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435 CTS trains Lithuanians with MAAS

435 CTS trains Lithuanians with MAAS

by Airman 1st Class Lane T. Plummer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Cadre from the 435th Construction and Training Squadron trained Airmen from the U.S. and Lithuania on using the Mobile Aircraft Arresting System July 20 on Ramstein.

August 25, 2016 ×

Lifestyle, News

Kaiserslautern celebrates annual Barbarossa fest

Kaiserslautern celebrates annual Barbarossa fest

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

“Swinging Lautern” will be the motto of Kaiserslautern’s annual Barbarossa fest Thursday through Sept. 3 in the center of town. The local sales promotion agency called “Kaiser in Lautern” will sponsor, in cooperation with the city of Kaiserslautern, a fest with an international musical program featuring swing, jazz, soul, blues […]

August 25, 2016 ×

News, Uncategorized

Mark your calendar — August 26, 2016

Events » Ramstein Outdoor Recreation wants to show appreciation to their loyal customers with a Customer Appreciation Sale today and Saturday. The event includes up to 50 percent off the entire store, lots of vendors with a variety of new products, activities for children of all ages and free bike maintenance […]

August 25, 2016 ×

News

Photos by Staff Sgt. Frank Brown Jr.
First Lt. Kendall Ward, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne) and 2016 Best Officer Warrior, grapples with 1st Lt. Ethan Klausner, 2nd Cavalry Regiment and category runner-up, during a combatives tournament Aug. 11, the final day of the European Best Warrior Competition, at the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany. The U.S. Army Europe and 21st Theater Sustainment Command senior enlisted leaders unveiled the region’s Best Warriors during an award ceremony held later in the day at the Tower Barracks Physical Fitness Center.

USAREUR’s best warriors unveiled after intense competition

by Sgt. Maj. Michael Pintagro 21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The U.S. Army Europe and 21st Theater Sustainment Command senior enlisted leaders unveiled the region’s top troops as the 2016 European Best Warrior Competition reached a thrilling climax before an enthusiastic audience of over 200 Soldiers, leaders and distinguished visitors Aug. 11 at the Tower Barracks Physical Fitness Center, Grafenwoehr.

August 18, 2016 ×

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KMC Notices and Events – Aug. 19, 2016

Legal office closure The Ramstein Legal Office, Bldg. 2137, will be closed from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday for an official function. The walk-in legal assistance that normally runs from 9 to 11 a.m. will run from 8 to 10 a.m. Wednesday. UH superintendent job opening The 86th Civil […]

August 18, 2016 ×

Blotter, News

KMC Blotter – Aug. 19, 2016

Aug. 8 7:15 a.m.: Major traffic accident without injuries in Landstuhl. 10:15 a.m.: Shoplifting on Ramstein. 2:15 p.m.: Major traffic accident without injuries in Kaiserslautern. 4:56 p.m.: Major traffic accident with injuries in Hohenecken. Aug. 9 7:15 a.m.: Theft from an unsecured motor vehicle in Landstuhl. 10:20 a.m.: Major traffic […]

August 18, 2016 ×

News

Master Sgt. Anthony Sanchez, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron NCO in charge of training, holds Staff Sgt. LaDonna Winston, 435th Security Forces Squadron ground regional training center instructor, in a tight grip Aug. 4 on Ramstein. During the course, students practiced different techniques to be better prepared for an attack.

Ramstein Airmen learn Krav Maga, self-defense

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

The 435th Security Forces Squadron hosted a Krav Maga training course Aug. 1 through 8 on Ramstein. This is the third year they’ve organized the event.

August 18, 2016 ×

Commentary, News

Photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua
Brig. Gen. Jon T. Thomas (right) salutes Lt. Gen. Timothy M. Ray, 3rd Air Force commander, after being awarded the Legion of Merit medal in recognition of his service as the 86th Airlift Wing commander Aug. 17 on Ramstein. Thomas is slated to become the director, Strategic Plans, Requirements and Programs, Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.

A farewell to Mighty 86th

by Brig. Gen. Jon T. Thomas 86th Airlift Wing commander

When you take command of a unit or installation, you expect to personally grow; you expect the experience to broaden your perspective and offer opportunities to build your leadership skills. You do not always expect the units and missions to grow. Since I took command in June, 2015, the Kaiserslautern Military Community and Team Ramstein have grown and evolved immensely — and I couldn’t be prouder of all we’ve accomplished together.

August 18, 2016 ×

News

Photo by Airman 1st Class Lane Plummer
Lt. Gen. Timothy M. Ray, 3rd Air Force commander (left), passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. Richard G. Moore during the 86th Airlift Wing change of command ceremony as Chief Master Sgt. Aaron D. Bennett, new 86 AW command chief, looks on Aug. 17 on Ramstein. The passing of a wing's guidon symbolizes a transfer of command.

86 AW welcomes new CC

by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Members of the 86th Airlift Wing welcomed their new commander Aug. 17 on Ramstein.

August 18, 2016 ×

News

Community Corner – August 19, 2016

Airman & Family Readiness Center For more information or to sign up for a class, call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 480-5100. MONDAY » Transition GPS Workshop: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., A&FRC » Ramstein Spouses Orientation: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., A&FRC TUESDAY » Transition GPS Workshop: 7:30 a.m. to […]

August 18, 2016 ×