Changes of Command

86 MDG says farewell, welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Herman, 86th Medical Group incoming commander, provides remarks during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 25, 2025. The 86th MDG supports the Air Force’s largest clinic, for three wings and is the largest Department of Defense community overseas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)
Members of the Ramstein Air Base Honor Guard present the colors at the 86th Medical Group change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 25, 2025. This ceremony signified the transfer of responsibilities from the outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Dwayne Baca, to the incoming commander, Col. Andrew Herman. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Sampson)

86 MSG welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Jason L. Schenck, 86th Mission Support Group incoming commander, renders his first salute to the 86th MSG during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, June 27. Photo by by Airman 1st Class Jason Jones Jr.

86 CPTS welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Adrienne L. Williams, 86th Airlift Wing commander, presents Maj. William L. Liaw, 86th Comptroller Squadron incoming commander, with the 86th CPTS guidon to assume command during the squadron’s change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 27, 2025. The 86th CPTS provides financial support to two higher headquarters, four wings and 75 geographically separated units, supporting three combatant commands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)
U.S. Air Force Maj. William L. Liaw, 86th Comptroller Squadron incoming commander, provides remarks during the squadron’s change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 27, 2025. The 86th CPTS provides a wide range of financial and administrative services crucial to the effective operation of the Global Gateway. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)