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Lajes ATC enables trans-Atlantic bridge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dallas Moore, 65th Air Base Squadron Air Traffic Control watch supervisor, verifies flight progress strips in the Radar Approach Control (RAPCON) facility at Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal, April 26, 2022. Air traffic controllers at RAPCON record the general information and intent of each aircraft on the strips. By monitoring this information and keeping constant communication with pilots, RAPCON ensures the safe arrival and departure of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright)

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Lajes ATC enables trans-Atlantic bridge

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 65th Air Base Squadron Air Traffic Control unit work alongside Portuguese air force service members in the Radar Approach Control (RAPCON) facility at Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal, April 26, 2022. RAPCON is the counterpart to the Tower, collectively making up the ATC complex. ATC Airmen and Portuguese air force service members work side-by-side at RAPCON, helping pilots with instrument flight rule landings and making sure they stay proficient in inclement weather approaches. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright).

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Lajes ATC enables trans-Atlantic bridge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Shine, 65th Air Base Squadron Air Traffic Control watch supervisor, right, and Portuguese air force Furriel Rui Freitas, Air Base 4 ATC Squadron air traffic controller, monitor the airfield from the ATC Tower at Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal, April 26, 2022. Airmen and Portuguese air force service members work side-by-side at Lajes to accomplish the 65th Air Base Group’s trans-Atlantic bridge mission. The group enables expeditionary movement of warfighters and warplanes, and global communications to combatant commanders, supporting joint, coalition and NATO operations, and promoting regional partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright)

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Lajes ATC enables trans-Atlantic bridge

Portuguese air force Furriel Rui Freitas, Air Base 4 Air Traffic Control Squadron air traffic controller, facilitates the movement of aircraft from the ATC Tower at Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal, April 26, 2022. Working with its counterpart, Radar Approach Control, the Tower facilitates the safe and efficient flow of air traffic through Lajes, home of the U.S. Air Force 65th Air Base Group. The 65th ABG provides base and transient support for Department of Defense, allied nations and other authorized aircraft crossing the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright)

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Lajes ATC enables trans-Atlantic bridge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Shine, 65th Air Base Squadron Air Traffic Control watch supervisor, verifies inbound aircraft information in the ATC Tower at Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal, April 26, 2022. The Tower is the counterpart to the Radar Approach Control, collectively making up the ATC complex. By monitoring flight information and keeping constant communication with pilots, air traffic controllers ensure safe arrival and departure of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John R. Wright)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Justin Berkey, 86th Munitions Squadron conventional maintenance technician, is decontaminated by Airman 1st Class Michael Yang, 76th Airlift Squadron, during Operation Varsity Exercise 22-2 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Airmen were evaluated on their ability to respond to an attack, assess damage and impact to operations, re-establish necessary missions, and return to normal operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Givens)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Cole Zajac and Airman 1st Class Jace Morin, 86 Civil Engineering Squadron firefighters, decontaminate after a simulated chemical attack during Operation Varsity Exercise 22-2 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Operation Varsity is a quarterly exercise that tests the processes and procedures of 86th Airlift Wing personnel while under the stress of simulated scenarios, including attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Given.

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Cole Zajac and Airman 1st Class Jace Morin, 86 Civil Engineering Squadron firefighters, decontaminate after a simulated chemical attack during Operation Varsity Exercise 22-2 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Airmen were evaluated on their ability to respond to an attack, assess damage and impact to operations, re-establish necessary missions, and return to normal operations.. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Edgar Grimaldo)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing simulate the decontamination process at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Airmen were evaluated on their ability to respond to an attack, assess damage and impact to operations, re-establish necessary missions, and return to normal operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Edgar Grimaldo)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Vincent Schelb, assigned to the 86th Munitions Squadron, is monitored at a decontamination event during Operation Varsity Exercise 22-2 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing participated in Operation Varsity to promote readiness among Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Givens)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bryce Page, 86th Communications Squadron, conducts a buddy check for Airman 1st Class Vincent McFarlin, 86 CS, during Operation Varsity Exercise 22-2 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Both Page and McFarlin were players in Operation Varsity, a quarterly readiness exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Givens)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zachery Lemon, assigned to 86th Communications Squadron, participates in a decontamination event during Operation Varsity Exercise 22-2 Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Airmen participated in Operation Varsity's three-day exercise to strengthen and improve wing readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Givens)

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86 AW concludes OV 22-2

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman, 86th Munitions Squadron conventional maintenance technician decontaminates his partner's gloves during base exercise at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 29, 2022. Operation Varsity is a quarterly exercise focused on testing the 86th Airlift Wing’s readiness by working through various scenarios including multiple simulated attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexcia Givens)

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Airlifter of the week, 'leads the way'

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bryson Ott, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of aircraft rescue systems, does an inspection on the north airfield lighting generator at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 7, 2022. This is one of 135 generators that Ott and his team service on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro)

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Airlifter of the week, 'leads the way'

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bryson Ott, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of aircraft rescue systems, services a barrier arresting kit 12 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 7, 2022. The BAK-12 is the brake system that activates incase of an emergency aircraft landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro)

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Airlifter of the week, 'leads the way'

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bryson Ott, the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of Aircraft Rescue Systems, climbs down into the pit where the barrier arresting kit is housed, April 7, 2022. The BAK is a two-part system there for an aircraft experiencing an in-flight emergency issue which prevents the pilot from safely landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro)

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Airlifter of the week, 'leads the way'

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bryson Ott, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of aircraft rescue systems, receives his Airlifter of the Week coin from Col. Denny Davies, 86th Airlift Wing vice commander, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 7, 2022. Ott was recognized for his leadership skills and being a subject matter expert in his career field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro)

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Airlifter of the week, 'leads the way'

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bryson Ott, the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of aircraft rescue systems, poses for a family portrait. Ott recently won Airlifter of the week and looks forward to what the future has in store for him and his family. (Courtesy Photo)

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Airlifter of the Month: Airman 1st Class Francisco Castillo

Airman 1st Class Francisco Castillo, 86th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment apprentice, stands with team members for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 14, 2022. Castillo earned the title of Airlifter of the Week because of his can-do attitude and credited his success to his teammates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Thomas Karol)

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Airlifter of the Month: Airman 1st Class Francisco Castillo

Airman 1st Class Francisco Castillo, 86th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment Apprentice, is congratulated by members of his team after earning the title of Airlifter of the Week at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 14, 2022. Castillo earned the title because of his passion for volunteering and giving back to others in need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Thomas Karol)

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