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IRO kicks off National Suicide Prevention Month at Ramstein AB

IRO kicks off National Suicide Prevention Month at Ramstein AB

The 86th Airlift Wing Integrated Resiliency Office hosted a kick-off event to begin National Suicide Prevention Month at Ramstein Air Base, Sep. 7. The observance month kicked off with a play called ‘Second Chances,’ which is designed to help service members and civilians understand the warning signs of self harm […]

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Commentary: Hicks underscores DOD’s commitment to suicide prevention

Commentary: Hicks underscores DOD’s commitment to suicide prevention

The Defense Department remains relentlessly committed to the health and welfare of the total force, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said today as she recognized the people behind DOD’s suicide prevention efforts. Providing supportive and protective environments is a top priority at the highest reaches of the Pentagon, Hicks said […]

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Derek C. France, Third Air Force commander, coins Airmen assigned to the 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron and 52nd Logistics Readiness Squadron, assigned to Spangdahlem Air Base, at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 30. Airmen from the 86th LRS and the 52nd LRS were recognized for developing specialized technology in order to carry out their duties safely and effectively. Photo by Airman First Class Olivia Sampson

3 AF Commander visits 86 LRS, recognizes Airmen

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Derek C. France, Third Air Force commander, recognized Airmen for developing specialized technology in order to carry out their duties safely and effectively.

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Bujacich, 4th Expeditionary Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Control Party controller, relays flight information during the multinational exercise, Astral Knight 23 Part 6 in Rovaniemi, Finland, Aug. 22. Through collaborative efforts with Allies and Partners, the U.S. works to provide forces with the capabilities they need to combat current and future threats.

86 AW connects USAF, Allies, partners for Astral Knight 23-6

The 86th Airlift Wing participated in Astral Knight 23 Part 6, an exercise aimed to demonstrate proactive and reactive Agile Combat Employment deployments.

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Port Operations in Esbjerg showcase interoperability between Denmark, UK, US

Port Operations in Esbjerg showcase interoperability between Denmark, UK, US

ESBJERG, Denmark — The Motor Vessel ARC Endurance delivered an estimated 800 vehicles and pieces of equipment, including the M1A2 Abrams SEP-V3, M2 Bradley, and the M88A Recovery Vehicle, belonging to the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division deployed to Europe, at the port in Esbjerg, Denmark, on […]

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DAF unveils art commemorating 75 years of Air and Space Power

DAF unveils art commemorating 75 years of Air and Space Power

Department of the Air Force senior leaders presided over a ceremony unveiling commemorative wall art titled, “A Shared Foundation; Celebrating 75 Years of Air and Space Power,” at the Pentagon Aug. 29. DAF celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Air and Space heritage in September 2022 and commissioned the art to […]

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Team 21 places focus on safety, people

Team 21 places focus on safety, people

Sustainment Soldiers assigned to the 21st Theater Sustainment Command conducted a 48-hour command wide safety stand down to increase awareness on all aspects of safety and review trends of Class A, B, and C level incidents involving vehicle operations, on and off duty throughout the European Theater, Aug. 30-31. Units […]

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52nd FW F-16s arrive at RAFM in support of Cobra Warrior 23-2

52nd FW F-16s arrive at RAFM in support of Cobra Warrior 23-2

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NATO Allies conducted verification testing above Romania on how their air assets work together to protect NATO airspace with Integrated Air and Missile Defence assets. Two Spanish Eurofightes taxiing for the mission at Ämari Air Base, Estonia, Aug. 24.

NATO, Allies conduct long-range drills testing interoperability over Romania

NATO Allies conducted verification testing above Romania on how their air assets work together to protect NATO airspace with Integrated Air and Missile Defence assets, Aug. 24.

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Finding remains of missing Service Members a diplomatic success story

Finding remains of missing Service Members a diplomatic success story

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency has been searching for remains of U.S. military members in 45 nations. Besides bringing closure to their loved ones, this effort has strengthened America’s diplomatic ties with those nations, said the agency’s director, Kelly McKeague, who spoke virtually today with the Center for a New […]

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