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  • Ramstein Airman Brings Air Force pride to life

    A mural is displayed in the 86th Airlift Wing Command Post hallway at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 25, 2025. The mural was one of two parts painted by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Amber Dutra, Command Post non-commissioned officer in charge of systems. Dutra completed drawing and painting the

  • Walking the Halls of Giants: Lessons from Kisling NCO Academy

    Imagine yourself as a seasoned noncommissioned officer (NCO). The U.S. military says you are the technical expert in your field. You probably lead a team of NCOs who lead teams of their own. For better or worse you have found your day-to-day rhythm when you receive a Warning Order “Airmanship 600

  • 1 CMXS redesignated as 1 EIS at Kapaun

    The 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron was officially redesignated as the 1st Engineering Installation Squadron at Kapaun Air Station, Germany, May 12, 2025.

  • Ramstein showcases readiness, airpower during max generation exercise

    Three C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing participate in an elephant walk during a maximum generation exercise at Ramstein Air Base, May 9, 2025. The first elephant walks occurred during World War II during which large fleets of allied bombers lined up in formation for

  • KMC leaders foster community partnerships at mayors' forum

    Forty five leaders across the Kaiserslautern Community attend the 2025 annual Mayors’ Forum at Kaiserslautern, Germany, May 5, 2025. These events reinforce the shared commitment to safety, economic stability, and community well-being across both U.S. and German community members. (U.S. Air Force

  • 86 AW deputy commander celebrates his final flight

    U.S. Air Force Col. Jamil I. Musa, 86th Airlift Wing deputy commander, exits a C-37A Gulfstream after his “fini flight” at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2025. A “fini flight” is a tradition within the U.S. Air Force where a pilot or crew members are celebrated with a water salute upon