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US, Bulgarian forces train, build interoperability

July 23, 2015
Photos by Senior Airman Nicole Sikorski
U.S. and Bulgarian paratroopers jump from an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules during a Halo jump over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 14. During this three-hourlong formation flight that consisted of two U.S. Air Force C-130Js and one Bulgarian air force C-27, more than 50 paratroopers exited the aircraft and landed near Plovdiv Airport.
U.S. and Bulgarian paratroopers jump from an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules during a Halo jump over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 14. During this three-hourlong formation flight that consisted of two U.S. Air Force C-130Js and one Bulgarian air force C-27, more than 50 paratroopers exited the aircraft and landed near Plovdiv Airport.
Nikolay Nankov Nenchev, Republic of Bulgaria minister of defense, shakes the hand of Capt. Derek Patrick, 37th Airlift Squadron pilot and exercise mission commander, at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria, July 16. The U.S. Air Force’s forward presence in Europe allows us to build new and deeper partnerships across the continent.
Nikolay Nankov Nenchev, Republic of Bulgaria minister of defense, shakes the hand of Capt. Derek Patrick, 37th Airlift Squadron pilot and exercise mission commander, at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria, July 16. The U.S. Air Force’s forward presence in Europe allows us to build new and deeper partnerships across the continent.
Bulgarian air force bandsmen play the Bulgarian national anthem for the arrival of Nikolay Nankov Nenchev, Republic of Bulgaria minister of defense, July 16 at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria. During his visit to Krumuvo, Nenchev met with U.S. and Bulgarian leaders to speak about their partnership in the ongoing NATO exercise. The U.S. values the shared commitment and close cooperation with its partners on countering a range of regional and global threats.
Bulgarian air force bandsmen play the Bulgarian national anthem for the arrival of Nikolay Nankov Nenchev, Republic of Bulgaria minister of defense, July 16 at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria. During his visit to Krumuvo, Nenchev met with U.S. and Bulgarian leaders to speak about their partnership in the ongoing NATO exercise. The U.S. values the shared commitment and close cooperation with its partners on countering a range of regional and global threats.
An 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules flies over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 13. The 37th Airlift Squadron is participating in bilateral training with the Bulgarian air force during their deployment to Plovdiv.
An 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules flies over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 13. The 37th Airlift Squadron is participating in bilateral training with the Bulgarian air force during their deployment to Plovdiv.
A Bulgarian airman holds the Bulgarian national flag during a salute to Nikolay Nankov Nenchev, Republic of Bulgaria minister of defense, July 16 at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria. The U.S. is committed to supporting Bulgaria’s continued integration into NATO as an important member of the alliance.
A Bulgarian airman holds the Bulgarian national flag during a salute to Nikolay Nankov Nenchev, Republic of Bulgaria minister of defense, July 16 at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria. The U.S. is committed to supporting Bulgaria’s continued integration into NATO as an important member of the alliance.
Bulgarian air force paratroopers stand in line after an airdrop at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria. U.S. and Bulgarian forces performed daily airdrops during a two-week bilateral training exercise over Plovdiv, Bulgaria. More than 100 service members from Ramstein deployed to Plovdiv for the bilateral NATO exercise to enhance joint readiness while building interoperability capabilities.
Bulgarian air force paratroopers stand in line after an airdrop at Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria. U.S. and Bulgarian forces performed daily airdrops during a two-week bilateral training exercise over Plovdiv, Bulgaria. More than 100 service members from Ramstein deployed to Plovdiv for the bilateral NATO exercise to enhance joint readiness while building interoperability capabilities.
Airmen and Soldiers watch as paratroopers parachute over Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria, July 16. The airdrop was part of a demonstration that showcased not only personnel drops but also emergency medical evacuation procedures.
Airmen and Soldiers watch as paratroopers parachute over Krumuvo Air Base, Bulgaria, July 16. The airdrop was part of a demonstration that showcased not only personnel drops but also emergency medical evacuation procedures.
U.S. Air Force jumpmasters exit a C-130J Super Hercules from the 37th Airlift Squadron during a static-line jump over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 14. Approximately 10 jumpmasters from Ramstein and more than 50 Bulgarian air force paratroopers jumped during the formation flight. This flight was one of many that showcased the U.S. and Bulgarian partnership during their two-week deployment to Plovdiv.
U.S. Air Force jumpmasters exit a C-130J Super Hercules from the 37th Airlift Squadron during a static-line jump over Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 14. Approximately 10 jumpmasters from Ramstein and more than 50 Bulgarian air force paratroopers jumped during the formation flight. This flight was one of many that showcased the U.S. and Bulgarian partnership during their two-week deployment to Plovdiv.
Airmen assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron unload cargo from a truck before loading it onto a C-130J Super Hercules in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 15. During the bilateral exercise, Airmen from the 37th AS are scheduled to drop more than 25 container delivery systems over Plovdiv.
Airmen assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron unload cargo from a truck before loading it onto a C-130J Super Hercules in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, July 15. During the bilateral exercise, Airmen from the 37th AS are scheduled to drop more than 25 container delivery systems over Plovdiv.
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