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  • Air Force names Lajes chaplain No. 1 for 2005

    The Air Force recently named the flightline chaplain at Lajes as its Outstanding Company Grade Chaplain of the Year for 2005.Chaplain (Capt.) David Knight received the news from his Squadron Officer School commandant on the first day of class. “I was shocked and very humbled to find out about the

  • FUNDING SUPPORT FOR 14 USAFE LIBRARIES

    Lt. Gen. Robert Bishop, US Air Forces in Europe Vice Commander, recently approved funding of over $130,000 in support of 14 USAFE libraries. The funds will be used to enhance library programs with books, audio visual materials and staff training. “We’re absolutely thrilled,” said USAFE Librarian

  • 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,