Archive for August, 2014

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Sgt. Brandon Allums, NCO assigned to the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, helps his son, Khalil, with the creation of “Rainbow Ice” during a science fair Aug. 8 at the Vogelweh Child Development Center.

CDC brings parents, children together at science fair

Story and photo by Sgt. 1st Class Alexander A. Burnett
21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

During a four-day weekend in Europe, service members have many options on how to spend their leisure time. Some choose to travel, some choose to visit local historic sites and some choose to stay at home and relax. For some members of the KMC, a four-day weekend meant an afternoon of science.

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Photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan CastelanA line forms Monday outside the front entrance of the recently renovated Chili’s restaurant on Ramstein. The 86th Force Support Squadron welcomed the crowd with a ribbon cutting ceremony and prizes for a few lucky Airmen.

Newly renovated Chili’s now open

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Schools

Educating Airmen, families on investing in their future

by Airman 1st Class Michael Stuart
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

When someone decides they want to start or continue their education but are unsure of what classes to take or what degree program to enroll in, the education office is the right place for them to find answers.

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News

521st AMOG changes command

521st AMOG changes command

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Features

Senior Master Sgt. Keith Custer, 86th Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, speaks with an Airman Aug. 8 on Ramstein. Custer has 10 years of first sergeant experience between 10 different units.

Airman leaves diamond-hard legacy

Story and photo by Airman Larissa Greatwood
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

It takes a certain kind of person to become an effective first sergeant. Working all hours of the day and always having to carry a phone and answer it, first sergeants put the mission before themselves and exude the Air Force second core value: service before self.

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Celebrating National Women’s Equality Day

by Master Sgt. Rachel Arter & Senior Master Sgt. Yvonne Davis
569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron & 2nd Air Postal Squadron

Although my father would try and explain this to me, it was difficult to comprehend that there was a time when women in the United States did not have the same rights as men. Growing up I always saw myself as an equal. After all, I was paid the same as my male counterparts and was able to vote shortly after my 18th birthday.

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Photos by Senior Airman Armando A. Schwier-MoralesAirman 1st Class Jordan Willy, 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron vehicle journeyman, hammers a junk car. The 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron hosted its 8th annual car show, bringing together Ramstein and the local community to showcase drivers and their cars, Aug. 16 on Ramstein. The car show also included a “smash a car for a buck” contest, local vendors, performance tests, a “how loud can the car get” contest and many more events.

VRS hosts 8th annual car show

     

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Maj. William Dabney, 86th Inspector General chief of wing readiness, sits in the pilot seat of a C-37A Gulfstream V checking to make sure everything is ready before a training flight Aug. 11 on Ramstein.

Pilot launches IG perspective

Story and photo by Airman Larissa Greatwood
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

When asking a child what they wish to be when they grow up, a variety of responses may arise: a doctor, firefighter, ice skater or veterinarian, for example. For one 76th Airlift Squadron pilot, his interest in flying started at a young age.

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Airmen from different nations dine at the International Dining Facility at Headquarters Allied Air Command Aug. 13 on Ramstein. Until recently, an escort was required along with several days of processing time to dine at the facility. The change came after a desire was expressed to offer a new dining facility and a multinational experience.

NATO opens kitchen to all

Story and photo by Senior Airman Armando A. Schwier-Morales
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A Greek, an American, a German and their dependents walked up to the bar — a salad bar. The NATO compound International Dining Facility recently opened its doors to all personnel with access to Ramstein Aug. 6, offering vegetables, drinks and other food.

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A Ramstein-based C-130J Super Hercules takes off after performing a “touch-and-go” Aug. 11 at Powidz Air Base, Poland. Ramstein Airmen deployed to Poland as part of a bilateral training mission in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve, which was designed to promote regional stability and security.

Cloudburst: C-130s train through adverse weather

Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Jarad A. Denton
U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Public Affairs

The sky wept — a flood from the heavens that seemed poised to wash the world away. The water, cold and unforgiving, soaked everything through to its core.

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