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U.S. F-35s forward deploy to NATO’s eastern flank

A U.S. F-35A Lightning II assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah takes off at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2022. These are moves designed to respond to the current security environment and reinforce the deterrent and defensive posture on NATO’s eastern flank. They will ensure the robust defense of NATO Allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melody W. Howley)

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A U.S. F-35A Lightning II assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah takes off at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2022. The deployment of these forces is evidence of the strong commitment to our North Atlantic Treaty Organization Allies and to a whole, free and peaceful Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melody W. Howley)

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A U.S. F-35A Lightning II assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah taxis at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2022. USAFE’s ability to support and integrate with NATO’s air policing missions continually hardens the alliance’s solidarity, collective resolve, and ability to adapt to a dynamic warfighting environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melody W. Howley)

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Bomber Task Force Europe: B-52s join long-range strategic deployment

U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles, F-15E Strike Eagles, assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing, and Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s escort B-1 Lancer Bombers, assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, during a Bomber Task Force mission in the North Sea region, Nov. 10, 2021. The mission series demonstrates the U.S. Air Force’s unique ability to rapidly deploy to unfamiliar airfields and integrate with NATO allies and coalition partners. “Combining unique bomber strike packages with ally and partner capabilities offered within the European theater builds brings a force, which can counter any threat to our collective safety and security," said Gen. Jeff Harrigian, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Koby I. Saunders)

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Fueling partnership at Castle Forge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Boyles, a fuels specialist from the 4th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, supports F-15E Strike Eagles as they prepare for a series of integrated training sorties during operation Castle Forge alongside F-16 aircraft from the Hellenic Air Force’s 110th Combat Wing at Larissa Air Base, Greece, Oct. 11, 2021. Castle Forge is a U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa-led, joint, multi-national operation. It provides a dynamic, partnership-focused training environment that raises the U.S. commitment to collective defense in the Black Sea region while enhancing interoperability alongside NATO allies (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Andrew Layton).

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Fueling partnership at Castle Forge

U.S. Airmen from the 336th Fighter Squadron, 4th Fighter Wing, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, prepare their F-15E Strike Eagles for a series of integrated training sorties during operation Castle Forge alongside F-16 aircraft from the Hellenic Air Force’s 110th Combat Wing at Larissa Air Base, Greece, Oct. 11, 2021. Castle Forge is a U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa-led, joint, multi-national operation. It demonstrates the joint force’s combined ability to respond in times of crisis with a flexible, reassuring presence (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Andrew Layton).

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Fueling partnership at Castle Forge

U.S. Airmen from the 336th Fighter Squadron, 4th Fighter Wing, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, prepare their F-15E Strike Eagles for a series of training sorties conducted under Operation Castle Forge, alongside allies from the Hellenic Air Force’s 110th Combat Wing at Larissa Air Base, Greece, Oct. 11, 2021. The 110th Combat Wing flies the F-16 aircraft. Castle Forge is a U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa-led joint, multi-national operation. It demonstrates the joint force’s combined ability to respond in times of crisis with a flexible, reassuring presence (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Andrew Layton).

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Fueling partnership at Castle Forge

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Cody Colyer, a fuels specialist with the 4th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, coordinates with Hellenic Air Force Master Sgt. John Pliakos during operation Castle Forge at Larissa Air Base, Greece, Oct. 13, 2021. Castle Forge is a U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa-led joint, multi-national operation. It provides a dynamic, partnership-focused training environment that raises the U.S. commitment to collective defense in the Black Sea region while enhancing interoperability alongside NATO allies (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Andrew Layton).

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48th Fighter Wing Airman selected as one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year

U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Jutin Bennett, 48th Fighter Wing Security Forces Squadron flight chief, poses for a photo after being selected to be one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, July 7, 2021. This award recognizes 12 outstanding enlisted personnel for superior leadership, job performance, community involvement, and personal achievements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Koby I. Saunders)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Melissa Guldan and Master Sgt. David Sanner, Inter-European Air Forces Academy instructors, led training for members of the Ghanaian Armed Forces during a professional military education course, July 26, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. IEAFA’s mission is to strengthen allied and partner nation cooperation through education and training of the only common weapon system - people. (Courtesy photo)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. David Carte, Inter-European Air Forces Academy dean of academics, gives instructions to members of the Ghanian Armed Forces during a professional military education course, July 27, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The course, which took place July 19-30, focused on team building, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving strategies. The instructors utilized a variety of techniques to improve the participants’ decision-making, flexibility and execution as leaders. (Courtesy photo)

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A member of the Ghana Air Force conducts a critical thinking assessment during an Inter-European Air Forces Academy professional military education course, July 27, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. Professional military education is not a one-time course, but rather part of a progressive professional development program that deliberately builds combat capable and relevant leaders. (Courtesy photo)

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Inter-European Air Forces Academy leadership and instructors take a group picture with 20 members of the Ghanaian Armed Forces during a professional military education course, July 27, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The Ghanaian graduates join an alumni group of more than 1,000 officers and enlisted personnel from NATO and Partnership for Peace nations. (Courtesy photo)

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Ghana Air Force Sgt. Emmanual Afriyie looks at his graduation certificate following a ceremony, July 30, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The ceremony was a celebratory milestone for the Inter-European Air Forces Academy’s first-ever engagement on the African continent. The Ghanaian graduates join an alumni group of more than 1,000 officers and enlisted personnel from NATO and Partnership for Peace nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. R. Michael Longoria)

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A member of the Ghana Air Force records U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, during a graduation ceremony, July 30, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The ceremony was a celebratory milestone for the Inter-European Air Forces Academy’s first-ever engagement on the African continent. The Ghanaian graduates join an alumni group of more than 1,000 officers and enlisted personnel from NATO and Partnership for Peace nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. R. Michael Longoria)

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Members of the Ghana Air Force listen to remarks from U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, during a professional military education course graduation ceremony, July 30, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The Inter-European Air Forces Academy was founded in 2015 and has historically engaged with only European allies and partners; however, the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act expanded the academy’s authority to educate and train America’s partners in Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. R. Michael Longoria)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, provides opening remarks during a graduation ceremony, July 30, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The ceremony marked the milestone for 20 members of the Ghanaian Armed Forces who were the first graduates of the Inter-European Air Forces Academy’s professional military education course on the African continent. The course focused on team building, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving strategies. The instructors utilized a variety of techniques to improve the participants’ decision-making, flexibility and execution as leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. R. Michael Longoria)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, talks with Air Vice Marshal Frank Hanson, Ghana Air Force chief of air staff, prior to a graduation ceremony, July 30, 2021, in Accra, Ghana. The ceremony was a celebratory milestone for the Inter-European Air Forces Academy’s first-ever engagement on the African continent. An IEAFA mobile training team led a two-week, professional military education course for 20 members of the Ghanaian Armed Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. R. Michael Longoria)