News Ramstein’s Year in Review: July 2015 January 7, 2016 Photo by Senior Airman Nicole SikorskiLt. Gen. Timothy M. Ray, 3rd Air Force and 17th Expeditionary Air Force commander, greets wing commanders and German locals in a receiving line after a change of command ceremony July 2, 2015, on Ramstein. At the ceremony, Ray accepted the guidon from Gen. Frank Gorenc, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Forces Africa commander. Photo by Senior Airman Nicole SikorskiCapts. Sean McKee (right) and Jonathan Recor, C-130J Super Hercules pilots assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, fly a C-130J during an orientation flight for German local nationals June 29, 2015, on Ramstein. McKee and Recor flew more than 20 German locals 500 feet off the ground, performing maneuvers and giving them a glimpse of the U.S. Air Force’s side of the mission at Ramstein. Photo by Senior Airman Damon KasbergAttendees of last year’s Freedom Fest pose for a photograph while on an amusement ride July 4, 2015, on Ramstein. The two-day event was held in celebration of the United States’ Independence Day. Attendees were able to enjoy rides, food, fireworks and live music. Photo by Senior Airman Nicole SikorskiU.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Giselle Toro and Tristan Geray, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmasters, prepare for a U.S. and Bulgarian air force formation flight over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 14, 2015. Loadmasters are responsible for the proper loading of cargo onto aircraft as well as ensuring passengers are both safe and comfortable during travel. In addition to securing cargo, Toro and Geray were both responsible for the safe departure of paratroopers from the aircraft during the flight. Tags: Ramstein's Year in Review « Previous × Next » Share Tweet