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  • 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 certain holidays and observances. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Tech. Sgt. J. Smith)

    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 certain holidays and observances. (U.S. Air Force
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to 86th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department rappel a structure during a rescue certification course.

    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 descending the structures. (U.S. Air Force photo by
  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 721st Aerial Port Squadron prepare to load a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft.

    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 Airman Milton Hamilton)
  • Airmen with the 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron move cargo on the flightline at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar on April 28, 2020. The 8 EAMS Airmen support dozens of missions per day, often moving hundreds of thousands of pounds of cargo and service members around the U.S. Air Forces Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. John Wilkes)

    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 than likely involved.During the Coronavirus Disease
  • An Airman lifts an ion distribution unit out of a box.

    86 MXG: Expanding aeromedical evacuation capabilities

    The 86th Maintenance Group leads the charge for the C-130 community in procuring ion distribution units to ensure the safety of aircrews, passengers and the Airmen working in and around the aircraft.
  • Graphic of girl smiling looking at her laptop completing school work and list of 3 tips

    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.
  • Lidvina Mikulic, Army and Air Force Exchange Service concessionaire, helps a customer at the Base Exchange at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 21, 2020.

    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.
  • An informational graphic showing contact information for Adolescent Support and Counseling Services.

    ASACS supports students, parents, families

    Adolescent Support and Counseling Services offers confidential, HIPPA-compliant telehealth services and virtual psychoeducation for middle-to-high school students, parents and families.
  • A graphic displaying good sources of COVID-19 news and tips for finding real news.

    Fact Check: Dangers of COVID-19 misinformation

    Coronavirus disease 2019 is not simply a pandemic. It’s quickly become known as an “infodemic.” With the ease of posting and sharing, it’s become more difficult than ever to parse what’s real and what’s false.

  • COVID-19 ops: KMC’s questions answered as facilities reopen

    Team Ramstein hosted a virtual town hall April 27 in a continued effort to provide updates on coronavirus disease 2019 and the base’s phased approach to return elements of normalcy to the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
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