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March 5, 2026
Airlifter of the Month: Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Felder

Staff Sgt. Felder serves as the supervisor of the training, validation and operations section, where he tracks and manages readiness requirements for Airmen responsible for moving personnel and cargo across one of the Air Force’s busiest installations. From career development courses, certifications
Feb. 24, 2026
Training for Tomorrow: Ramstein Airmen sharpen readiness during Radiant Falcon

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management flight, and the 86th Airlift Wing safety office, participated in exercise Radiant Falcon to obtain and strengthen
Feb. 23, 2026
From the ground up: 435 AGOW squadrons prove "Together is Better" to fortify Ramstein

From the ground up: 435 AGOW squadrons prove "Together is Better" to fortify Ramstein
Feb. 19, 2026
Consumer Notice: 86th MDG conducts tests for PFAS in water system

Sampling results of the Ramstein Air Base water system were found to be above notification levels for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, but there are no immediate health concerns.
Feb. 11, 2026
Salute to life: A call to donate

Salute to Life volunteers assist participants with being added to the National Marrow Donor Registry, serving both military and civilian patients worldwide.
Feb. 9, 2026
Training for the Mission and the Medal: Staff Sgt. Curtis heads back to Olympics

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kelly Curtis, a member of the 31st Fighter Wing Communications Squadron at Aviano Air Base, Italy, is preparing to represent Team USA on the world’s biggest stage for the second time at the XXV Olympic Winter Games.
Feb. 6, 2026
New child care home opens for military families in KMC

Leaders from the 86th Force Support Squadron celebrated the opening of a new Family Child Care home during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Feb. 4, expanding child care options for the Kaiserslautern Military Community.The new FCC home, operated by child care provider Maria Hamilton, adds to the
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
Feb. 4, 2026
American Red Cross gives life-saving training to base personnel

When Senior Airman Hannah Lillund heard her neighbors screaming for help last year, her training took over. Because of that, an infant is alive today. Lillund’s quick actions to clear baby Eumi’s airway became a powerful reminder across the Kaiserslautern Military Community that these skills can
Jan. 28, 2026
86th Airlift Wing to Observe Goal Day on Feb 13, 2026

The 86th Airlift Wing will observe a Goal Day on Feb. 13, 2026, in recognition of the hard work, commitment and mission success demonstrated across the wing.

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