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  • USAFE, 48th Fighter Wing personnel teams help ease Keflavik transitions

    Base closures are never an easy thing to execute in the Air Force. Transitioning an overseas installation back to its host nation is even tougher, especially when the operational mission must continue even during the changes and upheaval it causes servicemembers and their families. Try accomplishing

  • LEAD program: Airman’s path to Air Force Academy

    Airmen interested in challenging themselves while earning a degree and a commission can apply to the U.S. Air Force Academy through the Leaders Encouraging Airmen Development program. Every year, Airmen on active duty compete for appointments to the academy through the program. In 2007 there are 135

  • USAFE kicks off 101 Critical Days of Summer

    U.S. Air Forces in Europe kicks off its annual 101 Critical Days of Summer campaign May 27 with two distinct goals -- zero fatalities and a 25-percent reduction in specific mishaps. During the past seven summers, USAFE has experienced 12 fatalities in 11 mishaps, and all of those mishaps involved

  • Thinking about cosmetic surgery? Think safety

    As the popularity of cosmetic medical procedures continue to skyrocket, military families considering this option while serving in Germany should use discretion to ensure safety and avoid unexpected costs. While the majority of those who receive cosmetic procedures from host nation health care

  • Chievres fire fighters win best in USAFE

    Fire fighters from the 309th Airlift Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight are winners of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Fire Department of the Year (Small Department) award. The flight now competes for Air Force-level honors. The 18-member unit never missed a step providing airfield support

  • Better halves: Military spouses play key role in morale of troops

    The mission here doesn’t always depend on the people wearing uniforms. Military spouses play a key role by supporting their loved ones. With that being said, it may be just as important to keep the morale of the military spouses as high as the troops here. "In my opinion, it’s important to keep

  • 2006 USAFE Youth of the Year winner announced

    An 18-year-old from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, has been selected as the 2006 U.S. Air Forces in Europe Youth of the Year. By receiving the honor, Samantha Lamont is awarded a $3,000 scholarship for post high school education. The USAFE Services award recognizes superior leadership skills,

  • 2006 USAFE Idol winners announced

    The 2006 USAFE Idol winners were announced April 22 after a three-hour competition between eight base-level Idol winners. In addition to the base-level Idol contestants’ performances, the evening also featured music and entertainment by the USAFE Band “Direct Hit,” the 2005 USAFE Idol winner Maj.

  • USAFE announces 2006 USAFE Services Program Award winners

    U.S. Air Forces in Europe recently announced the 2006 USAFE Services Program Award winners. The winners are: Arts and Crafts: 48th Services Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England Bowling: 39th SVS, Incirlik AB, Turkey Child Development: 435th SVS, Ramstein AB, Germany Golf: 31st SVS, Aviano

  • USAFE announces 2006 USAFE Services Individual Award winners

    U.S. Air Forces in Europe recently announced the 2006 USAFE Services Individual Award winners. The winners are: Field Grad Officer: Lt. Col. Michael Platt, Incirlik Air Base, Turkey Company Grade Officer: Capt. Rosalie Duarte, Royal Air Force Alconbury, England Senior Non Commissioned Officer: