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Hiring our heroes, Page 6
86 AMXS Airman fights his way to success, Page 9
Understanding German landlordtenant law, Page 8
Ramstein Airmen train as security forces augmentees, Pages 16 & 17
October 31, 2025 | Volume 49, Number 43
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US, Norwegian partners strengthen War Reserve Materiel readiness through annual training
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Snyder, 86th Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental craftsman, demonstrates how a liquid oxygen cart works to Royal Norwegian Air Force aerospace ground equipment service members at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. Annual training reinforces the standardization between U.S. and Norwegian partners while maintaining more than 300 pieces of AGE at two remote sites in Norway.
Story & photos by Senior Airman Trevor Calvert 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The 86th Materiel Maintenance Squadron hosted five Royal Norwegian Air Force personnel for an annual War Reserve Materiel familiarization and exchange event at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 7-14. The weeklong event brought together Airmen from the 86th MMS, 86th Maintenance Squadron, 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron and Norwegian aerospace ground equipment service members to exchange knowledge, refine maintenance and storage procedures for equipment, and ensure the readiness of U.S. Air Forces in Europe’s WRM assets. Placing these materials strategically across the European theater reduces response time during operations by providing immediate access to mission essential resources and equipment. “The whole premise of the WRM program is the prepositioning of equipment within the European theater ahead of the combat force,” said U.S. Air Force Maj. Frank Marquette, 86th MMS director of operations. “Airmen stepping into See RESERVE on Pages 2 & 3
Hildesheim: Cobblestone, Culture, Beauty Nestled in the heart of Germany’s northern state of Lower Saxony, Hildesheim is one of Germany’s most charming — and underrated —
“Good Fortune” is the fea tured
See HILDESHEIM, Page 30 Hildesheim market place at sundown.
movie of the week, Page 31
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