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1 ACOS pushes to challenge themselves

Airmen assigned to the 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron perform pushups during a physical training session on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 14, 2017. The 1 ACOS has challenged themselves to complete 435,000 pushups by June 2018. They chose 435,000 as a way to pay homage to their wing, the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Timothy Moore)

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1 ACOS pushes to challenge themselves

Airmen assigned to the 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron perform pushups during a physical training session on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 14, 2017. The 1 ACOS has challenged themselves to complete 435,000 pushups by June 2018. They chose 435,000 as a way to pay homage to their wing, the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Timothy Moore)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

Ramstein Air Base Airmen and Bulgarian military service members assist in deflating a parachute at the drop zone during Exercise Thracian Spring 17 at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 15, 2017. Initial parachute deflation is important in order to prevent injury by the wind from further dragging landed paratroopers. The two-week combined training with Bulgaria’s military aims to facilitate overall relations and build their nations’ joint military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

Capt. Mary Bordelon, 37th Airlift Squadron flight commander and Exercise Thracian Spring 17 mission commander talks with Master Sgt. Momchil Kostov, Bulgarian Special Operations 1st Battalion, 68th Brigade special warfare personnel at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 15, 2017. Bordelon visited the drop zone team to watch the team execute the first personnel drop for the two-week exercise. The U.S. Air Force’s forward presence in Europe allows Airmen to work with our Nato Allies and partners, to develop ready air forces capable of maintaining regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

Lt. Col. Bozhider Boykov, Bulgaria’s Special Operations 1st Battalion, 86th Brigade commander, communicates wind readings from the drop zone to Bulgarian military pilots during Exercise Thracian Spring 17 at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 15, 2017. Boykov worked with a 435th Contingency Response Group drop zone controller throughout the two-week training to execute a safe personnel drop. The combined exercise aims to facilitate overall relations and build Bulgaria’s joint military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

Bulgarian Special Operations drop zone personnel watch a Bulgarian service member descend during Exercise Thracian Spring 17 at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 15, 2017. Paratroopers exited the C-130J Super Hercules from approximately 1,250 feet before descending to the drop zone. More than 60 U.S. Air Force Airmen from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, participated in combined air operations with Bulgarian military to strengthen relationships while building their nations’ joint military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

Exercise Thracian Spring 17 mission commanders and Bulgaria’s Special Operations help to count paratroopers as they parachute down to the drop zone at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 15, 2017. To prevent potential mishaps and injuries, aircraft loadmasters communicate with the drop zone safety officers to account for personnel exiting and landing on the ground. The U.S. Air Force’s forward presence in Europe allows Airmen to work hand-in-hand with Allies to develop and improve ready air forces that are capable of maintaining regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

A Bulgarian military paratrooper removes his parachute at the drop zone during Exercise Thracian Spring 17 at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 15, 2017. Drop zones are thoroughly surveyed in advance and inspected before every drop in to order to ensure a safe landing for personnel or cargo. More than 60 U.S. Air Force Airmen from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, participated in combined air operations with the Bulgarian military to strengthen relationships while building their nations’ joint military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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IN THE ZONE: BULGARIAN MILITARY, RAMSTEIN AIRMEN EXECUTE PERSONNEL DROPS

Airmen from the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prep their work area overlooking the flightline at Plovdiv Regional Airport, Bulgaria, March 14, 2017. The maintainers hang up netting to shield themselves from the rain, sun and wind for their 12 hour shifts during Exercise Thracian Spring 17, a two-week combined training with the Bulgarian Air Force. The exercise facilitates a joint training environment and aims to prepare Bulgaria for potential future operations in support of contingency operations worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nesha Humes)

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Day-to-day with Ramstein patrolmen

Staff Sgt. Nigel Carl, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven patrolman, radios in with his communication headquarters during his night shift on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Mar. 6, 2017. As the largest career field in the Air Force, it’s the job of security forces to protect, defend and fight global enemy forces. They are responsible for missile security, defending air bases, law enforcement, combat arms and handling military working dogs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer)

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Day-to-day with Ramstein patrolmen

Staff Sgt. Nigel Carl, 86th Security Forces Squadron ravel patrolman, instructs Senior Airman Tyler Obson, 86th SFS member, after he pulls someone over on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Mar. 7, 2017. New to patrol, Obson had Carl tag along with him so that he can be assisted learning his new job. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer)

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Day-to-day with Ramstein patrolmen

Staff Sgt. Nigel Carl, 86th Security Forces Squadron raven patrolman, walks out to his squad car to begin his shift on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Mar. 6, 2017. As the largest career field in the Air Force, it’s the job of security forces to protect, defend, and fight global enemy forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Tech. Sgt. Ryan Joslin, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron NCO in charge of quality assurance assistance, hangs from an individual descender cable during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. The 1 CMXS Airmen took turns as a rescuer and simulated victim during the training. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Staff Sgt. Tyler Crawford, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron cable and antenna maintenance technician, moves a simulated victim’s pelican hook from the tower to their harness before lowering them to the ground during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. The training consisted of climbing approximately 50 feet up the tower, properly rigging a victim to an individual descender cable, and lowering them to the ground. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Staff Sgt. Ehren Brown, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron unit deployment manager, hangs in the air as he is lowered to the ground during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. The 1 CMXS Airmen were lowered approximately 50 feet during the rescue training. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Senior Airman Jordan Watson, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron cable and antenna theater maintenance technician, adjusts his positioning lanyard during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. The main focus of the training was on the rescue aspect, but it also provided a refresher for basic climbing techniques. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Master Sgt. Stephen Maclin, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron NCO in charge of cable and antenna maintenance, touches his nose for a “scared of heights” test during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. The test consisted of leaning all the way back from the tower and removing one foot at a time while touching your nose. It is a requirement for every first-time climber. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Tech. Sgt. Ryan Joslin, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron NCO in charge of quality assurance assistance, lowers Staff Sgt. Tyler Crawford, 1 CMXS cable and antenna maintenance technician, to the ground during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. Airmen were on the ground during the training to help soften the landing of the victim, but in a real-world situation they are not required. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Staff Sgt. Ryan Unger, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron cable and antenna systems team lead, leans back on his positioning lanyard during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. The training is required yearly to remain certified in climbing. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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1 CMXS Airmen train with their heads in the clouds

Senior Airman Jordan Watson, 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron cable and antenna theater maintenance technician, sets up a safety line during tower rescue and climbing training on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, March 9, 2017. A second cable was used for safety during the rescue training where a simulated victim was lowered to the ground. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh)

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