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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein AB

Training evidence sits on the ground and is marked by a flag at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 10, 2023. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Post Blast Training Course was made up of 46 students, which consisted of U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations agents, representatives from Germany, Italy, France, Belgium, Finland, Netherlands and Poland, ATF experts, and Force Airmen assigned to the 435th Air and Ground Operations Wing.

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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein AB

Students in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Post Blast Training Course search for and mark debris from a simulated explosion at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 9, 2023. The students went through 5 days of presentations and hands-on activities in the classroom or at explosive ordnance disposal controlled areas.

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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein AB

Students and instructors in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Post Blast Training Course participate in a training scenario at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 9, 2023. The program focuses on training students to examine a scene after an explosion and collect evidence to support the investigation of the bombing.

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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein AB

Students and instructors in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Post Blast Training Course participate in a training scenario at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 9, 2023. The week-long course is conducted by the ATF to train students in explosives identification, effects of explosions, how to recognize improvised explosive devices, and how to collect evidence from explosions.

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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein AB

Students in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Post Blast Training Course examine remains of a simulated explosion at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 9, 2023. The program focuses on training students to examine a scene after an explosion and collect evidence to support the investigation of the bombing.

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ATF hosts explosive training at Ramstein AB

Kyle Lovelady, a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives special agent bomb technician, teaches students of the Post Blast Training Course about different kinds of evidence collected from explosions at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 8, 2023. The students went through 5 days of presentations and hands-on activities in the classroom or at Explosive Ordnance Disposal controlled areas.

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A breath of fresh air: AOTW Williams

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carrie Williams, 86th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment Aircrew Chemical Defense section lead, poses for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 25, 2023. Williams was recently awarded Airlifter of the Week for exceeding her leadership’s expectations by leading her team to size and fit over half of the aircrew members assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron and 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, into Joint Service Aircrew Masks, in under two months. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Trevor Calvert)

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A breath of fresh air: AOTW Williams

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carrie Williams, 86th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment Aircrew Chemical Defense section lead, holds a coin after earning the title of Airlifter of the Week, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 25, 2023. Williams was awarded Airlifter of the Week for leading the fielding of a new aircrew chemical defense ensemble, the Joint Service Aircrew Mask. The upgraded mask allows for mid-flight attachment and detachment from aircrew helmets, provides greater comfort, and increased flexibility with man-mounted systems compared to older masks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Trevor Calvert)

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Heddinger, 86th Operations Support Squadron director of strategic communication, center, evaluates Lt. Col. Kyle Gauthier, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, left, and 1st Lt. Cathrine Schwarzler, 37th AS C-130J pilot, right, during their check ride over Germany, July 18, 2023. Check rides allow an opportunity for members of the 37th Airlift Squadron to be evaluated annually on their ability to perform key duties and adapt to unforeseen events while flying.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Catherine Schwarzler, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, glances out the window of a C-130J while flying over Germany, July 18, 2023. The C-130J is the newest C-130 model and entered the Air Force’s inventory in 1999.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Destiny Panega, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, prepares to manually release a cargo delivery system bundle over the Grostenquin drop zone, France, July 18, 2023. Panega was evaluated during the flight for her annual check ride which tested her abilities as a loadmaster on standard procedures and ability to respond to unexpected issues mid-flight.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

A simulated heavy equipment pallet drops from a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron over the Grostenquin drop zone, France, July 18, 2023. The 37th AS regularly performs airdrops with simulated heavy equipment in an effort to maintain their tactical airlift and airdrop skills.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kyle Gauthier, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, flies a C-130J in a two-aircraft formation over Germany, July 18, 2023. The C-130J can climb faster and higher, fly further at higher cruise speeds, and take off and land in shorter distances compared to older C-130 models.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kyle Gauthier, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, left, Lt. Col. Michael Heddinger, 86th Operations Support Squadron director of strategic communication, center, and 1st Lt. Catherine Schwarzler, 37th AS C-130J pilot, right, prepare for take off at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2023. The 86th Airlift Wing is the Department of Defense’s premier power projection platform and the U.S. Air Force’s largest mobility hub.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Catherine Schwarzler, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, adjusts control settings on a C-130J while flying over Germany, July 18, 2023. The C-130J is capable of operating from rough, dirt strips and is the prime transport for airdropping troops and equipment into hostile areas.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kyle Gauthier, 37th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules aircraft pilot, flies a C-130J over Germany, July 18, 2023. The 37th Airlift Squadron is home to 14 C-130Js and has provided tactical airlift capabilities for more than 80 years.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

Members of the 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron load cargo on a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2023. The cargo was airdropped on the Grostenquin drop zone, France during a routine training mission with the 37th AS.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Destiny Panega, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, tightens a cargo restraint on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2023. Loadmasters calculate the weight distribution of cargo and passengers to ensure the aircraft is properly balanced throughout the duration of flights.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Destiny Panega, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, secures equipment on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2023. Loadmasters are responsible for loading, securing and escorting cargo and passengers on flights all over the world.

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Just dropping in: 37 AS performs airdrops in France

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Hayden Thomas, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, performs pre-flight inspections on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2023. The 37th AS regularly performs training flights to ensure they are prepared to project power from the Global Gateway at any time.

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