https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil Spangdahlem Air Base News RSS Feed en-us Tue, 09 Jun 2020 06:42:00 GMT Sat, 16 Jan 2021 02:58:32 GMT https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2212320/52nd-fw-airman-improves-age-driving-time-on-flightline/ Across the U.S. Air Force, Airmen have been encouraged to think of new ways to improve old processes and ideas. For Senior Airman Ryan Amador, 52nd Maintenance Squadron Air Force repair enhancement program technician, the need for a more efficient entry control point for aerospace ground equipment drivers proved pivotal to his daily work life.<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2020/Jun/09/2002312632/82/55/0/200603-F-FW957-1144.JPG' alt='U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Amador, 52nd Maintenance Squadron Air Force repair enhancement technician, holds the 52nd Fighter Wing commander&#39;s Top Innovator coin at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 8, 2020. Amador was awarded the coin and recognized for his efforts and contribution to the 52nd FW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alison Stewart)' /> <br /> Tue, 09 Jun 2020 06:42:00 GMT By Airman 1st Class Alison Stewart https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2212320/52nd-fw-airman-improves-age-driving-time-on-flightline/ USAFE support to Odyssey Dawn On Duty Recognition https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2059742/spangdahlem-puts-ace-concept-into-practice-tests-forward-deployed-capabilities/ Airmen from the 52nd Fighter Wing conducted an Agile Combat Employment exercise here, Jan. 14, 2020, to deter adversaries and ensure readiness for any short-notice threat.<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2020/Jan/17/2002236035/82/55/0/200115-F-BG094-0109.JPG' alt='Spangdahlem puts ACE concept into practice; tests forward deployed capabilities' /> <br /> Fri, 17 Jan 2020 08:00:00 GMT Staff Sgt. Joshua R. M. Dewberry https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2059742/spangdahlem-puts-ace-concept-into-practice-tests-forward-deployed-capabilities/ On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1655240/airmen-shoot-for-excellence-in-competition-badge/ More than 125 contestants competed for top shot at the Excellence in Competition M4 shooting event hosted by the 52nd Security Forces Squadron combat arms at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Oct. 1-4, 2018. <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Oct/05/2002048645/82/55/0/181004-F-RH756-0165.JPG' alt='USAF' /> <br /> Fri, 05 Oct 2018 11:12:00 GMT Staff Sgt. Jonathan Snyder https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1655240/airmen-shoot-for-excellence-in-competition-badge/ On Duty https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1256604/usromanians-train-to-strengthen-nato-alliance/ Airmen from the 159th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron are conducting training in Romania as part of<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Jul/25/2001782422/82/55/0/170718-F-NJ596-0024.JPG' alt='An F-15C Eagle fighter aircraft from the 159th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron takes off from Campia Turzii, Romania, July 18, 2017. The squadron is in Romania in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve, an ongoing operation meant to enhance the security of Europe and bolster partnership between NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Chad Warren)' /> <br /> Tue, 25 Jul 2017 09:56:00 GMT Tech. Sgt. Chad Warren https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1256604/usromanians-train-to-strengthen-nato-alliance/ Aircraft On Duty Training https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1239734/cadets-visit-spangdahlem/ Cadet 2nd Class Preston Roche, Air Force Academy student, talks with a pilot from the 480th Fighter<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Jul/07/2001774521/82/55/0/170705-F-RH756-034.JPG' alt='Cadet 2nd Class Preston Roche talks with a pilot from the 480th Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, July 5, 2017. The cadets visited several different squadrons around base to help give them a better understanding of the operational Air Force and help them decide on career paths available to them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Snyder)' /> <br /> Fri, 07 Jul 2017 06:23:00 GMT Staff Sgt. Jonathan Snyder https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1239734/cadets-visit-spangdahlem/ On Duty https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/755285/us-partners-with-poland-estonia-for-exercise-spring-storm-2016/ U.S. and Polish air forces deployed F-15C Eagles, Su-22 Fitters, personnel and equipment to Ämari<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/May/06/2001534516/82/55/0/160504-F-QP712-323.JPG' alt='A U.S. F-15C Eagle taxis after arrival at Amari Air Base, Estonia, in support of exercise Spring Storm May 4, 2016. The 131st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron will fly with the Estonian Defense Force and Polish air force to improve allied air operations and interoperability in a realistic training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Matthew Plew/Released)' /> <br /> Fri, 06 May 2016 11:40:38 GMT By Tech. Sgt. Matthew Plew https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/755285/us-partners-with-poland-estonia-for-exercise-spring-storm-2016/ On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/755286/spangdahlem-supports-potus-visit-to-eucom-theater/ The 726th Air Mobility Squadron recently supported a large C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft stage<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Apr/27/2001526407/82/55/0/160422-F-OG770-007.jpg' alt='Seven Boeing C-17 Globermaster III aircrafts remain parked on the 726th Air Mobility Squadron passenger terminal flightline at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 22, 2016. The squadron enables the delivery of war-fighting and humanitarian equipments and supplies through rapid global air