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Ramstein pilots lead formation of four

Ramstein pilots lead formation of four

by Airman 1st Class Kristof J. Rixmann
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs,

 

July 20, 2018 ×

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Taking an oath, paying it forward

Taking an oath, paying it forward

Story and photos by Senior Airman Jourdan Barrons
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

His coworkers described him in a few short words: positive, strong, and lively. Friends and family say Senior Airman Pascal Nyowatchon has a smile that’s contagious and a personality that fills a room. “I come to work happy every day,” Nyowatchon said “I smile, I laugh.” His decision to always […]

July 12, 2018 ×

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Meet 521st AMOW Commander Col. Bradley L. Spears

Meet 521st AMOW Commander Col. Bradley L. Spears

by Crystal Young
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing welcomed Col. Bradley L. Spears as the wing’s new commander June 28. Spears has dedicated his career to the United States Air Force for 24 years and most recently served as vice commander of the wing. Col.  Spears is a command pilot with more […]

July 12, 2018 ×

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Chapel team fights for resiliency, morale

Chapel team fights for resiliency, morale

Story and photo by Senior Airman Joshua Magbanua
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

When people think of military chaplains, they think of the commissioned officers who handle the military’s religious services. While that’s true, religious affairs are not a chaplain’s sole mission. Apart from meeting the religious needs of the community, Air Force chaplains also provide private counseling services, sponsor resiliency events for […]

July 12, 2018 ×

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Masters of aerial delivery

Masters of aerial delivery

by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Public Affairs
July 12, 2018 ×

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Tech expo showcases emerging military technologies

Tech expo showcases emerging military technologies

by Erinn Burgess
Installation Management Command Public Affairs

The U.S. Army’s modernization strategy has one focus: make Soldiers and units more lethal to win the nation’s wars and come home safely. In a world of cutting-edge science and evolving technology, the Army must leverage the newest concepts and equipment to stay fit for the fight. That’s why U.S. […]

July 12, 2018 ×

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521 AMOW welcomes new commander

521 AMOW welcomes new commander

by TSgt Jocelyn A. Ford
86 Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Col. Bradley Spears assumed command of the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing during a change of command ceremony June 28. Maj. Gen. Christopher Bence, U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center commander, presided over the ceremony in which Col. Thomas M. Cooper relinquished command of the 521 AMOW to Col. Spears. “It […]

July 5, 2018 ×

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Improved AF-WIN tool helps eligible Airmen meet retraining goals

Improved AF-WIN tool helps eligible Airmen meet retraining goals

by Richard Salomon
Air Force Personnel Center

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) — Officials at the Air Force’s Personnel Center recently updated and improved the Air Force Work Interest Navigator, or AF-WIN, tool which helps Airmen who are interested in re-training to identify which Air Force Specialty Codes best fit their strengths and interests. AF-Win is […]

July 5, 2018 ×

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Just Report It! Continuous evaluation and you

Just Report It! Continuous evaluation and you

86th Airlift Wing Information Protection Office

Consider this scenario: An Airman received a DUI in July 2016, and after receiving an Article 15 Non-Judicial Punishment, he thought that it was over and done. However, because it was not reported to the security office, it came back to haunt him. In February 2017, he moved on to […]

July 5, 2018 ×

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US, partners complete Saber Strike 18

US, partners complete Saber Strike 18

Story and photos by
Staff Sgt. Jimmie D. Pike
United States Air Forces in Europe Public Affairs

SKRUNDA, Latvia — Saber Strike 18, wrapped up with a large scale battle scenario involving multiple countries in Skrunda, Latvia, June 13. Following Saber Strike’s focus to build stronger partnerships, agility in a dynamic environment, and ready and postured forces, the scenario combined multiple facets of joint-military operation on the […]

July 5, 2018 ×