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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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Community Corner, August 15, 2014

Airman & Family Readiness Center Monday » Ramstein Spouses Orientation (RSO): 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., A&FRC » First Duty Station Officer Financial Brief: 10 a.m. to noon, A&FRC » USA Jobs workshop: 1 to 3 p.m., A&FRC Tuesday » Reintegration Brief: 9 to 11 a.m., IDRC » Pre-Deployment Brief: 1 to 3 p.m., IDRC […]

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Features, News

HVAC Airmen refresh contingency skills

HVAC Airmen refresh contingency skills

by Airman First Class Michael Stuart 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Whether in Alaska shivering during the long winter months or stationed on the sandy beaches of Florida, every Airman should have heating, ventilation or air conditioning. That’s why the 435th Construction and Training Squadron gives heating, ventilation and air conditioning training to Guard, Reserve and active-duty Airmen to sharpen their HVAC abilities.

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USAFE Band at Hockenheim Ring

USAFE Band at Hockenheim Ring

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Building a better base with sweat, metal

Building a better base with sweat, metal

by Airman First Class Michael Stuart
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Usually when someone breaks into an office or manipulates their way into a safe, the average individual would be alarmed, but breaking and entering is just in a day’s work for the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron.

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To be eyes of the eagle; AFOSI

by Senior Airman Timothy Moore
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

There are probably as many reasons as there are people why a person decides to join the military, and likely even more reasons why those same people choose the career path they do.

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Features, Health

Left-handed Airmen overcome unique challenges

Airman Larissa Greatwood
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Wednesday was “Inter-national Left-Hander’s Day” to honor those who smudge their papers and awkwardly bump elbows with righties. It’s a day to spread awareness of the struggles of being left-handed, and also encourages right-handed people to try doing daily tasks with their left hand.

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Features, News

An end, a beginning – transition offers many opportunities for Soldiers

An end, a beginning – transition offers many opportunities for Soldiers

By Staff Sgt. Warren W. Wright Jr.
21st TSC Public Affairs

For Soldiers leaving the Army and transitioning into civilian life, the unknown future can be stressful – even scary. Fortunately, there’s light at the end of the tunnel and leaving a life in uniform is not only the end of one phase in life but the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

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Top 6 things to check out on your LES

Top 6 things to check out on your LES

by Senior Airman Holly Mansfield
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

When looking at a leave and earnings statement, it probably looks like a page with a bunch of boxes and 78 different things that don’t make sense.

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Features, News

Take Note, August 15, 2014

PA Closure The 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs office will be closed on Thursday. Normal operations will resume Aug. 25. Bazaar Round-Up Social The Ramstein Officers’ Spouses Club will meet for a Bazaar Round-Up Social 9:30 a.m. Aug. 27 at the Ramstein Officers’ Club. Meet new friends, and learn all […]

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