Press Releases

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 12, 2026
606th ACS exercises distributed command and control during AK26

Airmen assigned to the 606th Air Control Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, exercised distributed command-and-control operations during Astral Knight 2026, validating their ability to rapidly deploy and operate tactical air battle management capabilities from multiple locations, June 1-12, 2026.
June 10, 2026
All USAFE-based Airmen Living in Dormitories Now Eligible for Temporary Lodging Allowance upon departure

Effective June 9, 2026, unaccompanied service members stationed throughout USAFE, who reside in barracks or dormitories, may be eligible to receive Temporary Lodging Allowance (TLA) upon departure from their overseas duty station.
June 9, 2026
U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa to participate in ILA Berlin 26

U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa will participate in the ILA Berlin trade show at Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Germany, June 10-15.
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 4, 2026
Securing the Information Advantage: ACC leadership reinforces combat readiness, ISR capabilities during European tour

U.S. Air Force Gen. Adrian Spain, commander of Air Combat Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Unterseher, ACC command chief, visited Airmen across Europe during a multi-stop theater tour focused on readiness, intelligence integration, and warfighting capabilities.
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