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  • U.S. takes partnerships to new heights

    U.S. Air Force and Army counterparts joined together with service members from nine allied countries to participate in International Jump Week July 6 to 10, 2015 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.The five-day event was hosted by the 435th Contingency Response Group and it gave multiple nations the

  • Optometry helps keep focus on the mission

    Successfully completing the mission is not only dependent on knowledge, but also on an Airman's ability to physically carry out the tasks required. The 31st Aerospace Medicine Squadron optometry clinic aims to eliminate blurred lines, and ensure each patient's eye health.The optometry clinic's aims

  • Oregon ANG begins training in Romania

    U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 142nd Fighter Wing, Oregon Air National Guard, Portland, Oregon, commenced training with the Romanian air force as part of a theater security package of F-15C Eagle fighter aircraft deployed to Campia Turzii, Romania, July 6, 2015.More than 200 Airmen from various

  • Hobby keeps Airman 'fit to fight'

    Many Airmen keep themselves 'fit-to-fight' by working out in the gym before or after work. They may spend hours pounding the sidewalks jogging through their new neighborhood to get fit.Tech. Sgt. Darell Rudo, 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron NCO in charge of inspections from White Plains, New

  • Lt. Gen. Ray takes command of 3rd AF

    Lt. Gen. Timothy Ray took command of 3rd Air Force from Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson during a change of command ceremony here, 2 July.Gen. Frank Gorenc, Commander, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Forces Africa, Ramstein Air Base, presided over the change of command ceremony and began with his

  • 10 AFI 36-2903 reminders for the 'super' Airman

    Sifting through your closet for work is never a problem while serving in the U.S. Air Force, but complying with proper dress and appearance regulations is something every Airman should be aware of.The "guide to looking good" falls under Air Force Instruction 36-2903 and undergoes changes quite

  • Flat tire

    A steady stream of cars and trucks sped past along the highway as she looked down at the flat tire which seemed to embody everything going wrong in her life.She felt her belly move, as the baby inside shifted position. Not long to go before the big day, and her husband was in the hospital with

  • Top 6 'stays' to beat the heat

    1. Stay Indoors."Limit your exposure to the sun during extreme temperatures. Sunburn slows the skin's ability to cool itself. If you are outside, use sunscreen with a high SPF (Sun Protection Factor) rating. Use sunscreen, regardless of your skin tone," said Tech Sgt. LeeGale Irving, 501st Combat