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U.S., Norway conduct first F-35 cross-service maintenance

A Royal Norwegian Air Force Airman watches as a U.S. F-35 Lightning II pilot prepares to disembark the aircraft after a flight from RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom to Ørland Main Air Station in Norway, April 8, 2024. A team of Norwegian Airmen received the U.S. aircraft and pilot, and prepared the aircraft for its next mission. The mission marked the first time that Airmen from one nation’s military provided servicing to another nation’s F-35 aircraft without supervision. The cross servicing of aircraft between NATO partners highlights the future interoperability with fellow F-35 users across the European Theater.” (RNoAF photo by Ole Andreas Vekve)
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U.S., Norway conduct first F-35 cross-service maintenance

Airmen with the Royal Norwegian Air Force refuel a U.S. F-35 Lightning II at Ørland Air Station in Norway, April 8, 2024. The mission marked the first time that Airmen from one nation’s military provided servicing to another nation’s F-35 aircraft without supervision. The cross servicing of aircraft between NATO partners highlights the future interoperability with fellow F-35 users across the European Theater. (RNoAF photo by Ole Andreas Vekve)
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Exploring the JMDCC Operator Course for Advanced Security Training

A student in the JMDCC Operator Course sets up the Rapidly Deployable Small Uncrewed Aircraft Defense System (RD-SUADS) during their course capstone. The course curriculum spans a comprehensive 80-hour blend of coursework and hands-on learning. Participants include Air Force and Army military personnel and civilians.
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Exploring the JMDCC Operator Course for Advanced Security Training

Students at the JMDCC Operator course examines fellow students during course capstone event. Conducted six times a year, this training is held at the Polygone, located a short distance away from Ramstein Air Base. This course's capstone centers on the continual upkeep and efficient operation of the Rapidly Deployable Small Uncrewed Aircraft Defense System.
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USAFE Unveils New TACAN System for Enhanced Combat Deployments

Airman First Class Isaiah Martinez and Staff Sgt. Morgan Giacomelli demonstrate the ease in assembling the1st Combat Communications Squadron’s newest Tactical Air Navigation System. Small and portable, the antenna can provide precise distance information to 250 aircraft simultaneously to coordinate an effective air bridge to expedite military airlift and air operations wherever needed. The 1st Combat Communications Squadron, part of the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing based at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, provides rapidly-deployable communications and air traffic control services across three continents as well as supporting NATO and UN partners.
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USAFE-AFAFRICA Demonstrates Breakthrough Mobile MQ-9A Satellite Launch and Recovery Package

Airmen from the 163rd ATKW prepare the MQ-9A Reaper Satellite Launch and Recover Package (SLR-P) for start-up during a proof-of-concept event in Mirosławiec, Poland, Aug. 30, 2023. The SLR-P offers a compact, "wallet-sized" innovation poised to launch and recover the MQ-9A at strategic theater locations situated in some of the most rugged, remote outposts in Europe. This marks a departure from conventional practices that necessitated returning to home stations for basic level maintenance.
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USAFE-AFAFRICA Demonstrates Breakthrough Mobile MQ-9A Satellite Launch and Recovery Package

Airmen from U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa and the 435th Contingency Response prepare the Satellite Launch and Recover Package (SLR-P) for a proof of concept on the MQ-9A Reaper) in Mirosławiec, Poland, Aug. 30, 2023. Tailored specifically for the European and African theaters, the SLR-P consists of a small, mobile container with an inventory list finely tuned to address the unique operational requirements and environmental nuances of each specific region. The container, designed to be highly mobile, can be retrofitted with its own wheels to be towed or be carried by any means of available transportation.
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USAFE-AFAFRICA Demonstrates Breakthrough Mobile MQ-9A Satellite Launch and Recovery Package

An Airman from the 435th Contingency Response Group observes the connection between the MQ-9A Reaper and the Pennsylvania Air National Guard aircrew during a proof of concept event of the MQ-9A Reaper Satellite Launch and Recovery Package (SLR-P) at the 12th Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Air Base in Mirosławiec, Poland, Aug. 30, 2023. Tailored specifically for the European and African theaters, the SLR-P consists of a small, mobile container with an inventory list finely tuned to address the unique operational requirements and environmental nuances of each specific region.
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USAFE-AFAFRICA Demonstrates Breakthrough Mobile MQ-9A Satellite Launch and Recovery Package

From left, U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Rayner, commander of the 435th Contingency Response Group, is joined by U.S. Air Force Maj. Philip "Flip" West, USAFE-AFAFRICA MQ-9A Reaper subject matter expert, and Polish Air Force Col. Marcin Szubiński, commander of 12th UAV Air Base, to discuss future interoperability and integration of the MQ9-A Reaper Satellite Launch and Recovery Package (SLR-P). The three observed a SLR-P proof-of-concept event in Mirosławiec, Poland, Aug. 30, 2023.
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B-2 Spirit Conducts Historic Hot Pit Refueling in Norway

