History of the blue Air Force uniform

The current U.S. Air Force Service Dress Uniform, which was adopted in 1993 and standardized in 1995, consists of a three-button, pocket less coat, with silver "U.S." pins on the lapels, matching trousers, and either a service cap or flight cap, all in Shade 1620, "Air Force Blue." This is worn with

Incentive flight program

Staff Sgt. Crystal Partida, 52nd Operations Support Squadron, prepares to take an incentive flight Sept. 5. Sgt. Partida earned her incentive flight for winning the United States Air Forces in Europe Air Traffic Controller of the Year. Name: Staff Sgt. Crystal Partida Unit: 52nd Operations Support

Human interest: reliving a rescue

Action movies recycle exciting moments like a cheap arcade game. High-speed chases, dangerous maneuvers and kung-fu fights on the big screen desensitize viewers. This story, however, didn't happen on the big screen. It was real, and it happened here. In 1953 Josef Seywert began his employment on

A selection of Germany's best theme and leisure parks

At Germany's theme parks, you can have the time of your life. Ride the best roller coaster in the world, a flying carousel with a spectacular view or experience breathtaking stunt shows. Or enjoy a walk through a park, experiencing Germany's beautiful landscapes, culture and history. Tips and

Top Saber Performer

SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany - Staff Sgt. Julie Gebert Hansen, 470th Air Base Squadron non commissioned officer in charge inbound traffic management office, has been named the 52nd Fighter Wing's Top Saber Performer for the week of Aug. 29 to Sep. 4 . (Courtesy Photo) Name: Staff Sgt. Julie Gebert

Honor Guard represents Spangdahlem

There's a group of Spangdahlem Airmen that attend almost every base function and ceremony. They are entrusted to uphold the standards of all Airmen. They must epitomize perfection in dress and appearance, customs and courtesies and drill and ceremonies. They are the Spangdahlem Honor Guard. The

Commander's Shadow Program

Bernkastel turns into party site Sept. 4-9

Bernkastel, a famous holiday site, celebrates its traditional wine festival of the middle Mosel today through Monday. More than 20 wine growing towns will participate in the fest, the largest of its kind along the Mosel. When visitors arrive in Bernkastel, the center of the Mosel wine industry, they

Incentive Flight Program

Master Sgt. Jesse Gariepy, 726th Air Mobility Squadron, prepares to take an incentive flight August 29, 2008. Sgt. Gariepy earned his incentive flight for winning Non Commissioned Officer of the Quarter at the wing level. Name: Master Sgt. Jesse Gariepy Unit: 726th Air Mobility Squadron Duty title:

From the Eifel to Afghanistan

TV series of stories "American way of Eifel," part 2 - the mission of the 52nd Fighter Wing Reprinted with permission from Trierischer Volksfreund, Weekend Bernkastel/Wittlich Edition, 23/24 Aug 08 Reporter Katharina Hammermann People residing in the communities around the base see and hear the