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March 27, 2026
Consumer Notice: 86th MDG conducts tests for PFAS in 435th CTS water system

Sampling results of the water system for the 435th Construction and Training Squadron Compound were found to be above Department of War notification levels for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. The sampling results meet German drinking water standards, and the 86th Airlift Wing is
Feb. 6, 2026
Outgoing 86 AW executive director earns award for US-German community building

The outgoing 86th Airlift Wing executive director was presented with the “Welcome to Rheinland-Pfalz! Our neighbors from the USA” appreciation award for achievements in strengthening relationships between U.S. military and German Allies on Jan. 21. Renae Fischer, who has served at Ramstein for six
Dec. 5, 2025
Time, Service and Generosity: the legacies behind the 2025 Length of Service Ceremony

Military tradition is woven into every military ceremony. These events lead to an appreciation among the crowd and nominees, fostering a positive culture of collective recognition. Behind the Length of Service ceremony is the 86th Force Support Squadron, embracing and orchestrating these ‘wins’ at
Nov. 25, 2025
Projecting power from the tower

From the top of Ramstein Air Base’s air traffic control tower, the view of the local German countryside stretches across for miles. From that vantage point, 86th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controllers control the arrival and departure of every aircraft within the Ramstein airspace.
Nov. 21, 2025
Toxic Trip 25; USAF, Allies hunt for explosives

U.S. Air Force explosive ordnance disposal technicians assigned to various units within Europe and the U.S. with German air force service members, Royal Norwegian Air Force service members, collaborate on an execution plan during exercise Toxic Trip 25, at Bjugn, Norway, Sept. 23, 2025. TT25
Nov. 19, 2025
Holiday Season without Customs Worries

Holiday season is approaching fast! Nowadays, it is so easy to find the perfect gifts online and have them shipped to Germany.
Sept. 25, 2025
U.S. and German officials team advance point defense capabilities

U.S. Air Forces Europe – Air Forces Africa, in collaboration with the 86th Airlift Wing, the German Air Force and the Rhineland-Palatinate Police, successfully completed a point defense Operational Utility Assessment at Ramstein Air Base earlier this month.
Aug. 11, 2025
Stronger Together: 86 MDG and German SWAT partner for medical training

The 86th Medical Group held its second iteration of Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for German SWAT members from different states throughout Germany, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 28 - Aug. 1, 2025.
July 29, 2025
Hallo German culture, history: Ramstein Airmen roam, get acquainted with Kaiserslautern

U.S. Airmen and families travel around Kaiserslautern during the Community Awareness & Regional Experience bus tour in Kaiserslautern, Germany, July 25, 2025. The CARE excursion introduced service members to everyday German customs, tipping culture, recycling and the Kaiserslautern Deutsche-Bahn
May 28, 2025
86th AW Safety Office hosts mentorship ride with KMC, Spangdahlem AB community members

U.S. Air Force 86th Airlift Wing Safety Office hosted a mentorship ride, embracing positive motorcycle safety culture while maintaining relationships with the Kaiserslautern Military Community, May 27, 2025. The hour-long ride began at Ramstein Air Base and ended at Bernkastel-Kues where they met

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