A B-2 Spirit assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., takes off after hot pit refueling at Ørland flystasjon, Brekstad, Norway, Aug. 29, 2023. The B-2s are currently operating out of Naval Air Station Keflavik, Iceland for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-4. The BTF provides aircrews the ability to forward posture strategic bombers within the European theater, enabling integration with NATO Allies and partners to advance the ability for the allies to operate as a single, cohesive force.
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B-2 Spirit Conducts Historic Hot Pit Refueling in Norway

A B-2 Spirit assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., participated in the B-2s the first hot pit refueling at Ørland flystasjon, Brekstad, Norway, Aug. 29, 2023. The B-2s are currently operating out of Naval Air Station Keflavik, Iceland for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-4. The BTF provides aircrews the ability to forward posture strategic bombers within the European theater, enabling integration with NATO Allies and partners to advance the ability for the allies to operate as a single, cohesive force.
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B-2 Spirit Conducts Historic Hot Pit Refueling in Norway

A B-2 Spirit assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., taxis into place for a hot pit refuel at Ørland flystasjon, Brekstad, Norway, Aug. 29, 2023. The B-2s are currently operating out of Naval Air Station Keflavik, Iceland for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-4. The BTF provides aircrews the ability to forward posture strategic bombers within the European theater, enabling integration with NATO Allies and partners to advance the ability for the allies to operate as a single, cohesive force.
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B-2 Spirit Conducts Historic Hot Pit Refueling in Norway

Two B-2 Spirits assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., arrive at Ørland flystasjon, Brekstad, Norway, Aug. 29, 2023. The B-2s are currently operating out of Naval Air Station Keflavik, Iceland for Bomber Task Force Europe 23-4. The BTF provides aircrews the ability to forward posture strategic bombers within the European theater, enabling integration with NATO Allies and partners to advance the ability for the allies to operate as a single, cohesive force.
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37 AS connects USAF, Allies and Partners for Astral Knight 23-6

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kory Frame, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, prepares a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft for flight in support of Astral Knight 2023 Part 6, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 18, 2023. AK23-6 incorporates Agile Combat Employment concepts designed to make the Air Force more agile in execution, more resilient in sustaining capabilities, and more lethal in delivering combat power from austere and remote locations.
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37 AS connects USAF, Allies and Partners for Astral Knight 23-6

Lithuanian air force Sgt. Rokas Vyautas Grientnickas, Fuels Section special liquids technician, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ramiro Ramirez, 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chief, refuel a U.S. C-130J Super Hercules aircraft in Lithuania in support of Astral Knight 23 Part 6, Aug. 18, 2023. Exercises and deployments utilizing Agile Combat Employment concepts by distributing aviation operations ensure forces in Europe are ready to protect and defend Allies, Partners and U.S. interests at a moment’s notice.
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37 AS connects USAF, Allies and Partners for Astral Knight 23-6

U.S. Air Force Airmen from Aviano Air Base, Italy, board a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron, during Astral Knight 2023 Part 6, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 18, 2023. The 37th AS delivered the Airmen to a strategic location in Lithuania to exercise Agile Combat Employment concepts during AK23-6. ACE enables U.S. forces in Europe to operate from locations with varying levels of capacity and support, ensuring Airmen and aircrews are postured to deliver lethal combat power across the spectrum of military operations.
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37 AS connects USAF, Allies and Partners for Astral Knight 23-6

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ramiro Ramirez and Master Sgt. George Harlan, both 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chiefs, configure a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft for multiple passengers to support Astral Knight 2023 Part 6, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 18, 2023. AK23-6 is a multinational live-fly field training exercise, aimed to demonstrate proactive and reactive Agile Combat Employment deployments, enhance command and control procedures, and improve logistics with Allies and Partners in the Arctic and Baltic regions.
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37 AS connects USAF, Allies and Partners for Astral Knight 23-6

U.S. Air Force Capt. Johnny Murphy, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, performs preflight checks at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 18, 2023. The 37th AS is supporting Astral Knight 23 Part 6, which incorporates all U.S. Air Forces in Europe — Air Forces Africa flying wings along with the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing and focuses on Agile Combat Employment proactive and reactive asset movements, as well as ground and aerial interoperability training.
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RIAT showcases 100 years of U.S. air refueling

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker pilot speaks to airshow spectators waiting to view U.S. aircraft at the 2023 Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, England, July 15, 2023. RIAT participation demonstrates U.S. commitment to European allies and partners while highlighting U.S. capabilities to a diverse audience, emphasizing unity, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Symantha King)
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MAINEiacs Aim High during Arctic Challenge

Tech. Sgt. Mike York discusses post flight maintenance operations with his wingman after their KC-135 flew over the Arctic Circle, June 8, 2023. The 101st ARW is taking part in Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023, a live fly exercise that serves to advance arctic security initiatives and enhance interoperability in the increasingly dynamic and contested region.
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