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Abigail Murray, Civil Air Patrol cadet, answers another cadet’s question in a drill and ceremony test during the CAP’s 2015 European Summer Camp June 24, 2015, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Murray served as an NCO in charge during the test and led one of the two groups testing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Lane T. Plummer) CAP turns teens into cadets through summer training camp
The Civil Air Patrol hosted its 2015 European Summer Camp at Ramstein High School, June 20 to 28, on Ramstein Air Base, Germany.Children ages 12 to 18, from places such as Mildenhall Air Base, England, and Stuttgart, Germany, learned common military practices such as drill and ceremony, leadership, followership and aerospace studies.According to
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2015
Default Air Force Logo Airman brings 21st century to the AF
Many Airmen have the opportunity to implement changes and find better procedures within their workplace, but few are able to upgrade their unit to the extant one Airman has, who was honored for his dedication.Lt. Col. Scott Case, Polygone Warrior Preparation Center Detachment 3 commander, was awarded the Silver Cross of Honor of the German Armed
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Kevin Lewis, 86th Force Support Squadron program coordinator, poses with some of his artwork June 29, 2015, Ramstein Air Base, Germany. One of Lewis’ portraits of the late hip-hop producer, James Dewitt Yancey, or J Dilla, will be displayed in a memorial exhibit at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. on July 17. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood) Ramstein member’s artwork to be displayed in world’s largest museum
Art can take many forms and shapes and encompasses an infinite amount of mediums. Some artists use their skills as a hobby while others make it a full-time job. With passion and dedication, great talent doesn't always go unnoticed.For Kevin Lewis, 86th Force Support Squadron program coordinator, his artistic endowment landed one of his art pieces
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Retired Chief Master Sgt. Stephen Dilda, Ramstein High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps instructor, teaches a junior ROTC class May 7, 2015, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The Ramstein High School junior ROTC program scored the highest rating of “exceeds standards” during a recent inspection and was selected to receive the 2014-2015 Air Force junior ROTC Outstanding Organization Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood) RHS JROTC achieves highest inspection rating, probation lifted
The Ramstein High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program achieved the highest rating on a recent inspection and was relieved from probation March 26.Junior ROTC programs are inspected yearly, and given a unit evaluation every third year. If a program fails to meet standards on the unit evaluation, it is put on probation and
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2015
Ricky Shepherd, U.S. Army Customs Europe customs inspector, examines a passenger’s weapon case in the Ramstein Passenger Terminal April 14, 2015, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Customs members search baggage for prohibited items such as drugs, meats, cheeses and unauthorized weapons. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood) Customs agents safeguard environment, people
After a long flight to Germany, getting up to stretch, leaving the aircraft and meeting loved ones at the gate is what most people may have on their minds.However, before leaving the Passenger Terminal at Ramstein, each passenger must meet with a U.S. Army Customs Europe representative. After retrieving their luggage, this is where members will
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2015
Airman 1st Class Dillon Fowler, 86th Communications Squadron cable and maintenance technician, slides fiber optics into an epoxy connector to create an end-to-end path April 30, 2015, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Fowler was selected to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy’s preparatory school via the Leaders Encouraging Airman Development program. After completing the preparatory school, he will enter the Academy as a cadet and potential officer.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lane T. Plummer/Released) Airmen learn to LEAD
Airman 1st Class Dillon Fowler and Senior Airman Ryan Pastor started their days with an abrupt notification they weren't going to report straight to work. They had someone waiting for them elsewhere.Both received a call to report to their commanders' offices as fast as possible.Moments later, they were standing in front of their commanders."We had
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2015
U.S. Air Force Special Agent Emmanuel Merhan, Air Force Office of Special Investigation, 4th Field Investigation Squadron, stands with his friend and interpreter Bashir while deployed to an undisclosed location. Merhan and Bashir were in Afghanistan to help improve the partnership with the local police. (Courtesy photo) AFOSI Agent displays service before self
The "whole-person" concept is the idea within the Air Force that Airmen not only perform their job, but strive to go above and beyond meeting minimum requirements, achieve personal and professional growth and be an active member in their local communities.Special Agent Emmanuel Merhan, Air Force Office of Special Investigations, 4th Field
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2015
Tech. Sgt. Brian Angell, 435th Contingency Response Group personal parachute program manager, checks Master Sgt. James Burke's, 435th Contingency Response Group airfield manager, parachute April 8, 2015 at Powidz Air Base, Poland. While deployed to Poland for training, Burke re-enlisted into the Air Force on a C-130J Super Hercules before parachuting out. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Jonathan Stefanko) Airman lands few more years
The airframe begins to tremble around him. Looking for comfort the paratrooper walks towards a red fabric bench and quickly sits down.As the passenger succumbs to the flight, he looks at a folded U.S. flag tucked under his fastened parachute, waiting for the jump he would never forget.Before stepping off the C-130J Super Hercules, Master Sgt. James
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2015
Capt. Erin Wood, flight nurse with the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, crouches in front of her medical training equipment March 27, 2015 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Wood joined the Air Force to pursue her passion of taking care of people. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Kimberly Parker) A proud heritage of caring
She always had a desire to help those in need. From volunteering at the hospital to helping her mom provide in-home nursing care, the young humanitarian continually strived to improve the area around her, but she wanted to do more.Now, a flight nurse with the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, Capt. Erin Wood has taken her passion to new heights
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2015
German soldiers direct a simulated surface-to-air attack during a Multinational Aviation Live Virtual Constructive Training System exercise at the Polygone Control Center in Bann, Germany, March 18, 2015. The Polygone Electronic Warfare Range enhanced its training capabilities to provide service members a life-like experience with the use of the PCC. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Sikorski) US, NATO allies take flight at Polygone
The Polygone Electronic Warfare Range extended their capabilities with the opening of the Polygone Control Center in Bann, Germany, March 18.With the PCC, Polygone operators talk to aircraft through a simulator that lets them send virtual threats to test pilots on their reactions during enemy engagements. The control center offers a consolidated
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