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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sheldrick Long, 86th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, polishes a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft part at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 7. Various parts of the aircraft must be removed during the inspections process to locate faulty parts within the aircraft. The 86th MXS works around the clock to make sure the base’s C-130J’s are maintained and ready to fly at all times.

86 MXS helps wing fly

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sheldrick Long, 86th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, polishes a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft part at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 7.

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U.S. Air Force Col. Matt Husemann, 86th Airlift Wing vice commander (left), Master Sgt. Hollie McCaleb, 86th maintenance squadron C-130J inspections section chief (center), and Chief Master Sgt. Ernesto Rendon, 86th AW command chief (right), pose for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan. 14, 2020. McCaleb was chosen as Airlifter of the Week, a program recognizing Airmen who go above and beyond in making the 86th AW the World’s Best Wing. Photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Gonzales

Airlifter of the Week: Leading, one lesson at a time

For one of Ramstein’s very own, servant leadership began early in an Airman’s career.
In 2005, then-Airman 1st Class Hollie McCaleb, an Honor Guard member assigned to Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, was the lead for a detail honoring a soldier killed in action.

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‘TIS THE SEASON — TAX SEASON!

‘TIS THE SEASON — TAX SEASON!

Tax season has begun and the Ramstein Tax Center wants you to know we are here for you! We realize that filing your taxes can be scary, but you don’t have to face the challenge alone.

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U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Heather R. Sanchez, 86th Security Forces Squadron Installation Access non-commissioned officer in charge, receives the U.S. Air Force Achievement Medal from U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jeremy Sheppard, 86th Security Forces Squadron commander on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 17. Sanchez received this award after saving the life of a mother visiting on base to see her son's place of work.

Technical Sgt. saves a life with CPR

The day started like any other for U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Heather R. Sanchez, 86th Security Forces Squadron Installation Access non-commissioned officer in charge.

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U.S. Air Advisors from the 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron hold discussions during a data conference at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 23. The air advisors brought in a consultant from the private sector to get a fresh prospective on data collection and analysis. 

435th CRSS strengthen allied partner relations

The 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron’s air advisors’ unique role allows them to engage, understand and resolve issues for U.S. allies and partner nations, which is pivotal for the strength of those partnerships and in maintaining a strategic advantage.

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Jerry Brooks, Air Staff Eagle Vision One Project Office director, speaks to Airmen from the 24th Intelligence Squadron during a sunset ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 28. Eagle Vision One used satellite imagery to support operations as well as aiding allies during natural disasters.  Photo by Airman 1st Class Manuel Zamora

The sun sets for Eagle Vision One

On Jan. 28, the 24th Intelligence Squadron held a sunset ceremony for the Eagle Vision One operation at Ramstein Air Base.

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Cobb, 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron cargo deployment function and air passenger terminal section chief, smiles during a conversation with his team at a restaurant at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 30. Cobb is team-oriented and attributes his success to his fellow Airmen and their dedication to the LRS mission. Photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Gonzales

Airlifter of the week: One Airman’s logistical adrenaline rush

Fluorescent lights hum as rain pelts against the windows of the vast room. Stillness reigns, brought on by thick, grey doors isolating the offices of the small building.

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Eligible Soldiers nearing separation will soon be able to prepare for transition through the Warrior Training Advancement Course, or WARTAC, a program that provides possible employment with the Department of Veterans Affairs, or VA. Graphic by U.S. Army

Program offers Soldiers head start on transitioning from military to civilian service

Eligible Soldiers nearing separation will soon be able to prepare for transition through the Warrior Training Advancement Course, or WARTAC, a program that provides possible employment with the Department of Veterans Affairs, or VA.

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6-5… in the fight!

6-5… in the fight!

LAJES FIELD, Portugal– Lajes Field provides a power projection platform that postures our U.S. forces to support joint operations, and these operations are successful through the partnership of our host nation military, the Portuguese Air Force. 

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jalen Branch, 7th Reconnaissance Squadron internal security response member and Raven applicant, stationed at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy, left, participates in a simulated scenario where an unauthorized individual is attempting to gain access to a restricted area, during a Raven pre-qualification course on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 15. Branch effectively de-escalates the situation by utilizing a commonly taught law enforcement technique known as “Verbal Judo.” The Ramstein Air Base Ravens pre-qualification course, instructed by the 86th Security Forces Ravens section, tests an applicant’s ability to endure extreme mental and physical strain in preparation for the 26-day Raven qualification course at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. 

Raven applicants refuse to quit in preparation to become one

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jalen Branch, 7th Reconnaissance Squadron internal security response member and Raven applicant, stationed at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy, left, participates in a simulated scenario where an unauthorized individual is attempting to gain access to a restricted area, during a Raven pre-qualification course on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 15.

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