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Feb. 2, 2026
Customs View on Home-Based Businesses

A home-based business (HBB) is any private business conductedout of the home. It may be a good means of gainful employment for family members relocatingwith their sponsor to Germany. The defining characteristic of a home-based business is that theowner’s residence serves as the main location for the
Jan. 28, 2026
U.S. Forces Metal Detecting in Germany: Finding a Lost Pioneer

A U.S. Airman and his son find a lost artifact while metal detecting in the Rhineland-Pfalz region of Germany.
Jan. 28, 2026
Small fixes, big savings: Spangdahlem energy conservation efforts reduce utility costs

Through a combination of data-driven analyses, facility improvements and community awareness, the Installation Energy Program is advancing energy conservation efforts to reduce utility costs and maintain mission readiness, here.
Jan. 27, 2026
480th FGS Airmen demonstrate teamwork during quarterly load competition

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 480th Fighter Generation Squadron compete in the fourth quarter load competition at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 23, 2026.
Jan. 12, 2026
Air Force announces updates to dress and appearance regulation

The Air Force released guidance on its dress and personal appearance policy Jan. 9 providing updated standards for Airmen.
Jan. 11, 2026
Right place, right time: 52nd Maintenance Squadron Airmen step in during medical emergency at bowling center

52nd Maintenance Squadron Airmen provided first aid during a medical emergency inside Eifel Lanes Bowling Center at Spangdahlem Air Base, Dec. 15, 2025.
Jan. 6, 2026
Air Force updates fitness test requirements

Changes from the September 2025 announcement include a shortened physical fitness diagnostic testing period to end in June and the option for either the 2-mile run or the 20-meter High Aerobic Multi-shuttle Run every six months.
Dec. 24, 2025
Spangdahlem Air Base leaders host annual Christmas meal to honor 52nd Fighter Wing Airmen, families

Leadership from across the 52nd Fighter Wing serve food for an annual Christmas lunch at the Mosel Dining Facility at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Dec. 25, 2025.
Dec. 23, 2025
52nd Fighter Wing leaders, volunteers pitch in to get last-minute holiday mail to Airmen serving overseas at Spangdahlem Air Base

Airmen assigned to the 52nd Force Support Squadron and volunteers distribute packages to patrons at the base post office during the holiday season at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Dec. 23, 2025.
Dec. 19, 2025
Planning your next chapter: Spangdahlem recruiter provides blueprint for a smooth transition from active duty

A clear path forward is crucial, and for many, the Air Force Reserve offers a way to continue serving part-time while pursuing civilian employment, education or other personal goals.

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