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201008-F-KY598-1149

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, left, and Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th OSS RAWS supervisor, explain the capabilities of an automated weather station at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 8, 2020. In the past, RAWS consisted of airfield systems and radar systems. Airmen of the two career fields are now trained and capable in all systems across the board. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201008-F-KY598-1122

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, stands outside a RAWS shelter on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 8, 2020. Signals generated from the shelters are picked up by portable instrument receivers and can be used to calibrate instrument landing systems. RAWS supports Air Traffic Control and Airfield Management operations by maintaining and repairing the electrical and mechanical components of communication lines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201008-F-KY598-1084

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, works on an Air Traffic Control Tower radio at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 8, 2020. The RAWS team is responsible for maintaining the main radios that interface communication between air traffic controllers and pilots. This effort ensures reliable and seamless communication for the Airfield Operations Flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201008-F-KY598-1061

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, left, and Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th OSS RAWS supervisor, use a portable instrument receiver at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 8, 2020. The PIR is used to pick up signals from RAWS shelters around the airfield to calibrate the instrument landing system computer. RAWS maintains critical systems allowing Air Traffic Control to safely bring aircraft in and out of Ramstein. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201008-F-KY598-1045

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, calibrates the instrument landing system using a portable instrument receiver at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 8, 2020. The more accurate the degree marker is for the ILS, the more reliable it will be. To support Ramstein’s airlift mission, RAWS is on call 24/7 to maintain communication lines within airfield operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201008-F-KY598-1021

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, left, and Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th OSS RAWS technician, work in an instrument landing system remote check and training room at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 8, 2020. The ILS provides horizontal and vertical pinpoint accuracies for pilots to land. RAWS is one of three sections making up the Airfield Operations Flight, which comprises more than half of the 86th OSS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201022-F-KY598-2056

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Maritza Rivera, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations shift lead, radios the airfield management operations coordinator during a routine nighttime airfield check at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 22, 2020. All sections of the 86th OSS Airfield Operations Flight, including Airfield Management, maintain 24/7 operations. The Airfield Management team provides round-the-clock support to 86th Airlift Wing, transient, exercise and deployed aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201022-F-KY598-2049

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Maritza Rivera, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations shift lead, checks in with her office during a routine nighttime airfield check at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 22, 2020. Rivera checked for inoperable lights, bird and wildlife aircraft strike hazards, and foreign object debris to maintain 24/7 support to aircraft at Ramstein. The Airfield Management team continued operational effectiveness during COVID-19 by fusing 66 missions with multi-country travel restrictions, limited manning, daily training and transient flight operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201006-F-KY598-1087

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tessa Bunn, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management and training noncommissioned officer in charge, surveys the airfield at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 6, 2020. Airfield Management is one of three sections that make up the Airfield Operations Flight, which comprises more than half of the 86th OSS. Along with Air Traffic Control and Radar Airfield Weather Systems, the three sections work together to expedite the safe flow of aircraft at Ramstein. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201006-F-KY598-1043

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tessa Bunn, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management and training noncommissioned officer in charge, removes foreign object debris from the airfield at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 6, 2020. Airmen assigned to Airfield Management must be proficient in all aspects of maintaining a safe airfield. The Airfield Management team coordinates runway restrictions, issues notice-to-Airmen directives and implements safety parameters to ensure zero incidents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201006-F-KY598-1024

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tessa Bunn, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management and training noncommissioned officer in charge, radios the airfield management operations coordinator during a routine airfield check at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 6, 2020. Bunn ensures all inbound Airmen are trained and qualified in all aspects of maintaining a safe airfield. Airmen assigned to Airfield Management must be able to identify any discrepancies while performing inspections and checks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201006-F-KY598-1015

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tessa Bunn, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management and training noncommissioned officer in charge, monitors the airfield at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 6, 2020. Ramstein serves as the main hub for European COVID-19 support, and Airfield Management’s expertise is crucial in the process of crafting flight plans. Airfield Management is integral in providing superior support for safe and effective operations on Ramstein’s airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201007-F-KY598-1142

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josh Bailey, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control craftsman, monitors air traffic at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 7, 2020. Air traffic controllers are uniquely certified to be safety advisors for arriving and departing aircraft. Prior to any arrival or departure, pilots are in constant communication with the ATC Tower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201007-F-KY598-1136

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Bruce O. Black II, 86th Operations Support Squadron assistant chief controller, oversees operations in the Air Traffic Control Tower at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 7, 2020. When many ATC facilities decreased mission coverage and hours of operation amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ramstein ATC Tower experienced increased activity. The team quickly adapted to a new manning schedule, while maintaining 24/7 operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201007-F-KY598-1114

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Toni Dow, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control journeyman, uses a touchscreen interface for radio and landlines in the Air Traffic Control Tower at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 7, 2020. The interface enables rapid aircraft, vehicle and landline communication. The Tower is the counterpart to Ground Controlled Approach, collectively making up ATC. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201007-F-KY598-1087

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Toni Dow, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control journeyman, marks down aircraft information in the Air Traffic Control Tower at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 7, 2020. By monitoring flight information and keeping constant communication with pilots, air traffic controllers ensure safe arrival and departure of aircraft. Air Traffic Control is one of three sections of the Airfield Operations Flight, which comprises more than half of the 86th OSS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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201007-F-KY598-1042

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josh Bailey, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control craftsman, holds a pair of binoculars at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 7, 2020. ATC safely and efficiently facilitates the flow of air traffic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright)

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1 CBCS conducts combat readiness course

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Vicente Velazquez, 1st Combat Communications Squadron tactical network operations noncommissioned officer in charge, left, configures an email server during a combat readiness course at Baumholder, Germany, Oct. 23, 2020. The course validated the squadron’s ability to defend themselves and their equipment in hostile environments. (courtesy photo)

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1 CBCS conducts combat readiness course

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Freddie Martinez, 1st Combat Communications Squadron tactical airfield supervisor, right, teaches Staff Sgt. Calvin Gordon, 1st CBCS tactical airfield supervisor, left, while Staff Sgt. Gordon Cahall, 1st CBCS tactical airfield supervisor, center, observes during a combat readiness course at Baumholder, Germany, Oct. 23, 2020. The course validated the squadron’s ability to defend themselves and their equipment in hostile environments. (courtesy photo)

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1 CBCS conducts combat readiness course

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Devin Kerns, 1st Combat Communications Squadron power production technician, checks fuel levels during a combat readiness course at Baumholder, Germany, Oct. 23, 2020. The 1st CBCS practiced competencies during the course that will enable them to support U.S. and allied warfighters in any environment. (courtesy photo)

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