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Marcus Mueller, left, 86th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, drives a patrol vehicle with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Daniel Regan, 86th SFS member, Feb. 26 on Ramstein Air Base. Zivilpolizei, or Civilian Security Police, are the civilian side of the 86th SFS, and they bring a wealth of experience to Ramstein’s law enforcement.

German civilian police enrich 86th SFS

Story and photos by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

One can spot them at the large vehicle inspection gate or patrolling base, wearing Airman Battle Uniforms and blue berets. As members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron, they help keep Ramstein safe and work alongside Airmen as German civilians. Zivilpolizei, or Civilian Security Police, bring a wealth of experience to Ramstein’s law enforcement.

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Military Saves not just one week

Military Saves not just one week

by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 86th Force Support Squadron Airman & Family Readiness Center conducted this year’s Military Saves Week, , from Feb 26 to March 2, an annual Department of Defense-wide program where facilitators encourage participants to take the pledge to save. Those who took the pledge will receive emails to keep them […]

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US, UK focus on combat search and rescue during exercise

US, UK focus on combat search and rescue during exercise

Story and photos by Senior Airman Malcolm Mayfield
48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Royal AiR Force Station LAKENHEATH, England — Airmen and aircraft from the 48th Fighter Wing participated in exercise Point Blank alongside their Royal Air Force counterparts at the Stanford Training Area, England, Feb. 27.

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521st Air Mobility Operations Wing leadership attend a commander’s conference Feb. 21 on Ramstein Air Base. Participants in the weeklong conference discussed concerns and topics ranging from unit readiness to mission execution and effectiveness.

521st AMOW is ready to fight anytime, anywhere

Story and photos by Senior Airman Joshua Magbanua
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

When some people think of warfighting, they often think about the battle itself. But as the saying goes, “getting there is half the battle.” This is why leaders of the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing take their mission of providing air mobility to combat zones very seriously. “We continue to […]

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USAG RP sends its ‘Best Warrior’ to competition

USAG RP sends its ‘Best Warrior’ to competition

Story and photos by Mary Ann Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs

Army garrisons in Europe will send their top warfighters to Baumholder, Germany, to demonstrate their soldiering abilities at the 2018 Installation Command-Europe Best Warrior Competition, Monday to Wednesday — and U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz is up for the challenge. BWC 2018 will identify the best performing warriors from among the […]

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Chief Master Sgt. Kathi Glascock, U.S. Air Forces in Europe Kisling Noncommissioned Officer Academy commandant, discusses the Airman Leadership School program with Lt. Col. Aliou Faye, Senegal Air Force chief of the Human Resources Division, about how ALS promotes a learning environment and open discussion at the Kisling NCOA on Kapaun Air Station, Feb. 16. On average, 595 students complete ALS on Vogelweh Military Complex every year. Photo by Airman 1st Class Kristof J. Rixmann

Senegalese Air Force senior leadership visit Spangdahlem, Ramstein

by 1st Lt. Casey Rodriguez
52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Four Senegalese Air Force senior representatives visited both the 86th Airlift Wing at Ramstein Air Base and the 52nd Fighter Wing at Spangdahlem Air Base, Feb. 11 to 16. The group toured a wide variety of base facilities, offices, and professional education centers to get an idea of how the […]

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5 Soldiers inducted into Sgt. Morales Club

5 Soldiers inducted into Sgt. Morales Club

Story and photo by Mary Ann Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs

  Five accomplished, enlisted Soldiers displaying character, commitment and leadership were inducted into the Rheinland-Pfalz Sergeant Morales Club, March 5, at Armstrong’s Club, Vogelweh. SMC admits the ranks of corporal through sergeant first class demonstrating excellence among enlisted leaders in Europe. This year’s inductees included Sgt. Kadarius M. English, 212th […]

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The Knight’s Brigade poses in front of the Reichtag Feb. 22. The 16th Sustainment Brigade staff rode to Berlin Feb. 20 to 23 and took part in guided tours, seminars, and visits to sites of the Battle of Berlin. The ride concluded with an outing to the American Embassy.

Knight’s Brigade develops leaders through Berlin staff ride

Story and photos by Sgt. 1st Class Michael O’Brien
16th Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs

BERLIN — The 16th Sustainment Brigade conducted a staff ride to Berlin, Feb. 20 to 23, taking part in guided tours, seminars, and visits to sites of the Battle of Berlin. The ride concluded with an outing to the U.S. Embassy.

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Airmen assigned to the 21st Operational Weather Squadron stand for a photo Feb. 14 on Kapaun Air Station. The Airmen were a vital part of documenting and alerting Department of Defense personnel in Europe of record-breaking winter storm Friederike which struck western Europe. — Photo by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh

21st OWS: Writers of the storm

by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Planning for operations in the military takes information from multiple sources including weather. When 4,000 troops were at risk due to a record-breaking storm, Airmen from the 21st Operational Weather Squadron sprang into action. They began tracking winter storm Friederike from infancy to a record storm persisting three days in northern Europe Jan. 17 to 19.

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Grow speech skills with Toastmasters

Grow speech skills with Toastmasters

Story and photos by Senior Airman Devin Boyer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The fear of standing in front of a crowd and addressing any topic can be daunting, especially for those with little experience in public speaking. Toastmasters’ Ramstein Speakers Association remedies that by preparing individuals for these situations.

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