soldiers, including U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Melvin Bullard, participated in Falcon Leap, NATO’s largest technical airborne exercise, which will also include ceremonies commemorating the 80th anniversary of Operation Market Garden.

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Innovative mobile app streamlines airfield assessment for airborne operations

Innovative mobile app streamlines airfield assessment for airborne operations

The U.S. Air Force has introduced a new tool designed to streamline the process of assessing and certifying airfields for aircraft landings, particularly in austere environments. Developed by members of the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing Innovation Team, the new mobile application enhances efficiency, reduces human error, and provides real-time […]

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Saber Junction 24 embodies train to win mindset

Saber Junction 24 embodies train to win mindset

“Train to Win,” the driving force at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany, where United States Army Soldiers along with its NATO allies and partners are pushing themselves to the limit to ensure they can succeed in any conflict. The “Train to Win” motto represents JMRC’s dedication to […]

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Community, Events

Unterwegs – September 20, 2024

KERWE (VILLAGE FEST) SEP. 20–23, TOWN CENTER, WEILERBACH Enjoy a typical village fest, meet neighbors and new friends and help Weilerbach celebrate with live music, regional specialties and beverages. Also watch for signs and posters for other fests in your individual communities KINDERALTSTADTFEST SEP. 21, 12 A.M.–5 P.M., STOCKHAUSPLATZ/PLATZ DER […]

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Community Events – September 20, 2024

Community Events – September 20, 2024

Rocktober Fest at Tavern on the Rock in Baumholder The Rheinlander Community Club is hosting Rocktober Fest Oct. 4 from 4-11 p.m. at the Tavern on the Rock, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Families are invited to attend! No registration necessary. $10 covers the entrance fee and first […]

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A C-130J Super Hercules, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, and a Bulgarian C-27J Spartan take part in an aerial demonstration for local media outlets during Thracian Summer 2024, August 24, 2024, in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Thracian Summer is held annually, and provides the opportunity for the U.S. and Bulgarian air forces to train and hone operational and tactical skills alongside our Bulgarian Allies. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

Thracian Summer 24: Another great year

U.S. Airmen with the 86th Airlift Wing and 435th Air Ground Operations Wing from Ramstein Air Base, and U.S. Soldiers with the 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group from Stuttgart, participated in exercise Thracian Summer 24 at Plovdiv Airport, Bulgaria, Aug. 19 – 29.

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From Air Force to IMCOM: A legal legacy, a life of service

From Air Force to IMCOM: A legal legacy, a life of service

For more than two decades, Stephen Blewett has been a cornerstone of legal support for the Installation Management Command Europe, providing steadfast guidance and contributing significantly to the organization’s mission. As IMCOM-Europe’s first full-time legal advisor, Blewett has seen the organization evolve from its early days as the Installation Management […]

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Loadmaster in heat of Thracian Summer 24

Loadmaster in heat of Thracian Summer 24

The sun sits low in the evening sky, bathing the flightline in a warm, golden glow. Down the tarmac, looming giants sit tall, their gray skin in stark contrast with the impending sunset. These are C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. Their mission is to drop cargo, paratroopers and to fly with […]

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Lajes Field Open House Day 2024

Lajes Field Open House Day 2024

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Face of Defense: Army Officer earns rare Triple-Tab Triumph

Face of Defense: Army Officer earns rare Triple-Tab Triumph

Army 1st Lt. Mackenzie Corcoran, inspired by fellow U.S. Army Ranger School graduates, became one of few women to earn the coveted Ranger, Sapper and Jungle tabs. Corcoran followed the progress of three women graduating from Ranger School: Army 1st Lt. Erin O’Hara, a college classmate; Army Capt. Sara Febbo; […]

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