Joint training strengthens partnerships

The 31st Security Forces Squadron K-9 unit hosted local Italian K-9 units and other task forces for an international joint training event, March 21, 2016, at Aviano Air Base, Italy.The event was designed to enhance joint tactics and strengthen relationships within the local area."The event was first

Darkness falls, TACPs train

Strength through diversity

With a bachelor's degree in engineering, a master's degree in mining and three languages under her belt Odile Thomas, 501st Combat Support Wing energy manager, is already exceptional. But her experience isn't all that sets her apart.Her accent gives her away."I'm originally from Belgium," said

23 nations attend aerospace medicine summit

Medical professionals from 23 nations attended the Aerospace Medicine Summit and NATO Science and Technology Organization Technical Course at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 14 to 18.The annual event is a joint effort between the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Command Surgeon's

3 AF, 17 AEF leaders visit Aviano, host all call

Lt. Gen. Timothy Ray, 3rd Air Force and 17th Air Expeditionary Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kaleth Wright, 3rd AF and 17th EAF command chief, visited Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 21, 2016.In his first visit to Aviano, Ray toured the base, met with Airmen and hosted an all call to

100th LRS fuels management overcomes challenges, keeps customer service top notch

Resources in people and equipment are reduced, while the mission continues to grow. For the 100th Air Refueling Wing, the mission is refueling jets in the air to advance their global reach. The 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron's Fuels Management Airmen get the gas to the tankers and work

Ramstein Airmen train for honor

Teeth of the Tiger

74th EFS completes 'far-reaching' European deployment

The 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron completed its six-month theater security package deployment throughout Eastern Europe March 18, 2016. Approximately 350 Airmen and 12 A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft from Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, participated in 13 events and exercises, visited 15

Simulating worst to do our best

Emergency lights flicker in the cockpit, signaling an engine fire. The pilot knows that if he doesn't react quickly enough he could lose that engine mid-flight.The C-130J Super Hercules continues to sway from the turbulence caused by the surrounding, thunderous weather and dark skies. The pilot's