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U.S. Army paratroopers prepare for a joint forcible entry operation during exercise Saber Junction 26 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 26, 2026. The exercise event integrated U.S. Army airborne forces with U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps aircrews to rehearse the coordination required to rapidly project combat power by air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

86 AW builds mobility readiness during Agile Gateway, Saber Junction 26

The 86th Airlift Wing supported exercise Saber Junction 26 with joint air mobility operations alongside U.S. Army and Marine Corps forces Aug. 24-30.

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ABC in KMC: Altweibersommer

ABC in KMC: Altweibersommer

A season of color and celebration As the vibrant hues of summer give way to the rich, warm tones of autumn, Germany transforms into a picturesque landscape filled with cultural festivities and natural beauty. Fall in Germany is a time of celebration, reflection, and enjoyment of the great outdoors with […]

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Eli Deroon, left, 86th Operations Support Squadron wing tactician, and Capt. Peter Hoffend, 37th Airlift Squadron pilot, fly a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to a sand landing zone in Rømø, Denmark, during exercise Northern Viking 26, Aug. 25, 2026. U.S. aircrews worked alongside Danish Armed Forces personnel to coordinate training to land on unimproved surfaces makes aircrew more agile and capable of delivering personnel and equipment when established runways are unavailable or constrained. NV26 strengthens the agile and interoperable airlift capabilities needed to surge forces across the High North and defend the strategic approaches linking North America and Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)

Beyond the runway: 37 AS tests C-130J versatility in Iceland during NV26

The 37th AS, based out of Ramstein Air Base, arrived Aug. 21 to support NV26 and test their training in Iceland’s austere environment. They brought two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to engage in specialized operations alongside NATO Allies.

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86th AW welcomes new SNCOs with induction ceremony

86th AW welcomes new SNCOs with induction ceremony

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Building a combat care network for military working dogs

Building a combat care network for military working dogs

Through proactive training, Chabelley Airfield medical staff and the Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa Veterinary team are providing critical backup care to service members to best support military working dog teams. This initiative directly supports the installation’s enduring priorities of defending the base and sustaining operations. To […]

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From sand to sky: Northern Viking 26 expands operational reach to Denmark

From sand to sky: Northern Viking 26 expands operational reach to Denmark

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Medical Readiness Command, Europe G-6 Information Technology Team wins 2026 MEDCOM Mercury Award for HIT Team of the Year

Medical Readiness Command, Europe G-6 Information Technology Team wins 2026 MEDCOM Mercury Award for HIT Team of the Year

The Medical Readiness Command, Europe G6 (Information Technology) team was recently selected as the 2026 US Army Medical Command Mercury Award winner for Health Information Technology Team of the year. The winners were announced at the 2026 Defense Health Information Technology Symposium Aug. 10 in New Orleans. The U.S. Army […]

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From curriculum to culture: 725th AMS puts resilience plan into action

From curriculum to culture: 725th AMS puts resilience plan into action

NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain – Along Spain’s southern coast the 725th Air Mobility Squadron is turning the unique pressures at Naval Station Rota into a testing ground for a more deliberate approach to developing resiliency. “This squadron has some of the best Airmen in the Air Force, and I want […]

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Spin it to win it: McConnell AFB innovation

Spin it to win it: McConnell AFB innovation

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. — A 3D-printed tool designed by a Team McConnell maintainer is helping Airmen refinish aircraft wheels faster by allowing them to rotate the wheels while painting, eliminating hours of drying time between coats. Designed and built by Master Sgt. Jonathon Holle, 931st Maintenance Squadron aircraft […]

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Unterwegs – September 4, 2026

BARBAROSSA-FEST “SWINGING LAUTERN” UNTIL SEP. 6, CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN Live shows on the stages and squares, as well as marching bands in the pedestrian zones. Shop to jazz, swing, blues, boogie, salsa, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll. Experience a top-notch program on multiple stages with regional and international bands, plus […]

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