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Ramstein Air Base is a no-drone zone, Page 2
Expo in Kaiserslautern, Baumholder, Page 8
Lagerhof Inn recognized as ‘best’ small Army lodging, Page 9
US, Belgian forces conduct HIRAIN training, Pages 16-17
August 9, 2024 | Volume 48, Number 31
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Acoustic Sensor Technology tested at Ramstein Air Base
Cheryl O’Keefe and Rebecca Laher, both research and development engineers from private industry, gather data as an aircraft flies overhead during an acoustic sensor demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 1. The demonstration allowed the sensor to read several different types of aircraft and displayed unique acoustic signatures for each that can be useful for early detection of opposing forces. Photo by Airman 1st Class Tabatha Chapman
See SENSOR TECHNOLOGY, Page 3
Rheinfels Castle: Explore the Age of Thrones Located in Sankt Goar, overlooking the enchanting Rhein River, the castle ruins of Rheinfels are soaked in history. This mighty fortress was built in 1245. For centuries, it stood strong, weathering sieges from attacking armies. Today it allows visitors to explore deep into its ruins. Other than a few Euro for admission, the only thing you need to bring is your imagination to summon dragons, thrones, kings, and knights! See RHEINFELS, Page 29
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