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Feb. 12, 2024
Chinese attempts to recruit US, NATO service members as advisors prompts Ramstein conference

The conference is the first such event to include broad NATO participation aimed at tackling ongoing PRC targeting of U.S. and NATO-trained military personnel for employment to fill gaps in its own air force capabilities.
March 3, 2021
341st Missile Wing supports USAFE-AFAFRICA’s CJADC2 demo

The wing contributed by exploring various communication methodologies and technologies in support of a common operating picture. Combined JADC2 events integrate technology into a common operating network which gives the joint and allied forces an information advantage across all warfighting domains.
Dec. 22, 2020
Acting defense secretary visits RAF Mildenhall

Miller visited the installation to engage with Airmen, speak with leadership and present the 2020 Secretary of Defense Maintenance Effectiveness Award to the 100th Maintenance Group.
March 4, 2020
COVID-19 discussed during 52nd MDG table-top exercise

Airmen ranging from airman 1st class to colonel attended, representing each section of the 52nd MDG while they discussed the check-in process, possible work-flow challenges, understanding host-nation requirements, testing for the virus and what processes will be implemented when there is a positive
Dec. 17, 2019
First virtual pitch day contract awarded

U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa A8I Operational Innovation Branch and the 764th Enterprising Solutions Squadron awarded their first virtual Pitch Day contract, Dec. 13.
Nov. 10, 2019
Retiring chiefs leave wisdom for mil-to-mil couples

After a combined 52 years of service, this couple of chief master sergeants retired from the U.S. Air Force Oct. 25, 2019. Their 14 years as military-to-military spouses were full of challenges, victories and lessons to pass on.
Oct. 22, 2019
USAFE Band unites US, Ukrainian armed forces through music

At the invitation of the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine, the 15-member team hosted master classes for local music students, jam sessions in the community and concerts in Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Chernivtsi, Vinnytsia, Desna Military Training Centre and Kyiv.
Sept. 28, 2019
RAF Lakenheath hosts 23 nations during Vienna Document visit

The 48th Fighter Wing hosted more than 40 delegates from 23 nations for a visit as part of the Vienna Document 2011 agreement Sep. 24.
Sept. 20, 2019
AMC commander talks readiness, transformation at Air, Space and Cyber Conference

Addressing a room of Airmen, reporters and defense researchers, Gen. Maryanne Miller, Air Mobility Command commander, explained how her command is adapting to meet the demands outlined by the strategy.
May 30, 2019
USAFE commander discusses regional security with Arctic air chiefs during Arctic Challenge 19

Gen. Jeff Harrigian worked with the air chiefs on a path forward for future ACE exercises, including a focus on developing realistic scenarios for the Airmen on the ground and in the air.
May 13, 2019
Atlantic Stripe: Molding, mentoring and developing today’s NCO

Multiple leaders came together from U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa, 3rd Air Force and NATO to provide various leadership perspectives to the class throughout the week.
July 20, 2018
SecAF Wilson returns to RAF Mildenhall, discusses innovation, strategy

When then 2nd Lt. Heather Wilson joined the Air Force in 1985, her very first assignment was to the 3rd Air Force at RAF Mildenhall. Now, Secretary of the Air Force Wilson returned to RAF Mildenhall July 12, to learn about the new innovations the Airmen have since created, and to speak about the
July 2, 2018
JOSE program continues to expand, save more taxpayer dollars

It’s a simple concept producing significant results for U.S. Air Force and Army in Europe; saving hundreds of thousands of dollars and providing needed supplies quickly.

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