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July 2, 2026
Historical highlights: 250 years of independence, partnership, and airpower

On July 4, 2026, the United States celebrates a historic milestone: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of a nation founded on the ideals of liberty, self-governance and freedom.
June 18, 2026
Historical highlights: 85 years of airpower evolution

On June 20, 1941, the publication of Army Regulation 95-5 marked a pivotal moment in American military history with the creation of the Army Air Forces. As global tensions escalated and the prospect of U.S. involvement in World War II became increasingly likely, military leaders recognized the need
June 18, 2026
U.S. participation at ILA Berlin demonstrates enduring Allied commitment

U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa led the U.S. military's presence at the 2026 International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) Berlin Air Show, emphasizing U.S. airpower, innovation and a commitment to strengthening partnerships with Allies and partners.
June 16, 2026
Astral Knight 26: Fighters, bombers, tactical C2 reinforce USAF readiness

After two weeks of high-end tactical integrated air and missile defense training, Astral Knight 2026 concluded June 12, 2026. Led by U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa, the exercise validated the U.S. Air Force's ability to project decisive military power, combining advanced fighter and
June 8, 2026
Liberty Wing strengthens Allied interoperability during Ramstein Flag 26

The 48th Fighter Wing began its participation in Exercise Ramstein Flag 26 June 8, demonstrating its ability to integrate with NATO Allies and execute distributed operations on NATO’s eastern flank.Held across Europe, from Norway to Spain, RAFL26 is the first NATO Air Component-led multinational
June 5, 2026
Normandy families nourish connections with U.S. service members around the table

A quaint town with stone-paved streets leads visitors to a local airborne museum; directly across the street stands the famous Church of Sainte-Mère-Église, featuring a mannequin paratrooper hanging from its steeple. Over 200 military personnel gathered at the church to walk through downtown toward
June 3, 2026
U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs Arrive in Finland for Ramstein Flag 2026

U.S. Air Force Airmen and F-35A Lightning II aircraft from the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, England, arrived in Pirkkala, Finland, for NATO Allied Air Command’s (AIRCOM’s) Ramstein Flag 2026 (RAFL26) executing from June 8-19, 2026. The large-scale, multi-domain exercise is in its third year
June 1, 2026
Astral Knight 2026 kicks off in the United Kingdom

Astral Knight 2026 (AK26), U.S. European Command’s premier integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) exercise, led by U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa, is underway in the United Kingdom.
May 28, 2026
New Deployable Air Base System in Powidz Strengthens U.S.-Poland Partnership

U.S. and Polish officials gathered in Powidz Air Base on May 27, 2026, to celebrate the completion of the U.S. Air Force’s second-largest War Reserve Materiel site in Europe, a major step forward in military cooperation between the two countries.
May 25, 2026
Remembering sacrifice at Suresnes American Cemetery

A commemorative wreath is displayed during the Memorial Day ceremony held at the Suresnes American Cemetery and Memorial, Suresnes, France, May 24, 2026. The cemetery contains the remains of 1,559 Americans who died in World War I and 24 unknown fallen service members from World War II.