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  • Air Force Deputy Undersecretary addresses aviation industry in Paris

    The Air Force Deputy Undersecretary of International Affairs spoke June 18 at an industry-sponsored breakfast during the 50th anniversary of the International Paris Air Show. Heidi Grant focused on how the aviation industry has evolved over time and the technological advances that have changed the

  • Fighter squadron inactivation signals end of A-10s in Europe

    The U.S. Air Force inactivated the 81st Fighter Squadron today at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany in support of force-shaping procedures across the service.The squadron employed the A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft, and the closure signals the end of A-10 operations in Europe."For 71 years, the men

  • Website could save command thousands

    Units in U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa now have the ability to obtain equipment and supplies for free through the command's Business Transformation Office Airmen's List SharePoint site. The site, accessible through the USAFE Portal, allows unit representatives to post equipment or

  • African airmen return to Air University for U.S. Air Forces Africa symposium

    Military officers from the air forces of 16 African countries returned to Air University for the African Airmen Alumni Symposium June 11-13.The symposium, held at Air War College and sponsored by U.S. Air Forces Africa, is geared toward strengthening key partnerships, enhancing regional cooperation,

  • Team Aviano remembers fallen Airman during ceremony

    Hundreds of Airmen, defenders and friends gathered to celebrate the life of a fallen 31st Security Forces Squadron member during a memorial ceremony held today at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Airman 1st Class Dennis A. Felton II died in a vehicle accident near the base June 2, and the service allowed

  • Doors open at AF first collocated sexual assault victim support facility

    A collocated Special Victims' Council and Sexual Assault Response Coordinator office began operations here June 3, marking an Air Force first and the arrival of a revolutionary Air Force pilot program, providing specialized legal assistance to victims of sexual assault throughout the United

  • 86th AW welcomes new commander

    Airmen of the 86th Airlift Wing welcomed a new commander during the change of command ceremony here June 10.Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente assumed command from Brig. Gen. C. K. Hyde in the dual bay hangar while Lt. Gen. Craig A. Franklin, 3rd Air Force commander, officiated the ceremony."The Airmen