by Kevin O’Neal,
Jennifer Farrell,
Lt. Col. Jeffrey Hamblin,
Chief Master Sgt. Jonathan Redfern,
Brian Brackens
Air Force Life Cycle Management Center
In November, the Air Force completed fielding of an improved chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear protective mask for aircrew on rotary wing aircraft, allowing operational units to achieve full operational capability. This next-generation mask, also known as the Joint Service Aircrew Mask — Rotary Wing, replaces the Aircrew Eye and […]
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Story and photos by
Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Approximately 16 company grade officers assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing and their geographically separated units attended the 521st AMOW flight commander’s course on Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 30 to Nov. 1. The course focused on training officers in flight commander positions to fill the […]
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by Keith Wright
Air Force Safety Center Public Affairs
On Nov. 15, the Air Force Safety Center released a mobile version of the Airman Safety App enabling Airmen at installations Air Force wide to voluntarily report safety issues with their devices as they encounter them. A capability designed to advance the Airman Safety Action Program, this simple proactive tool […]
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Story and photo by
Airman 1st Class Ariel Leighty
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
An 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron inbound cargo non-commissioned officer in charge received the honor of being Ramstein’s Airlifter of the Week on Nov. 21. The 86th Airlift Wing commander and command chief lauded U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dillion Matautia for his excellence in executing the Air Force’s mission across […]
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by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
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Story and photo by Erinn Burgess
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz
The holiday season is upon us, with festivities such as Christmas markets, celebrations, concerts and other public gatherings. Though these activities are sources of fun and enjoyment, potential risk is always present. U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz force protection officials remind military personnel and their families to exercise caution and stay […]
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Story and photo by Mary Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz
During December’s National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month, emphasis is placed on reducing the number of impaired drivers on the road to prevent loss of life. This is done through an active campaign to help educate drivers about the risks and consequences of driving while impaired. “It is […]
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by Gabriele Arseneault
Landstuhl Elementary Middle School
Recently, Ms. Sharon Emerling’s, Ms. Maxine Reid’s, and Mr. Mark Wilburn’s fifth grade students at Landstuhl Elementary Middle School went on a study trip to the Karlsruhe Zoo. While at the Karlsruhe Zoo, the fifth grade students focused on Living Systems. The zoo was a perfect place to identify the […]
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by 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Editor’s Note: This article was published in a previous edition of the Kaiserslautern American and the information has been updated to reflect this year’s event. The city of Sankt Wendel will hold its Christmas market combined with a medieval market Saturday to Dec. 16. More than 140 little decorated houses […]
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