Commentary

Commentary

From the top: perspectives on the Super Hercules

by Brig. Gen. Bill Bender
86th Airlift Wing commander

The arrival of our first J-model C-130 next month is something to celebrate. The Super Hercules is a terrific  airframe that will increase our tactical airlift capabilities exponentially. When all 14 aircraft have arrived, we’ll be flying farther, faster and carrying more people and equipment with a huge reduction in […]

March 20, 2009 ×

Commentary

Be a good sponsor, talk about consequences of

by Col. Don Bacon
435th Air Base Wing commander

I take my responsibilities as the installation commander to provide a safe and secure

community for our patriots, families and schools seriously; I am a firm
believer that we are all accountable for our own actions. 

March 20, 2009 ×

Commentary

Diversity: Making a world of difference

by Tech. Sgt. Torrie Pettaway
386th Air Expeditionary Wing Equal Opportunity

What do you know about diversity? People tend to think of diversity as
simply demographic

March 13, 2009 ×

Commentary

Commander’s Action Line

Col. Don

I have noticed
over the last few months that the Ramstein Yard Sale site has exploded
on the Internet. I know that you are not allowed to sell items through
the Military Postal System through the big Internet auction sites, but
I have received conflicting information about using the MPS for sending
items. Before I start listing, what is the MPS policy on buying and
selling items?

March 13, 2009 ×

Commentary

AFAF helps Air Force take care of its own

During the Air Force Assistance Fund campaign, it is important to
remember how much the support from these programs affects the lives of
our Airmen and their families. 

March 13, 2009 ×

Commentary

Commander’s Action line

Q I was wondering why the Ramstein Northside Post Office does not use e-mail as a way to notify its customers that packages are awaiting pickup? I am a civilian employee at a detachment unit, so I only get to Ramstein once a week to check my mail. I would […]

February 27, 2009 ×

Commentary

Graffiti incident teaches an important

I am a young man who made a huge mistake. I was involved in the recent gang graffiti incident on Vogelweh. There’s really no excuse for what I did, and this is an example of how peer pressure can get the best of anyone. I’m not a gang member and […]

February 27, 2009 ×

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Commander’s Action line

Col. Don

Q I’m told the base policy prevents installing a satellite and AFN decoder at my office or at my on-base home, which limits my ability to enjoy the full array of AFN-Europe services. So, instead of the full range of audio and video channels, I can only view the standard […]

February 20, 2009 ×

Commentary

2008: What a year!

by Gen. Roger A. Brady
U.S. Air Forces in Europe commander

It has been an incredible experience for me to lead the many wonderful
and talented Airmen of USAFE. I remain honored to serve with you here
in this exciting place during these remarkable times. There is no place
my wife, Litha, or I would rather be.

February 20, 2009 ×

Commentary

Commander’s Action line

Col. Don

Q I was told that the recycle centers on base are just for on-base residents. Is this true?     A Thank you for your interest in our base recycling center. Indeed, the base recycle centers are in place for the on-base recyclable material (including housing and work areas) at a […]

February 13, 2009 ×