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Paratroopers with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and German Air Force prepare to board a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules Dec. 6 on Ramstein Air Base. The paratroopers participated in Operation Toy Drop 2017 to maintain their military free fall and jump master proficiencies. — Photo by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh

NATO paratroopers jump for Toy Drop 2017

by Sgt. DJ Borden
16th Sustainment Brigade

ALZEY, Germany — U.S. Soldiers, Airmen and allied and partner nation forces came together to conduct the 5th Quartermaster Theater Aerial Delivery Company’s annual Operation Toy Drop Dec. 4 to 8.

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Brig. Gen. Richard G. Moore Jr., 86th Airlift Wing commander, marshals in the newest C-130J Super Hercules in the fleet, piloted by Col. Joseph H. Wenckus, 86th AW vice commander, Dec. 4. The C-130J is known as the workhorse of the military ready for any mission , anytime, anywhere. — Photo by Senior Airman Devin Boyer

USAF’s newest Herc joins Ramstein fleet

by Airman 1st Class Savannah L. Waters
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A crew assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron crossed the Atlantic Ocean to retrieve a brand new C-130J Super Hercules from the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company production facility, in Marietta, Georgia, Nov. 29. The C-130J, an upgraded version of the C-130 Hercules legacy model, adds 15 feet to the fuselage […]

December 7, 2017 ×

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Winter weather awareness

Winter weather awareness

by Airman 1st Class Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Being informed before the winter weather hits is a good way to be prepared. Knowing where to find information such as road conditions, early release, late reporting and base and school closures can ensure members of the Kaiserslautern military community keep themselves out of the elements. Following are frequently asked questions with answers.

December 7, 2017 ×

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Air Force travelers reminded of flat rate per diem policy

by Ed Shannon
Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — Some Air Force travelers may not be aware of a flat rate per diem policy established a few years ago that focused on extended temporary duty travel.

December 7, 2017 ×

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KMC Blotter — Dec. 8, 2017

Nov. 27 7:29 a.m.: Fleeing the scene of a minor traffic accident on Ramstein Air Base 12:05 p.m. Fleeing the scene and failure to report a minor traffic collision in Wolfstein 3:42 p.m.: Drunken operation of a vehicle and drunk on duty in Weilerbach Nov. 28 5:15 p.m.: Theft of […]

December 7, 2017 ×

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Take Note — Dec. 8, 2017

ROSC luncheon The Ramstein Officers’ Spouses’ Club will hold their monthly luncheon Wednesday at the Ramstein Officers’ Club. Check-in will be at 9:30 a.m., business at 10 a.m. and the luncheon at 11 a.m. A holiday meal will be served. Cost is $17 for members, $20 for non-members, and $25 […]

December 7, 2017 ×

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Defender Café grand opening on ROB

Defender Café grand opening on ROB

The new Defender Café officially opened Nov. 20, during a ribbon cutting ceremony to a crowd of hungry patrons. “This ribbon cutting ceremony is a celebration for food service as we formally introduce the Kaiserslautern Military Community to the Defender Café and recognize the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense […]

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Non-approved electronic wireless devices can disrupt German communications systems

Non-approved electronic wireless devices can disrupt German communications systems

Courtesy of 86th Communications Squadron

Certain U.S. electronic devices can disrupt communications in Germany and may result in legal proceedings and fines for those who use them. The use of such devices, such as cordless phones, wireless routers, and baby monitors, could interfere with critical communications systems supporting fire departments, emergency services, banks, rail systems, medical equipment, or security systems.

December 7, 2017 ×

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Buzzards head home after Blue Flag 17

Buzzards head home after Blue Flag 17

Story and photos by Senior Airman Abby L. Finkel
U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa Public Affairs

UVDA AIR FORCE BASE, Israel — After two weeks of flying missions, Blue Flag 2017, the third iteration of the Israeli-hosted exercise, wrapped up at Uvda Air Force Base, Israel, Nov. 16.

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Joint-Exercise Double Eagle wraps up in Serbia

Joint-Exercise Double Eagle wraps up in Serbia

Story and photos by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

BATAJNICA AIRFIELD, Serbia — “This exercise is important because it builds the readiness of both our militaries,” said Lt. Gen. John Gronski, U.S. Army Europe deputy commanding general. “When you have a ready military a region can be more stable and secure.”

December 1, 2017 ×