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  • Spangdahlem remembers 9/11

    Airmen, family members and civilians commemorated the seventh anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at Spangdahlem Air Base Sept. 11, 2008. The 52nd Fighter Wing Chapel held a memorial service at the base chapel to give visitors a chance to memorialize the tragic events. Col. Russell Mack, 52nd Fighter

  • Sabers graduate NCO Academy

    Congratulations to the NCO Academy graduates of Class 2008-7 from Spangdahlem Air Base. The following individuals took top honors at the graduation ceremony at Ramstein Air Base Sept. 11, 2008: Tech. Sgts. Jason Hall, 52nd Equipment Maintenance Squadron, John L. Levitow Honor Graduate; Kevin

  • Top Saber Performer

    Airman 1st Class Douglas R. Wetta, 52nd Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, has been named the 52nd Fighter Wing's Top Saber Performer for the week of Sept. 5-11. (Courtesy Photo) Name: Airman 1st Class Douglas R. Wetta Unit: 52nd Medical Operations Squadron Duty title:

  • 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