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SPACEFOREUR-AF commander speaks at Space Defense, Security Summit

SPACEFOREUR-AF commander speaks at Space Defense, Security Summit

by U.S. Space Forces Europe and Space Forces Africa Staff

Brig. Gen. Christopher Fernengel, U.S. Space Forces Europe and Space Forces Africa commander, addressed European and international defense leaders, industry representatives and partners at the Space Defense and Security Summit in Paris, Sept. 15. “Space is a warfighting domain. Full stop,” Fernengel said. “The space components are using the tried-and-true […]

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bailey Vice, 37th Airlift Squadron Loadmaster, prepares to unload cargo to a nighttime drop zone during exercise Hussar Saber 26-4 on 33rd Air Base, Poland, Sept. 15th, 2026. Loadmasters account for everything involved in a tactical drop, from total weight and size of cargo, to travel speed and distance from the aircraft to the ground. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jon Anderson)

37th AS loadmasters sharpen readiness during Hussar Saber 26-4

For the 37th Airlift Squadron loadmasters, coordination took on a different rhythm during exercise Hussar Saber 26-4, where U.S. and Polish forces trained together across Poland strengthening readiness and interoperability amongst NATO Allies.

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Under Secretary of the Air Force sees Ramstein AB Airmen, Guardian readiness firsthand

Under Secretary of the Air Force sees Ramstein AB Airmen, Guardian readiness firsthand

Under Secretary of the Air Force Matt Lohmeier visited with U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa and U.S. Space Forces in Europe and Space Forces Africa leadership, Airman and Guardians during an immersion visit at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 24.

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US National Guard, Reserve members strengthen ties with German Armed Forces

US National Guard, Reserve members strengthen ties with German Armed Forces

Twenty-one U.S. service members traveled to Germany to participate in a three-week military reserve exchange with the German Armed Forces, Sept. 8-26, strengthening interoperability and building relationships between U.S. and German reserve forces. Participants from the National Guard, Marine Corps Reserve and Navy Reserve represented Montana, Michigan, Idaho, Alaska, Puerto […]

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DAF to adopt standardized Religious Affiliation Codes: Action required in vMPF

DAF to adopt standardized Religious Affiliation Codes: Action required in vMPF

The Department of the Air Force is updating its personnel data systems to align with the Department of War’s standardized list of Religious Affiliation Codes. Starting Sept. 25, the Military Personnel Data System and associated accessions systems have transitioned away from legacy “Faith and Belief Codes.” Airmen and Guardians must […]

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Oregon National Guard relieves Pennsylvania Unit for Europe Mission

Oregon National Guard relieves Pennsylvania Unit for Europe Mission

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New York City Firefighters honored with Kaiserslautern banner

New York City Firefighters honored with Kaiserslautern banner

Lord Mayor of Kaiserslautern, Beate Kimmel, signed a banner in honor of members of the New York City Fire Department who lost their lives during rescue operations on Sep.11, 2001, following the attack on the World Trade Center. On Sep. 11, many participants in the 9/11 Stair Climb event at […]

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44th ESBE welcomes new commander

44th ESBE welcomes new commander

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U.S. Air Force Honor Guardsmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing present the colors during the national anthems at a POW/MIA commemoration event at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 14, 2026. The annual event is a solemn reminder that the sacrifices of the nation's missing service members will never be forgotten, regardless of time passed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dylan Myers)

Ramstein honors, recognizes POW/MIA Remembrance Week

The annual event is a solemn reminder that the sacrifices of the nation’s missing service members will never be forgotten, regardless of time passed.

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Ramstein Air Base honor guardsmen prepare to present the colors during the 2026 Air Force Ball at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 26, 2026. The presentation of the colors is a ceremonial tradition observed at formal military events, reinforcing the customs and heritage shared across generations of service members. This year’s Air Force Ball theme, “The Global Gateway: Global Reach, Global Impact,” reflected the 86th Airlift Wing’s commitment to supporting missions and partnerships around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr.)

Global Gateway honors Air Force heritage during 2026 Air Force Ball

This year’s Air Force Ball theme, “The Global Gateway: Global Reach, Global Impact,” reflected the 86th Airlift Wing’s commitment to supporting missions and partnerships around the world.

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