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Knights fuel the mission; awarding excellence of the highest caliber

Airmen from the 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron attend a Knighting Ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. The event recognized Airman 1st Class Tariq Smith and A1C Mario Roach, 86th LRS fuels distribution operators, for distributing one million gallons of fuel to aircraft within one month's time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

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Knights fuel the mission; awarding excellence of the highest caliber

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Austin Deeney, 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander, recognizes Airman 1st Class Tariq Smith and A1C Mario Roach, 86th LRS fuels distribution operators, during a Knighting Ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. The 86th LRS’s POL flight maintains vital fuel infrastructure, the knighting recognized two Airmen who excelled at the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

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Knights fuel the mission; awarding excellence of the highest caliber

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Austin Deeney, 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander, and Airman 1st Class Tariq Smith, 86th LRS fuels distribution operator, pose for a photo during a Knighting Ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. The event distinguished two Airmen who distributed one million gallons of fuel to aircraft within one month's time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

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Knights fuel the mission; awarding excellence of the highest caliber

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Austin Deeney, 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander, and Airman 1st Class Mario Roach, 86th LRS fuels distribution operator, pose for a photo during a Knighting Ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. The event signified a dedication to mission excellence, where Roach single-handedly performed the duties equivalent to a three-man team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, speaks with Airman 1st Class Quentin Butler, 86th Dental Squadron lab technician, during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2025. The visit allowed Third Air Force leadership to learn about the 86th Medical Group’s dental services and how they support the health, deployability and mission execution of Airmen across Ramstein. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, meets Staff Sgt. Odean Scarlett, an Airman Leadership School instructor, during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2025. The immersion provided Third Air Force leadership insight into how professional military education and development fosters disciplined, mission-resilient Airmen in support of the 86th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, speaks to Airmen assigned to the 786th Force Support Squadron during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2025. The visit highlighted the re-icing mission for fallen Americans before they are transferred to Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. The re-icing mission is critical for preserving the integrity of the transfer process to the U.S. as well as ensuring fallen Americans are transported with honor and dignity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, speaks with Staff Sgt. Jake Burdine, 86th Communications Squadron supervisor, during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2025. The intent of the immersion was to provide information to Trickey for future decision-making by providing insight into how the 86th Airlift Wing capabilities project power and sustain readiness as the Air Force’s Global Gateway. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, right, and Senior Airman Connor Guise, 86th Communications Squadron technician, left, assembles an expeditionary communications terminal during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 11, 2025. The immersion reinforced alignment with the 86th Airlift Wing’s mission priorities of readiness, Airmen and relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, speaks with Airmen assigned to the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at the flightline during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 10, 2025. The immersion supported Third Air Force’s focus on readiness by providing insight into how daily operations contribute to the 86th Airlift Wing’s ability to respond to crises across multiple theaters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, right, speaks with Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Schubert, 76th Airlift Squadron small unmanned aircraft systems program manager, middle, and Chief Master Sgt. Marc Gonsalves, 86th Operations Group senior enlisted leader, left, at the air traffic control tower during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 10, 2025. Trickey met with Airmen to discuss the innovation of the 86th Airlift Wing’s ability to deter adversaries and support partners across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, left, and Staff Sgt. Nicholas Stevens, 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron ground transportation supervisor, demonstrates how to operate a tow truck during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 10, 2025. The immersion enabled Trickey to strengthen relationships with Airmen while observing how the 86th Airlift Wing projects power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, left, coins Senior Airman Jahbari Jenkins, 86th Munitions Squadron inspector, during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 10, 2025. The immersion enabled Trickey to recognize Airmen across Ramstein for their contribution in enabling the 86th Airlift Wing’s key competitive advantage against emerging threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, tours the 37th Airlift Squadron facility during an immersion tour at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 10, 2025. Trickey visited the 86th Airlift Wing squadrons to develop, maintain and advance Global Gateway operations and support European Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebecca Harima)

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86 AW Airmen awarded Gallant Unit Citation

Team Ramstein members attend a ceremony where 18 86th Airlift Wing Airmen receive a Gallant Unit Citation at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. The Airmen deployed in support of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, which earned the citation for conducting combat operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility from April 2 to Oct. 6, 2025. Airmen from the 37th Airlift Squadron and 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron supported through a short-notice deployment augmenting the 40th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jared Lovett)

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86 AW Airmen awarded Gallant Unit Citation

Gallant Unit Citation recipients pose for a photo with 86th Airlift Wing leadership following a Gallant Unit Citation ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 5, 2025. The citation recipients deployed in support of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing, which earned the citation for conducting combat operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility from April 2 to Oct. 6, 2025. Airmen from the 37th Airlift Squadron and 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron supported through a short-notice deployment augmenting the 40th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

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435 SFS Airman STEP promoted to technical sergeant

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brayan Arroyo-Arias, 435th Security Forces Squadron administration and assessments section chief, was promoted to technical sergeant through the Stripes for Exceptional Performers program, by Col. Jayson Schmiedt, 435th Air Ground Operations Wing deputy commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronald Weaver, 435th SFS senior enlisted leader, December 9, 2025, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The STEP Promotion program is a merit-based promotion for Airmen who demonstrate exceptional performance and potential. (Courtesy photo)

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Exercise Heavy Rain passes, 435 AGOW Airmen stay ready

A U.S. Air Force 37th Airlift Squadron C-130 delivers paratroopers in Grostenquin, France, Nov. 18, 2025, as part of Exercise Heavy Rain 2025. Heavy Rain is a squadron-up exercise focused on observing, experiencing, and feeling the real-world impact of communication limitations, forcing participants to work through workflow disruptions, process jams, and complete communication denial. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Lou Burton)

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Exercise Heavy Rain passes, 435 AGOW Airmen stay ready

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devonne Hudson Wallace, 86th Communications Squadron Expeditionary Communications supervisor, assembles a satellite as part of Exercise Heavy Rain 2025, Nov. 18, 2025, in Grostenquin, France. Heavy Rain is a squadron-up exercise focused on observing, experiencing, and feeling the real-world impact of communication limitations, forcing participants to work through workflow disruptions, process jams, and complete communication denial. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Lou Burton) 10 Dec 25

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Invisible Becomes Tangible: Ramstein Airmen build radiation cloud chamber

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 86th Medical Group Bioenvironmental Engineering conduct a radiological cloud chamber demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Nov. 24, 2025. Cloud chambers demonstrated the path of subatomic particles emitted by ionizing radiation though ethyl alcohol as a temperature gradient and a radiation source. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renan Arredondo)

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