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A U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, flies over Siauliai Air Base, Lithuania, March 2, 2022. The fifth generation aircraft forward deployed to multiple locations in the Baltic region to support NATO’s collective defense and enhanced air policing mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright)

USAF continues to support NATO allies

Airmen and F-35 Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 48th FW forward deployed to the Baltic region to provide unprecedented communication capabilities, command and control, and lethality for NATO’s collective defense.

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48 FW hosts F-35 tour for Belgian air force

48 FW hosts F-35 tour for Belgian air force

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tyler Fiddler, 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron ground transportation, transits Airmen to a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 3, 2022. Whether on or off the flightline the 86 VRS has been hard at work guaranteeing Airmen get to their aircraft, ensuring the timely movement of mission-essential passengers and driving mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

Airman take the wheel!

With a packed schedule and high demand for service, the team of 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron drivers and mechanics work around the clock to ensure Airmen and objects alike get to their destinations in an orderly time.

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Community, KMC Notices

Community notification for US Army equipment movements in Germany

Community notification for US Army equipment movements in Germany

Military equipment is scheduled to move by road and rail from Mannheim to Grafenwoehr, March 4-17. The Soldiers and equipment will conduct training at Grafenwoehr Training Area designed to build readiness and prepare for integration into NATO exercises. These exercises are intended to promote interoperability between U.S. NATO partner militaries. […]

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Airmen assigned to the Kaiserslautern Military Community participate in an active shooter readiness exercise during exercise Operation Varsity 22-1 at Vogelweh Air Base, Germany, March 1, 2022. Wing inspection team members followed Airmen from various groups to collect data on whether or not they followed proper procedures and provided casualties with the care they needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jared Lovett)

Ramstein conducts Operation Varsity 22-1

Exercise Operation Varsity 22-1 tested the 86th Airlift Wing’s emergency management capabilities. The exercise simulated an active shooter event to test base security and first responders’ ability to react rapidly and effectively under such circumstances.

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Aerial Resupply Operations conducted by 16 Sustainment Brigade in Latvia

Aerial Resupply Operations conducted by 16 Sustainment Brigade in Latvia

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A story behind emergency numbers

A story behind emergency numbers

American service members are accustomed to dialing 9-1-1 in the case of an emergency in the U.S. But, have you ever wondered why there is a different set of digits in Germany and in most European countries? Ute Steiger of Winnenden, near Stuttgart, experienced a tragic day in her life, […]

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Sky Clarke exemplifies Women’s History Month theme — “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope”

Sky Clarke exemplifies Women’s History Month theme — “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope”

Sky Clarke practices what she preaches. As the 21st Theater Sustainment Command’s Comprehensive Soldier Fitness Coordinator, she encourages and empowers Soldiers, civilians and their families to live their best lives, and sets an impressive example for them to follow. Clarke epitomizes this year’s National Women’s History Month theme “Providing Healing, […]

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Education through service

Education through service

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — After graduating the equivalent of U.S. high school in Trinidad at 12 years old, one Airman immigrated to America to expand his education. “I moved from Trinidad during the summer of 1994 to Richmond, Virginia, to live with my grandmother to continue my education […]

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Community, Events

Community Events - March 11, 2022

Community Events – March 11, 2022

Due to host nation regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some community events may be cancelled or postponed. Please verify the status before making plans to attend a community event. Spring Bazaar The Spring Bazaar is a shopper’s paradise for all your shopping needs. Join Family & MWR for […]

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