Navigating the Skies: The Vital Role of Air Traffic Controllers in the U.S. Air Force

Everyone who joins the military does it for different reasons. For some, it is an opportunity to carry on a family tradition of service, or for others it may be an opportunity for education and travel. Whatever the reason, it can take time to settle into each niche career field necessary to keep the

Newcomers Orientation changes to better assist new arrivals

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — The Ramstein Newcomers Orientation will undergo changes beginning Oct 16th and 17th, 2024, aimed at enhancing support for new arrivals and streamlining their transition to life at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

Loadmaster in the heat of Thracian Summer 24

The sun sits low in the evening sky, bathing the flightline in a warm, golden glow. Down the tarmac, looming giants sit tall, their gray skin in stark contrast with the impending sunset. These are C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. Their mission is to drop cargo, paratroopers and to fly with Bulgarian

An Airman’s journey on 9/11: Reflections on service and sacrifice

The weather in New York City was remarkably clear and calm. The sky was a pristine, deep blue, without a cloud in sight — a light breeze blowing gently, with the temperature approaching mid-to-high 60s. The morning of September 11, 2001 began as an ordinary day in a bustling metropolis known for its

AOTW: SrA Brianna Ross

435th AGOW Airmen take part in transformative experience

Members of the 435th AGOW recently took part in a deeply enriching five-day journey to Romania that blended spiritual growth with community service. The trip included hands-on service projects, cultural exploration, and daily sessions devoted to spiritual discussions, providing a memorable

Storks in Germany: Feathered friends, folklore, and fantastic flights

Germany is home to a rich tapestry of wildlife, but few creatures capture the public’s imagination like the stork. These majestic birds, with their long legs and striking white and black plumage, have a special place in German culture and natural history.

Ramstein ALS's First Army Instructor

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Sonia J. McElfresh’s, 7th Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy instructor, journey from the front lines to the classroom is a testament to the transformative power of experience and resilience. Her military career, initially fueled by a desire for challenge, led McElfresh

Six women make up elite, small cadre of ALS instructors

For the first time ever, the Ramstein Airman Leadership School hosted Class 24-5, which was led by an all-female instructor team at Kapaun Air Station, Germany, from April 15, 2024 to May 16, 2024.

Making RAB better, faster, lighter through Hercules Innovation Lab

Imagine a neglected community garden. Overgrown weeds spill over the sides of wooden garden boxes and vines crawl up wire fencing while broken tools lay strewn about the ground.