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German leaders from local community observe an aerial refueling mission

German community leaders pose for a photo after observing an aerial refueling over Europe, Apr. 27, 2023. This cultural exchange helped familiarize community leaders with the mission and capabilities of the 52nd Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Crystal Charriere)
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German leaders from local community observe an aerial refueling mission

Mr. Alois Gerten, mayor of Spangdahlem, observes Staff Sgt. Stephon Sharier, 92nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 boom operator, initiating an aerial refueling over Europe, Apr. 27, 2023. The purpose of this flight was to familiarize German leaders with current and future operations and the 52nd Fighter Wing’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Crystal Charriere)
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German leaders from local community observe an aerial refueling mission

Ms. Janine Fischer, area mayor of Bitburg-land, watches as Staff Sgt. Stephon Sharier, 92nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 boom operator, prepares for an aerial refueling over Europe, Apr. 27, 2023. This flight helped to provide community leaders a better understanding of aircraft operations and the capabilities of the 52nd Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Crystal Charriere)
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German leaders from local community observe an aerial refueling mission

Mr. Marcus Konrad, area mayor of Speicher, watches Staff Sgt. Stephon Sharier, 92nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 boom operator, prepare for an aerial refueling over Europe, Apr. 27, 2023. The purpose of this flight was to demonstrate how carefully planned and executed the aerial refueling process is in order to foster trust and good faith with leaders in the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Crystal Charriere)
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German leaders from local community observe an aerial refueling mission

German community leaders received a tour of a KC-135 and watched an aerial refueling over Europe Apr. 27, 2023. The purpose of this cultural exchange was to familiarize community leaders with current and future operations, provide a better understanding of aircraft operations, and demonstrate the 52nd Fighter Wing’s efforts to respect the local German community and environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Crystal Charriere)
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German leaders from local community observe an aerial refueling mission

Senior Master Sgt. Michael Danilowski, 92nd Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 boom operator instructor, explains specifications of the aircraft to local German officials before their flight over Europe, Apr. 27, 2023. This flight provided a better understanding to community leaders best positioned to influence and strengthen host nation relations at both the state and local level. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Crystal Charriere)
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92nd ARW refuels aircraft in Europe

An E-3 Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft is refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, refuels an E-3 Sentry airborne warning and control system aircraft over Romania, Dec. 9, 2022. The AWACS aircraft, out of NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen, Germany, provides surveillance, command, control and communications needed by NATO and other allied air defense forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)
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92nd ARW refuels AWACS

Airman 1st Class Jayden Shines, KC-135 Stratotanker boom operator, assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, prepares to refuel an E-3 Sentry airborne warning and control system, or AWACS, aircraft over Romania Dec. 9, 2022. Members of the air refueling wing are currently deployed to Europe to further enhance NATO's collective defense posture and further capabilities with allied and partner nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Anthony Plyler)
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190528-F-QP609-0511

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies along an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII, reportedly scoring his last four kills of the war with it. Olds was known as a skilled pilot and a leader who cared for the Airmen under his command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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190528-F-QP609-0027

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies over Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII and has been restored several times over the years. He scored a total of 12 air-to-air kills during WWII and an additional four during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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190528-F-QP609-0133

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies along four F-16C Fighting Falcons assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII and has been restored to flying condition. Olds was known both for his leadership and skills as a combat pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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190528-F-QP609-0772

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies along an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII and is a rare restored example of the iconic aircraft. Olds flew in both WWII and the Vietnam War, scoring a total of 16 air-to-air victories over the course of his career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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190528-F-QP609-0405

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies along an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII and is one of the only flying examples of the aircraft in Europe. Olds flew in both WWII and the Vietnam War, scoring a total of 16 air-to-air victories over the course of his career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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190528-F-QP609-0232

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies along four F-16C Fighting Falcons assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII and is a rare flying example of the iconic aircraft. Olds was known as a skilled pilot and a leader who cared for the Airmen under his command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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190528-F-QP609-0330

Scat VII, a P-51 Mustang once flown by triple-ace fighter pilot Robin Olds, flies along an F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, Spangdahlem Air Base, May 28, 2019. The plane is the last one Olds flew before the end of WWII and is a rare flying example of the iconic aircraft. Olds flew in both WWII and the Vietnam War, scoring a total of 16 air-to-air victories over the course of his career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Roidan Carlson)
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