Ramstein Air Base News

Forged by fire: 86th CES firefighters train for the call

Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:46:00 GMT

At the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services flight, firefighters spend countless hours sharpening the physical skills, technical knowledge and teamwork needed to respond at a moment's notice.

“NCO” Final lap during KMC Technical Sergeant Release

SSgt Sabrina Fuller-Judd — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Kaiserslautern Military Community family members cheer during the technical sergeant promotion release ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug 7, 2026. The ceremony highlighted selectees rising to the next rank, building esprit de corps for service members and their families, and simultaneously receiving congratulations from their respective leadership and wingmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

86th AW commemorates Ramstein’s 74th anniversary

Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:21:58 GMT

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Cody Danz, 786th Force Support Squadron food service journeyman,

435 AGOW welcomes new command chief

Capt. Amber R. Kelly-Herard — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:29:00 GMT

435 AGOW welcomes new command chief

AFIMSC Det 4 welcomes new commander

Senior Airman Dylan Myers — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:05:22 GMT

U.S. Airmen conduct bilateral tactical training with German law enforcement

Senior Airman Brenden Beezley — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:24:00 GMT

Airmen assigned to the 435th SFS, 435th Tactical Advisory Squadron and 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron trained alongside members of the Hessian State Criminal Investigation Office to refine advanced tactical skills and strengthen interoperability

86th MXS Airmen are LOX’ing it down

Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:20:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dino Reyes, 86th Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental journeyman, conducts liquid oxygen servicing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 30, 2026. Liquid oxygen, also known as LOX, sustains a variety of mission requirements, necessitating trained personnel to follow strict safety procedures during servicing in order to handle the extreme temperatures associated with cryogenics.

Serving Leadership: Airman Leadership School students face off against First Sergeants in volleyball match

Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr. — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:24:00 GMT

Kaiserslautern Military Community first sergeants compete against Airman Leadership School students in a volleyball match at Vogelweh Military Complex, Germany, July 30, 2026. The volleyball match is a longstanding tradition bringing KMC first sergeants and ALS students together for friendly competition to foster mentorship, strengthen personal connections and reinforce the importance of teamwork.

33d Cyberspace Operations Squadron opens new location on Ramstein Air Base

Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr. — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:58:29 GMT

The 33d Cyberspace Operations Squadron established Operating Location Echo on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 16, 2026.

Behind Every Flight: Aircrew Flight Equipment keeps Ramstein aircrews mission ready

Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:32:00 GMT

Before a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft departs Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Airmen assigned to the 86th Operations Support Squadron's Aircrew Flight Equipment flight have already inspected the emergency equipment aircrew members may depend on if the unexpected happens.

86th MXS welcomes new commander to Ramstein AB

Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:12:38 GMT

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Juan Orozco-Villegas, 86th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground

37th AS conducts heavy equipment cargo airdrops over Germany

Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron airdrop a palletized M119A3 105 mm

786th CES HVAC Airmen keep Ramstein mission-ready through summer heat

Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:38:00 GMT

Airmen assigned to the 786 CES ensure mission-critical facilities remain operational, safe and comfortable for Airmen, families and mission partners throughout the installation.

786th CES Airmen teamwork drives Ramstein’s beautification effort

Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

786th Civil Engineer Airmen were a part of Ramstein’s Tactical Beautification Team, an initiative that helps improve the installation’s appearance and reinforces pride in maintaining a professional environment for the Kaiserslautern Military Community

435 AGOW Airman rescues car crash victim

Capt. Amber R. Kelly-Herard — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

435 AGOW Airman rescues car crash victim

KMC hosts Civil Air Patrol European Encampment

Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:16:00 GMT

80 Civil Air Patrol cadets representing units across Europe and the United States concluded nine days of leadership development, aerospace education and hands-on Air Force immersion at the Civil Air Patrol European Encampment at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 9-17, 2026.

Earning their Wings: candidates test Air Assault capabilities

Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr. — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:37:42 GMT

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Evan Cantrell, 703rd Munitions Support Squadron electronic security

86 LRG welcomes new commander

Senior Airman Olivia Sampson & Airman 1st Class Michelle Sies — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:27:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Col. Denny R. Davies, 86th Airlift Wing commander, transfers command of the 86th Logistics Readiness Group to Col. Benjamin J. Schneider, 86th LRG incoming commander, during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10, 2026.

693d Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group holds change of command ceremony

Senior Airman Vaughn Weber — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:31:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Fitzgerald, 480th Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing commander, delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 10, 2026. As commander of the 480th ISRW Fitzgerald directs the worldwide operations of six groups providing world-class ISR to combatant commanders, Combined/Joint Forces Air Component commanders, Numbered Air Force commanders and coalition forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)

86 FSS welcomes new commander

Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:54:00 GMT

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Fenesha L. Friar, 86th Force Support Squadron incoming commander, salutes Col. Jason L. Schenck, 86th Mission Support Group commander, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 8, 2026. The 86th FSS provides vital assistance to thousands of military personnel, civilians and dependents through programs designed to enhance readiness, morale and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi)