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Air Force-led engineer team prepares Manda Bay for expansion, enhanced Kenyan interoperability

Members of the 475th Civil Engineer Flight at Camp Simba, Manda Bay, Kenya, collaborate on ongoing installation improvement projects on Jan. 15, 2025. The joint-service engineer force at Camp Simba has been integral to the plans and preparations ahead of the Department of Defense and Department of State expansion of the strategic operating location, including 294,000 square feet of airfield construction and increased fuel storage capacity. Enduring infrastructure is vital to enhancing interoperability and will enable Kenya's continued growth as a strategic military partner, with the capacity to maintain security in the region against threats like Al-Shabaab. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Air Force-led engineer team prepares Manda Bay for expansion, enhanced Kenyan interoperability

A member of the 475th Civil Engineer Flight at Camp Simba, Manda Bay, Kenya, operates a front loader on Jan. 15, 2025. The joint-service engineer force at Camp Simba has been integral to the plans and preparations ahead of the Department of Defense and Department of State expansion of the strategic operating location, including 294,000 square feet of airfield construction and increased fuel storage capacity. Enduring infrastructure is vital to enhancing interoperability and will enable Kenya's continued growth as a strategic military partner, with the capacity to maintain security in the region against threats like Al-Shabaab. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jana Somero)

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Ramstein Spouse named USAF Spouse of Year

Megan Miccio, a workforce development program specialist at U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, recently received the Joan Orr Air Force Spouse of the Year award at the Department of the Air Force level. U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin presented the award, honoring Miccio’s significant contributions and tireless efforts to support military families and make a positive impact in her community. Pictured from left are Miccio, her son Harrison, and Gen. Allvin.

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USAFE-AFAFRICA meets with Zambian Air Force to plan African Air Chiefs Symposium

Lt. Gen. Jason T. Hinds, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa, deputy commander, met with Zambian Air Force members of the Association of African Air Forces Lt. Col. Juliet Mbimbi, Women, Peace and Security representative, Maj. Moses Sichilima, liaison officer, and Warrant Officer 1 Festus Mwelwa, senior enlisted representative, during the African Air Chiefs Symposium planning meeting at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan. 14. Hinds represented Gen James Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa commander and co-chairman of the Association of African Air Forces. Hinds discussed with the Zambian delegation plans for the upcoming symposium in Lusaka and relayed Hecker’s commitment to co-hosting the event, which will provide a forum for strategic dialogue among African Air Chiefs to discuss common interests on the continent and foster cooperation.

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Aviano F-16s and Airmen test capabilities during NATO Exercise Poggio Dart

Italian F-35s, Eurofighters, Predators, and the innovative Sirius system participated in Poggio Dart 2024.

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa and the Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir perform for an audience of military members and German nationals during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. The USAFE-AFAFRICA band consistently performs within the local community to bolster a unique and powerful partnership that has been vital to mission success for several decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Sarah Cosano, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band member, plays the saxophone during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. The USAFE-AFAFRICA Band serves to increase cultural ties and enhance the continuous relationship between the U.S. and Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

Local community members applaud the U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. Events such as these sustain interoperability and preserve long standing relationships with allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band and the Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir perform for an audience of military members and German nationals during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. The USAFE-AFAFRICA band is directed by U.S. Air Force Capt. Brian O’Donnell, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa flight commander, with the participation of solo vocalist, Senior Airman Natalie Angst. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Natalie Angst, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band vocalist, sings during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. These concerts offer a personal stage for cultural exchange and fellowship of musical traditions between the U.S. Air Force musicians and European audiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Nathan Held, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band baritone saxophonist, performs a solo during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. These concerts offer a platform for cultural exchange and sharing of musical traditions between the U.S. Air Force musicians and European audiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

Local community members applaud the U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. The USAFE-AFAFRICA band consistently performs within the local community to bolster a unique and powerful partnership that has been vital to mission success for several decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeants from the Kaiserslautern Military Community attend the KMC Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. These concerts offer a platform for cultural exchange and sharing of musical traditions between the U.S. Air Force musicians and European audiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band and the Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir perform for an audience of military members and German nationals during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. The USAFE-AFAFRICA band serves to increase cultural ties and enhance the continuous relationship between the U.S. and Germany. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Kaiserslautern Military Community Celebrates 30 Years of German-American Friendship

Local community members applaud the U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Band during the Kaiserslautern Military Community Christmas concert at the Fruchthalle in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Dec. 13, 2024. These concerts offer a personal stage for cultural exchange and fellowship of musical traditions between the U.S. Air Force musicians and European audiences. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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Third AF command team connects with 86 AW Airmen to learn missions

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, Third Air Force commander, middle left, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Stephanie Cates, Third Air Force command chief, middle right, participate in a medical demonstration on a training dummy at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 12, 2024. The demonstration provided a hands-on way to learn about the 86th Medical Squadron’s capabilities the unit deploys during their missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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Third AF command team connects with 86 AW Airmen to learn missions

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, Third Air Force commander, listens to Chief Master Sgt. Bryant Roy, 86th Operations Group senior enlisted leader, talk about how Ramstein handled Operations Allies Refuge during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 12, 2024. The tour provided the opportunity for 86th Airlift Wing leadership team to connect with Airmen, observe day-to-day operations, and gain insight on the Wings priorities and mission execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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Third AF command team connects with 86 AW Airmen to learn missions

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Stephanie Cates, Third Air Force command chief, middle left, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, Third Air Force commander, middle right, participate in a simulated aeromedical evacuation exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 12, 2024. The visit provided the opportunity for the leadership team to connect with Airmen, observe day-to-day operations, and gain insight on the Wings priorities and mission execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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Third AF command team connects with 86 AW Airmen to learn missions

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Fintan Nakada, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilot, explains the C-130 J's mission to U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, Third Air Force commander, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 12, 2024. Nakada explained how the C-130J’s unique capabilities are used to provide support to the 86th Airlift Wing’s mission as the Global Gateway. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert)

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COMUSAFE meets Air National Guard acting director

Gen. James B. Hecker, Commander, US Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa, met with Maj. Gen. Duke Pirak, Acting Director of the Air National Guard, on Dec. 12 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. During Pirak’s visit to Ramstein, he held an All Call with Air National Guardsmen on duty across the Kaiserslautern Military Community and met with USAFE-AFAFRICA leaders to discuss upcoming exercises and ANG personnel availability.

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