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Earning their Wings: candidates test Air Assault capabilities

U.S. Air Force Airmen run a 2-mile course during the 435th Security Forces Squadron Air Assault assessment on Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 9, 2026. Air Assault School candidates executed a series of timed tests to include a 2-mile run, 12-mile ruck march, rope climb and rappelling operations. The assessments prepare Airmen for Air Assault School by testing their physical fitness and ability to perform under pressure ensuring they are ready to meet the demands of the course and future missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr.)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Randy Willis, 86th Airlift Wing traffic safety manager, demonstrates safe riding practices at Kapaun Air Base, Germany, June 4, 2026. In the military, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses provide the mandatory training and risk management skills required for all service members who ride motorcycles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

A U.S. Airman assigned to Team Ramstein, holds a motorcycle helmet, prior to a mentorship motorcycle safety ride near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The event provided members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community an opportunity to build connections and to refresh their motorcycle safety skills in a group setting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

Members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community, participate in a mentorship motorcycle safety ride near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The objective of the mentorship ride was to provide refresher training to military riders and build community among service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

Kaiserslaturn Military Community riders pose for a group photo to commemorate the mentorship motorcycle safety ride near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The 86th Airlift Wing Safety Office hosted the second annual motorcycle mentorship ride in collaboration with Spangdahlem AB building safety and connection within the KMC. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

Kaiserslatuern Military Community riders participate in a mentorship motorcycle safety ride near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The 86th Airlift Wing Safety Office hosted the second annual motorcycle mentorship ride in collaboration with Spangdahlem AB building safety and connection within the KMC. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Gardner, 86th Airlift Wing weapons safety manager and motorcycle rider coach, looks at his surroundings during the mentorship motorcycle safety ride near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The mentorship ride helped promote conversation on topics around safe motorcycle riding practices and boost riding skillsets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Randy Willis, 86th Airlift Wing traffic safety manager, poses for a photo prior to the mentorship motorcycle safety ride at Kapaun Air Base, Germany, June 4, 2026. In the military, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses provide the mandatory training and risk management skills required for all service members who ride motorcycles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Gardner, right, 86th Airlift wing weapons safety manager and motorcycle rider coach, and Tech. Sgt. Randy Willis, 86th AW traffic safety manager, poses for a photo prior to the mentorship motorcycle safety ride at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 4, 2026. In the military, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses provide the mandatory training and risk management skills required for all service members who ride motorcycles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

Kaiserslautern Military Community riders receive a brief on safety measures prior to the mentorship motorcycle safety ride at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The mentorship ride allowed service members to complete required refresher training while reinforcing safe riding practices through hands-on experience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Building better riders, 86th AW hosts annual safety motorcycle mentorship ride

Kaiserslaturn Military Community riders check their gear and motorcycles before participating in the mentorship motorcycle safety ride near Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The mentorship ride allowed service members to complete required refresher training while reinforcing safe riding practices through hands-on experience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Airmen’s PSI, pressure starts inside at 86th Wheel and Tire Shop

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Bolek, 86th Maintenance Squadron wheel and tire journeyman, hammers the rim off a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft tire at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 29, 2026. The wheel and tire shop is responsible for inspecting, preparing and delivering reliable aircraft tires back to the fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Airmen’s PSI, pressure starts inside at 86th Wheel and Tire Shop

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Christopher Smith, 86th Maintenance Squadron wheel and tire non-commissioned officer in charge, rolls a tire off the rack at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 29, 2026. The wheel and tire shop is responsible for inspecting, preparing and delivering reliable aircraft tires back to the fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Airmen’s PSI, pressure starts inside at 86th Wheel and Tire Shop

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Levi King, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft apprentice, packs bearings with Mobil Aviation Grease SHC 100 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 29, 2026. The wheel and tire shop uses aviation grease to provide thermal stability and wear protection to prevent bearing failure on high-speed takeoffs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Airmen’s PSI, pressure starts inside at 86th Wheel and Tire Shop

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Levi King, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft apprentice, packs bearings with Mobil Aviation Grease SHC 100 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 29, 2026. The wheel and tire shop ensures through expert maintenance that every wheel is up to mission-ready standards to keep C-130J Super Hercules aircraft operational. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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Airmen’s PSI, pressure starts inside at 86th Wheel and Tire Shop

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Bolek, 86th Maintenance Squadron wheel and tire journeyman, left, and Staff Sgt. Josiah Nave, 86th MXS repair and reclamation journeyman, lift the rim off a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft tire at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 29, 2026. The wheel and tire shop ensures that every wheel is up to mission-ready standards through expert maintenance to keep C-130J aircraft operational. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Henry)

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86th CEG improve proficiency with Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Uriel Garcia-Fierro, 786th Civil Engineer Group pavements and construction journeyman, operates a Caterpillar wheel excavator during Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 16, 2026. RADR is designed to restore airfield operations rapidly following damage from attacks, natural disasters or other disruptions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

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86th CEG improve proficiency with Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Uriel Garcia-Fierro, 786th Civil Engineer Group pavements and construction journeyman, operates a Caterpillar wheel excavator during Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 16, 2026. RADR training ensures Airmen are ready to assess damage and repair used flight line travel routes, exercising their skills and training to operate quickly and efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

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86th CEG improve proficiency with Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lucas Gauger, left, 786th Civil Engineer Group electrical journeyman, and Airman Jamison Dobson, 786th CEG power production apprentice, operate the Mikasa MTX-80 tamping rammer to compact dirt during Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 16, 2026. During the training, the 86th CEG repaired a simulated damaged airfield to improve their proficiency in conducting mission-critical repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

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86th CEG improve proficiency with Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lucas Gauger, 786th Civil Engineer Group electrical journeyman, shovels dirt during Rapid Airfield Deployment Readiness training at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 16, 2026. During the training, the 86th CEG repaired a simulated damaged airfield to improve their proficiency in conducting mission-critical repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

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