Rudolph the Red Nosed Herc; Making Spirits Bright

Members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community attend the annual Rudolph the Red-Nosed Herc event at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. As an annual tradition, a C-130J is decorated to look like Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Cynthia Belío)

Knights fuel the mission; awarding excellence of the highest caliber

Two fuels distribution operators assigned to the 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron were recognized for their superior performance during a Knighting Ceremony held at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5.

86 AW Airmen awarded Gallant Unit Citation

Eighteen Airmen from the 86th Airlift Wing who deployed in support of the 40th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron received the Gallant Unit Citation Dec. 5, for their role in the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing’s combat operations from April 2 to Oct. 6.

Third Air Force Command Chief tours Ramstein AB

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, engages in an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 10-11, 2025. The immersion supported Third Air Force’s focus on readiness by providing insight into how daily operations contribute to the 86th Airlift

435 SFS Airman STEP promoted to technical sergeant

Known for his attention to detail, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brayan Arroyo-Arias, 435th Security Forces Squadron administration and assessments section chief, was surprised when he was informed a discrepancy was found on one of his reports.

Forging the foundation of lethality: Security Forces Airmen train alongside Phoenix Ravens

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Victoria Kelly and Staff Sgt. Kristen Wurtz, 446th Security Forces Squadron Phoenix Raven team members, teach combative maneuvers to in-processing 86th Security Forces Airmen at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Nov. 24, 2025. Hand-to-hand combat defense training fosters a more

Time, Service and Generosity: the legacies behind the 2025 Length of Service Ceremony

Military tradition is woven into every military ceremony. These events lead to an appreciation among the crowd and nominees, fostering a positive culture of collective recognition. Behind the Length of Service ceremony is the 86th Force Support Squadron, embracing and orchestrating these ‘wins’ at

Ramstein hosts Wings of Wisdom speed mentorship program

Airmen and non-commissioned officers across Team Ramstein sat down for a focused, face-to-face mentorship in the first-ever Wings of Wisdom event at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec, 2. Wings of Wisdom used a speed-mentoring format in which Airmen rotated to a new senior NCO every few minutes to have

Ramstein Steps Up: Five Airmen Earn Step Promotions

Baltic allies arrive ; USAFE hosts the Command Staff Course for Baltic partners

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ferdinandsen, middle, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa deputy director of plans and programs, speaks to Baltic nation service members at the USAFE-AFAFRICA Headquarters at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Nov. 25, 2025. USAFE hosted a visit from students attending