May 21, 2020 MAGNUM: 52nd AMXS keeps F-16s flying, supports regional deterrence, security When the pilots of the 480th Fighter Squadron finish flying their F-16 Fighting Falcons for the day, the work of the men and women of the 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron begins.
May 1, 2020 470th Air Base Squadron adapts, overcomes obstacles regarding COVID-19 COVID-19 has posed numerous problems for military bases around the globe this year, from forcing many to adapt to minimal manning, to limiting travel and who is allowed to enter base installations. At Geilenkirchen NATO Air Base, Germany, the 470th Air Base Squadron’s adaptability is nothing new.
April 29, 2020 Spangdahlem block 50 F-16 first in USAFE to cross 10,000 flight hours threshold Aircraft 91-0343, a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, became the first block 50 F-16 in U.S. Air Forces Europe-Air Forces Africa and the second in the U.S. Air Force to cross the 10,000 flight hours milestone, at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, April 23,
April 27, 2020 Spangdahlem Chaplains remotely provide spiritual guidance during COVID-19 COVID-19 has caused challenges for service members, civilians and families. As Saber Nation fights through the pandemic, Spangdahlem Air Base Chaplains are working hard to ensure individuals have the support they need to cope with the situation.
April 23, 2020 U.S. Air Force dining facility sparks innovation, implements reusable trays The 52nd Force Support Squadron Mosel Dining Facility began a transition from disposable to reusable meal trays, to be used by Airmen, in early March.
April 13, 2020 52nd FW hosts blood drive, provides blood to U.S. forces in Europe, Africa, deployed locations The Armed Services Blood Program held a blood drive at the Brick House here, April 6, 2020.
April 7, 2020 Spangdahlem GCA Airmen keep aircraft safe through physical distancing For some people, physical distancing is a new concept, but certain U.S. Air Force Airmen here practice it daily to make the mission happen.Airmen from the 52nd Operations Support Squadron Air Traffic Control Ground Controlled Approach radar facility make sure aircraft remain safe in the airspace
March 4, 2020 COVID-19 discussed during 52nd MDG table-top exercise Members from the 52nd Medical Group and host-nation partners convened for a table-top exercise on the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and their preventive and reactive actions at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 26, 2020.Ranks ranging from Airmen 1st Class to colonel attended, representing each
Feb. 25, 2020 Spangdahlem augmentees learn F-16 fuel-tank build up Members from the 52nd Maintenance Squadron fuel-systems section familiarized base augmentees with performing a nestable fuel-tank build up at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Feb. 24, 2020.