Press Releases

Aug. 7, 2026
USAFE-AFAFRICA celebrates three Outstanding Airmen of the Year winners

Two U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Airmen and one Airman recently assigned to the command have been selected as recipients of the Air Force's 2026 Outstanding Airmen of the Year award, earning recognition among the service's top enlisted performers for their exceptional leadership,
Aug. 4, 2026
Selfless service: 39th ABW Airman saves driver's life

No one knows when the call to act will come. For U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Darian Bogart, it came on the side of Interstate 95 in South Carolina, where years of military training prepared him to pull an unconscious driver from a burning vehicle and provide the lifesaving care that saved the driver's
Aug. 4, 2026
Liberty Wing Airman recognized among Air Force's Outstanding Airmen of the Year

For Senior Airman Nathan Carver, being named one of the Air Force's Outstanding Airmen of the Year isn't a finish line. It's another opportunity to serve. His selection places him among the Air Force's most distinguished enlisted Airmen, while highlighting the caliber of Airmen he serves alongside
July 30, 2026
Fighter weapons certification in Europe through COMBAT ARCHER UK 2026

After two weeks of high-end, tactical air and missile training, the U.S. Air Force’s COMBAT ARCHER UK ‘26 concluded July 24, 2026, with the combat certification of the USAF’s 492nd and 493rd Fighter Squadrons stationed at RAF Lakenheath, England.
July 22, 2026
German Coordinator of Transatlantic Cooperation visits the Global Gateway

Metin Hakverdi, German Coordinator of Transatlantic Cooperation, left, receives a mission brief from U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Devon Bullock, 37th Aircraft Maintenance flight chief, during his orientation visit to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 13, 2026. During his visit, Hakverdi learned more
July 22, 2026
USAFE-AFAFRICA strengthens defense through layered, integrated Counter-UAS approach

U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa is advancing its defensive posture against the growing threat of unmanned aerial systems by fielding and testing new equipment and enhancing training for Airmen across the theater.
July 17, 2026
European Partnership Flight - Albania strengthens regional airbase operations through multinational collaboration

More than 60 military members from six nations gathered in Tirana, Albania, for the European Partnership Flight Air Base Operations and Development Conference, 13 – 17 July, focused on strengthening regional air power through shared expertise and collaboration.
July 16, 2026
New Jersey ANG Airman shares expertise during European Partnership Flight

A New Jersey Air National Guard munitions expert shared best practices in explosives safety and storage with military representatives from six European nations during the European Partnership Flight Air Base Operations and Development Conference in Tirana, Albania, June 13-17, 2026.
July 12, 2026
COMBAT ARCHER UK 2026 is ready to launch in the United Kingdom

U.S. Air Force Airmen and aircraft are slated to join Royal Air Force forces for Exercise COMBAT ARCHER UK 2026 (CA-UK ‘26), scheduled July 13-24, 2026.
July 7, 2026
USAFE Band strikes chord of friendship during Freedom 250 in Hungary

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Five Star Brass Band strengthened U.S.-Hungary partnerships through performances and community engagements across Hungary in support of the U.S. Embassy Budapest’s Freedom 250 celebrations, July 1-4. The weeklong outreach commemorated the 250th