mobility, providing air transportation, cargo, maintenance and enroute support to Allied and American Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)' /> <br /> Thu, 05 May 2016 05:55:11 GMT Staff Reports https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/755286/spangdahlem-supports-potus-visit-to-eucom-theater/ On Duty Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729650/606th-acs-departs-for-multiple-combat-operations/ Members of the 606th Air Control Squadron departed for Southwest Asia for the next several months in<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Apr/18/2001517783/82/55/0/160405-F-VS255-006.jpg' alt='A 606th Air Control Squadron Airman shares a moment with his wife before he leaves on a deployment in the 606th ACS compound at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 5, 2016. Fellow 606th Airmen and family members were present to see off the deploying Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano/Released)' /> <br /> Mon, 18 Apr 2016 12:39:46 GMT Staff Reports https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729650/606th-acs-departs-for-multiple-combat-operations/ On Duty Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729651/480th-fs-deploys-in-support-of-operation-inherent-resolve/ Members of the 480th Fighter Squadron and 480th Aircraft Maintenance Unit bid farewell to their<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Apr/13/2001514931/82/55/0/160407-F-OG770-093.jpg' alt='Members of the 480th Aircraft Maintenance Unit board a plane before a deployment at the flight line at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 7, 2016. The 480th FS and 480th AMU in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)' /> <br /> Wed, 13 Apr 2016 13:47:45 GMT 2nd Lt. Meredith Mulvihill https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729651/480th-fs-deploys-in-support-of-operation-inherent-resolve/ On Duty Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729654/total-force-airmen-support-ias-tsp-missions/ Four F-15C Eagle fighter Aircraft assigned to the 131st Fighter Squadron deployed April 3, 2016,<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Apr/12/2001514236/82/55/0/160409-F-VT324-027.jpg' alt='A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle fighter aircraft assigned to the 104th Fighter Wing, Barnes Air National Guard Base, Mass., is refueled by a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 916th Air Refueling Wing, Air Force Reserve Command, Seymour Johnson, N.C., over Iceland while conducting Icelandic Air Surveillance operations, April 9, 2016. Missions like the IAS showcase the U.S. Air Force’s global presence in deterring potential threats and bringing peace and stability to allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Kevin Nichols/Released)' /> <br /> Tue, 12 Apr 2016 09:14:17 GMT Staff Report https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729654/total-force-airmen-support-ias-tsp-missions/ On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729670/74th-efs-completes-far-reaching-european-deployment/ The 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron completed its six-month theater security package deployment<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Mar/21/2001486685/82/55/0/160318-F-ZL078-140.jpg' alt='U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Kayla Bowers, a 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot, looks out of the cockpit of her aircraft during the 74th EFS’s deployment in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve at Graf Ignatievo, Bulgaria, March 18, 2016. Operation Atlantic Resolve is a demonstration of the U.S.’s continued commitment to the collective security of NATO and dedication to the enduring peace and stability of Europe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joe W. McFadden/Released)' /> <br /> Mon, 21 Mar 2016 13:33:16 GMT Staff Sgt. Joe W. McFadden https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729670/74th-efs-completes-far-reaching-european-deployment/ Aircraft On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729684/74-efs-conducts-csar-training-with-bulgarian-military/ The 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron continued Combat Search and Rescue training during its micro<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Mar/01/2001470360/82/55/0/160211-F-VE588-697.jpg' alt='PLOVDIV, Bulgaria - Italian air force Captain Roberto Manzo, a 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron A-10C Thunderbolt II aircraft exchange pilot, looks off into the distance during combat search and rescue training near Plovdiv, Bulgaria, Feb. 11, 2016. Manzo is part of a pilot exchange program allowing him to train as an A-10 pilot with the 74th EFS, assigned to the 23rd Wing at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke Kitterman/Released)' /> <br /> Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:05:37 GMT Senior Airman Luke Kitterman https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729684/74-efs-conducts-csar-training-with-bulgarian-military/ Aircraft On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729686/year-in-review-pep-rally-highlights-2015-annual-awards-nominees/ <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Feb/26/2001490358/82/55/0/160225-F-YU668-109.jpg' alt='A 52nd Fighter Wing 2015 Annual Award nominee runs down the red carpet during the 2015 Year in Review Pep Rally in Hangar 1 at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 25, 2016. Airmen congratulated the nominees on their accomplishments and cheered on their favorites to win the prestigious award during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rusty Frank/Released)' /> <br /> Fri, 26 Feb 2016 14:06:21 GMT https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729686/year-in-review-pep-rally-highlights-2015-annual-awards-nominees/ Community Happenings On Duty Mission Recognition https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729687/saber-nation-annual-award-nominees-announced/ The 52nd Fighter Wing commander and command chief are