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  • 786 CES perfects purifying proficiency

    Water pours out of a fire hose at a 435th Construction and Training Squadron training site at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2020. The 435th CTS teaches U.S. Air Forces in Europe water and fuel systems maintenance Airmen how to properly operate and maintain the reverse water osmosis

  • Beyond the Bier: Liberation from national socialism

    Graphic designed to promote the continuation of Ramstein Air Base's Beyond the Bier series. Beyond the Bier is a cultural series based on German customs, traditions and history in the Kaiserslautern Military Community, designed to let people get to know why our neighbors celebrate, and commemorate

  • COVID-19 ops: Reaching new heights

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to 86th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department rappel a structure during a rescue certification course at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 28, 2020. The 86th CES firefighters practiced changing ropes after finding obstructions in their ropes, while ascending and

  • COVID-19 ops: 721 APS maintains readiness

    U.S. Airmen assigned to the 721st Aerial Port Squadron prepare to load a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 24, 2020. The 721st APS Ramp Services ensure Ramstein's airborne cargo and passengers arrive safely at their destination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior

  • 8 EAMS Airmen execute rapid global mobility during COVID-19 pandemic

    Airmen with the 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, are an integral part of the logistics and supply chain both in and out of the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. If a mission-critical piece of equipment or a service member needs moved, 8 EAMS is more

  • Staying the course: Virtual school tips

    Upon host nation physical distancing directives amidst COVID-19, KMC leadership ordered self-isolation in mid-March, requiring many families to adapt to virtually schooling their children.

  • Ramstein begins phased reopening

    When the U.S. Department of Defense moved into Health Protection Condition Charlie at the end of March, Ramstein shut down nonessential facilities to prevent the spread of coronavirus disease 2019. Now, 86th Airlift Wing leadership aims to begin a phased approach back to normal operations.