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  • 86 FSS welcomes new commander

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Fenesha L. Friar, 86th Force Support Squadron incoming commander, salutes Col. Jason L. Schenck, 86th Mission Support Group commander, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 8, 2026. The 86th FSS provides vital assistance to thousands of military personnel, civilians and

  • KMC Freedom Fest celebrates 250 years of American independence

    The Kaiserslautern Military Community sets off fireworks during Freedom Fest at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 4, 2026. The two-day fest brought together service members and families from the KMC in a shared celebration of partnership and 250 years of American independence. (U.S. Air Force photo

  • 1st CBCS conducts change of command, welcomes new commander

    U.S. Air Force Col. Scott Weed, 435th Communications Operations Group commander, transfers command to Lt. Col. Brett Lesser, 1st Combat Communications Squadron incoming commander, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 8, 2026. The 1st CBCS provides rapidly deployable communications and air traffic

  • C-17 Global reach mastered at Ramstein AB

    A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft assigned to 911th Airlift Wing at Pittsburgh Air Reserve Station flies over Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 5, 2026. The aircraft’s presence at the “Global Gateway” reinforced the installation's on-going role as a critical logistics and air mobility

  • Two Miles Ahead of the Curve: 86 MXO Airman embraces new fitness standards

    RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany – The Air Force’s updated fitness assessment is prompting Airmen across the force to take a closer look at their physical readiness. With the newly required 2-mile run and the return of waist measurements, many are adjusting their routines, setting new goals and finding

  • 86th AW celebrates 78 years of service

    U.S. Air Force Col. Denny R. Davies, left, 86th Airlift Wing commander, Ralf Hechler, right, Ramstein-Miesenbach mayor, and Airman Basic Paola Kpandja, 86th Maintenance Squadron C-130J Super Hercules avionics apprentice, cut a birthday cake during the 86th AW’s 78th birthday celebration at the

  • Team Ramstein celebrates Chief Master Sgt. Induction Ceremony

    U.S. Air Force chief master sergeant selects pose for a photo during a chief induction ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 26, 2026. These new members reached the peak rank of the enlisted core and will continue to serve as senior enlisted advisors to commanders at all echelons, from