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U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Aaron Barnes, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology non-commissioned officer in charge, shows examples of 3D printed materials to Brig. Gen. Josh Olson, 86th Airlift Wing commander, and 86th Airlift Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 13, 2022. The metals technology section uses 3D printing to support several agencies throughout base including the Air Force Repair Enhancement Program to repair headsets and communication equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)

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U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Aaron Barnes, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology non-commissioned officer in charge, explains how 3D printing is used to repair headsets and communications equipment at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 13, 2022. Brig. Gen. Josh Olson, 86th Airlift Wing commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley visited the metals technology section to learn about their capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)

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U.S. Air Force 86th Airlift Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley talks with Airman 1st Class Kevin Garza, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology journeyman, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 13, 2022. Garza demonstrated the use of a water jet machine which is used to efficiently and accurately cut out parts from plate materials versus manual methods using grinders and saws. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Josh Olson, 86th Airlift Wing commander, uses a laser paint removal system during a visit to the 86th Maintenance Squadron metals technology section at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 13, 2022. The newly acquired technology has allowed the section to become a one-stop shop for processing most Aero Space Ground Equipment repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)

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U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Aaron Barnes, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology non-commissioned officer in charge, observes Brig. Gen. Josh Olson, 86th Airlift Wing commander, practicing welding during a visit to the 86th Maintenance Squadron metals technology section at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 13, 2022. The MTECH section uses multiple welding techniques to repair different parts and equipment for the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)

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U.S. Air Force 86th Airlift Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley practices welding during a visit to the 86th Maintenance Squadron metals technology section at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 13, 2022. During the visit, Kelley learned about multiple processes and capabilities of the MTECH section, including a crash course in welding, before showcasing her skills in making a stand incorporating all areas learned. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Emmeline James)

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86 AW 5Cs learn MXS

Published April 22, 2022
By Staff Sgt. Emmeline James
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany --

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Josh Olson, 86th Airlift Wing commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Charmaine Kelley visited the 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology section to learn about their capabilities and mission.

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