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Michael Heinz, 786th Civilian Engineer Squadron paint and sign shop supervisor, holds a sign that he made at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 1, 2021. Heinz has been working at the Ramstein Air Base paint shop for more than 30 years.

Master of craftsmanship

Michael Heinz, a civilian shop supervisor from the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron paint and sign shop, was named Airlifter of the Week May 27, for his innovation and creativity.

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Community Events – June 11, 2021

Community Events – June 11, 2021

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. The bazaar is back with vendors from across Europe! Shop the Destination Bazaar Escape, June 18-20 and take advantage […]

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USAFE-AFAFRICA command chief engages with allied, partner nations

USAFE-AFAFRICA command chief engages with allied, partner nations

Open communication is key to the success of any working relationship; however, due to COVID-19, the ability to travel and meet face-to-face has become limited, making leaders rely on communication through video teleconference capabilities. Ensuring the U.S. Air Force keeps the lines of communication open with its allies and African […]

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NODAL Lightning 21-1: Honing wing effectiveness

NODAL Lightning 21-1: Honing wing effectiveness

The 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing conducted its first Nodal Lightning exercise of 2021 at Ramstein AB and geographically separated units across the European theater from May 17-20. “We integrate all our units through live, virtual and constructed events, taking into consideration the dynamics of each unit’s unique location,” said […]

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Mission success at Stolen Cerberus VIII

Mission success at Stolen Cerberus VIII

Operation Stolen Cerberus VIII, a bilateral training event between Hellenic armed forces and U.S. military members, concluded on May 23. The successful two-week training featured multiple events, including low-level defensive flying maneuvers, cargo air-drops, combat offloads for cargo pallets, attempted mid-flight interception simulations and emergency medical evacuations. “Through this exercise, […]

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Schnell, 435th Contingency Response Squadron assistant director of operations, center, arrives in Cheshnegirovo Airfield, Bulgaria, during exercise Swift Response 21, May 11, 2021. During the exercise, the 435th Contingency Response Group executed the opening and operating of an airfield after joint forcible entry. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright)

Swift Response 21: 435 CRG opens airfield on demand

The 435th Contingency Response Group executed the opening and operating of an airfield after joint forcible entry into Cheshnegirovo Airfield, Bulgaria, during exercise Swift Response 21, May 11-12.

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RAF Typhoons on NATO air policing mission support US, Italian JTAC exercise in Romania

RAF Typhoons on NATO air policing mission support US, Italian JTAC exercise in Romania

Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC) from the US Air Force and the Italian army conducted an exercise with RAF Typhoons operating out of Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base in Romania, May 20. Two RAF Typhoons from 121 Expeditionary Air Wing, based out of Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base, near Constanta in Romania, […]

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“I never would have guessed I would be here”

“I never would have guessed I would be here”

The morning of May 12, Spc. Clint Kindlesparker woke up about 5,000 miles away from where he grew up in Garretsville, Ohio. His job demanded it. Kindlesparker, a U.S. Army Parachute Rigger with the 5th Quartermaster Theater Aerial Deliver Company, 16th Special Troops Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, was participating in […]

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Swift Response 2021 working shoulder to shoulder

Swift Response 2021 working shoulder to shoulder

Mihai Kogalniceanu Air Base, Romania — Swift Response is part of a U.S Army-led exercise known as Defender-Europe 21 which involves more than 7,000 troops and 12 countries. The exercise is designed to build interoperability among U.S. and NATO allies. This year’s portion in Romania was NATO-led by the Royal […]

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kiera Christensen, 86 Medical Support Squadron patient movement technician, right, accepts a coin from 86th Airlift Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Hope Skibitsky at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 20, 2021. As one of only two Airmen, Christensen manages the Air Force’s second-largest Patient Movement Operations mission, supporting 34 countries and 97 locations across three combatant commands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Givens)

Airman embodies Air Force values

Airman 1st Class Kiera Christensen portrays Air Force values. On May 25, 86th Airlift Wing leadership recognized her efforts, naming her Airlifter of the Week.

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