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Summer Surge: Digital Garrison app makes PCS season run smoother

Summer Surge: Digital Garrison app makes PCS season run smoother

Story and photo by Keith Pannell
USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs

Arriving at a new post, especially on a first-time overseas move, can be daunting. But, a constantly updated and expanding phone app can help make PCSing a little easier. The Digital Garrison App, which can be downloaded on Android and Apple devices, provides users with secure access to facility information […]

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Chief Master Sergeant Recognition: Advice from Air Force life

Chief Master Sergeant Recognition: Advice from Air Force life

Photos by Airman 1st Class Manuel G. Zamora

The new Chief Master Sergeants were asked what milestone have they overcome in their Air Force careers and some advice for their Airmen at Ramstein Air Base, June 10. Biggest Career Obstacle: For me, my entire career was a series of milestones and each one of them had challenges that […]

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IEAFA leaders, graduates reunited  at EPF Hungary

IEAFA leaders, graduates reunited at EPF Hungary

by 2nd Lt. Ridge Miller
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Inter-European Air Forces Academy leadership were reunited with former graduates of the program during 2021’s Agile Combat Employment-focused European Partnership Flight at Kecskemét Air Base, Hungary, June 6-12. IEAFA alumni played an active role in supporting and leading several portions of the weeklong event. Bringing the IEAFA mission to life […]

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Professional development charter develops Airmen

Professional development charter develops Airmen

Story and graphic by Airman Edgar Grimaldo
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron recently launched a Professional Development Charter program to give their Airmen additional skills to succeed on a personal, team and organizational level. The PDC is a bi-monthly program that gives Airmen from the 86 LRS insight on what it means to be a leader. “The […]

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, watch as a C-130J Super Hercules flies over the International Cemetery in Normandy, France, June 6, 2021. The cemetery was one of three locations selected for flyovers during the 77th anniversary of D-Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Trevor Rhynes)

Remembering D-Day: Honoring the fallen

Six C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to Ramstein Air Base, flew over the beaches of Normandy, France, June 6, during the 77th anniversary of D-Day.

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US Air Force C-130Js fly over Normandy to commemorate D-Day

US Air Force C-130Js fly over Normandy to commemorate D-Day

           

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Legacy of service

Legacy of service

After 22 years of service in the U.S. Air Force, Master Sgt. Daniel Williams, a career security forces member, will retire in June — but that is not where this family’s story of service ends. Williams’ son, Ethan, enlisted in the Air Force a few weeks prior, continuing his father’s […]

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Jumpmaster from Easton, MD, shoulders responsibility for Soldier Safety during Swift Response-21

Jumpmaster from Easton, MD, shoulders responsibility for Soldier Safety during Swift Response-21

Lives depend on U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ontario Conyer doing his job. As 5th Quartermaster Theater Aerial Delivery Company’s shop foreman and Senior Jumpmaster, Service Member safety is a primary objective. “I am held responsible for all paratroopers on the aircraft,” he confirmed. Conyer is the Aerial Delivery Noncommissioned Officer […]

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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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