Air Force Features

Aug. 21, 2023
Thracian Summer 2023: Another one for the books

U.S. Air Force Airmen from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, teamed up with members of the Bulgarian air force during field training exercise Thracian Summer 2023, Aug. 7-17.
July 31, 2023
435th CTS hosts first full AFFORGEN Silver Flag exercise

Silver Flag is one of the first Air Force exercise programs to align with the new AFFORGEN deployment model. Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, hosted the Air Force’s first Silver Flag course for its Airmen in the AFFORGEN deployment cycle earlier this year.
July 10, 2023
KC-135 serves as platform for multiple missions over Germany, Netherlands

Members of the 86th AES conduct monthly training with the 93rd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron in a KC-135 Stratotanker to maintain familiarity with the aircraft.
May 13, 2023
AOC FTU augments Austere Challenge 2023

The exercise brought together military and civilian personnel from EUCOM forces and its components to contribute virtually across Europe in the weeklong command post exercise simulating coordinating a response to a fictional major crisis.
March 17, 2023
NATO Air Chiefs discuss how to further accelerate air, space power integration

Allied and partner Air Chiefs came together on Ramstein Air Base for the bi-annual NATO Air Chiefs’ Symposium on March 16.
Nov. 6, 2022
Airmen compete in joint global radio contest Noble Skywave

Military units from across the world participated in Noble Skywave, a multi-national high-frequency radio contest hosted by the Canadian Armed Forces.
July 26, 2022
Stronger together: 435 CRSS, Romanian AF partner for training

The air advisors’ training goal was to share best practices with Romanian personnel, better preparing them to conduct regular maintenance and care for the systems at Fetesti Air Base.
June 29, 2022
USAFE-AFAFRICA, NATO Allied Air Command welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Gen. James B. Hecker assumed command of U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa and NATO Allied Air Command June 27.
May 23, 2022
USTRANSCOM’s motto embodied in Operation Fly Formula

U.S. Transportation Command kicked off Operation Fly Formula May 22, loading a C-17 Globemaster III with 132 pallets, or 78,000 pounds, of specialty infant formula.
Dec. 14, 2021
AFIMSC announces 2022 I-WEPTAC topics, seeks working group volunteers

I-WEPTAC is an annual event that examines fundamental installation and mission support challenges to identify deficiencies, shortfalls and developmental gaps that limit the Air Force's and Space Force’s ability to execute and operate efficiently.
Dec. 9, 2021
Niger receives second US C-130 to support enduring Sahel operations

The delivery marks the enduring commitment of the U.S. Air Force to support continued humanitarian operations and counter violent extremist organizations missions throughout the Sahel alongside Nigerien air force partners.
Dec. 7, 2021
CMSAF Bass returns to Ramstein AB

On her way to becoming the 19th chief appointed to the highest noncommissioned officer position in the service, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass had two five-year assignments at Ramstein AB, including her time as the 86th Operations Group superintendent.
Dec. 3, 2021
CMSAF Bass visits Ramstein AB, holds all-call

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass visited Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Nov. 29–Dec. 1.
Oct. 26, 2021
Reservists deliver agile airpower during Castle Forge

The flight is part of Castle Forge, an ongoing U.S.-led operation in the Black Sea region. Its purpose is to test the partnerships and interoperability that make Agile Combat Employment possible.
July 23, 2021
AF Week in Photos

This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

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