pleased to announce the 2015 Annual Awards<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2015/Feb/10/2001014713/82/55/0/150207-F-OG770-032.JPG' alt='The 52nd Fighter Wing shield is displayed on a podium during the 52 FW 2014 Annual Awards Banquet at the Skelton Memorial Fitness Center at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 7, 2015. Nominees were recognized for their work and performance at the 2014 Annual Awards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Timothy Kim/Released)' /> <br /> Mon, 22 Feb 2016 13:43:34 GMT Staff Reports https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729687/saber-nation-annual-award-nominees-announced/ Community Happenings On Duty Recognition https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729691/airmen-strengthen-forward-capability-in-bulgaria/ Airmen from the 352nd Special Operations Wing supported deterrence-specific training in conjunction<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Feb/12/2001347385/82/55/0/160209-F-VE588-211.jpg' alt='Members of the 100th Logistics Readiness Squadron move a forward area manifold cart out of the back of an MC-130J Commando II, assigned to the 67th Special Operations Squadron, during forward area refueling point training at Plovdiv, Bulgaria, Feb. 9, 2016. The FAM cart weighs approximately 3,500-lbs. and is mainly extracted from the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke Kitterman/Released)' /> <br /> Fri, 12 Feb 2016 07:35:08 GMT Airman 1st Class Luke Kitterman https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729691/airmen-strengthen-forward-capability-in-bulgaria/ Aircraft On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729702/606th-acs-integrates-into-red-flag-16-1/ When pilots fly over the massive Nevada Test and Training Range north of Las Vegas during  Red Flag<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Feb/02/2001344813/82/55/0/160129-F-UN699-223.jpg' alt='A B-1B Lancer, assigned to the 7th Bomb Wing, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, takes off from Nellis AFB, Nev., during Red Flag 16-1 Jan. 29, 2016. The 7th BW is one of many U.S. and allied air forces the 606th Air Control Squadron from Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, provides tactical command and control for during the three-week realistic air combat training over the 2.9 million acre Nevada Test and Training Range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jake Carter)' /> <br /> Wed, 03 Feb 2016 11:26:25 GMT Senior Airman Jake Carter https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729702/606th-acs-integrates-into-red-flag-16-1/ On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729700/comusafe-touts-greek-us-partnership/ <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Feb/02/2001348045/82/55/0/160201-F-VS255-474.jpg' alt='U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander Gen. Frank Gorenc walks the flightline at Souda Bay, Greece, before a flying training mission Feb. 1. 2016. Gorenc, visited 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron Airmen to learn more about the bilateral training being conducted with the Hellenic air force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano/Released)' /> <br /> Wed, 03 Feb 2016 08:19:56 GMT DoD News https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729700/comusafe-touts-greek-us-partnership/ Aircraft On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729703/greek-us-air-forces-continue-bilateral-training-in-souda-bay/ The Hellenic air force and the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron continue bilateral training at<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Feb/02/2001348020/82/55/0/160201-F-VS255-241.jpg' alt='A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter aircraft pilot assigned to the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron takes off from the flightline during a flying training deployment at Souda Bay, Greece, Feb. 1, 2016. The training included more than 15 aircraft launches a day as part of the training between the U.S. and Hellenic air forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano/Released)' /> <br /> Tue, 02 Feb 2016 08:57:56 GMT Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729703/greek-us-air-forces-continue-bilateral-training-in-souda-bay/ Aircraft On Duty Training Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729708/fss-changes-locks-throws-away-key/ The 52nd Force Support Squadron recently installed new keypad lock systems to locker doors at the<br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2016/Jan/27/2001503184/82/55/0/160127-F-VE588-005.jpg' alt='A new keypad lock system displays itself on the outside of a locker door at the Powerhaus Fitness Center on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 27, 2016. The 52nd Force Support Squadron recently installed keypad lock systems to locker doors at the fitness center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luke Kitterman/Released) ' /> <br /> Wed, 27 Jan 2016 12:07:10 GMT Airman 1st Class Luke Kitterman https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729708/fss-changes-locks-throws-away-key/ Community Happenings Sports On Duty Mission https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729724/allies-honor-battle-of-the-bulge-71st-anniversary/ <br/> <img src='https://media.defense.gov/2015/Dec/18/2001489188/82/55/0/151216-F-VS255-017.jpg' alt='U.S. Air Force Honor Guardsmen, assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing stand at attention during a Battle of the Bulge anniversary ceremony at the National Liberation Memorial in Schumanns Eck, Luxembourg, Dec. 16, 2015. The ceremony commemorated the 71st anniversary of the beginning of the battle which began on Dec. 16, 1944. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Ruano/Released)' /> <br /> Fri, 18 Dec 2015 14:42:26 GMT DoD News https://www.spangdahlem.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/729724/allies-honor-battle-of-the-bulge-71st-anniversary/ Community Happenings On Duty Recognition Local and Travel