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simulated scenarios that Airmen from the 86 SFS may encounter throughout their day.
“The Street Smart Virtual Reality simulation plays out different situations security forces may encounter,” said Tech Sgt. Zachary Willard, 86 SFS armory noncommissioned officer in charge. “This includes anything from de-escalating situations to defining threats and using the necessary level of force.”
Additionally, German airmen utilized the Meggit 300-degree room. The facility is a room with screens in the shape of a circle meant to simulate a real world scenario. This is used by Airmen to help improve aim without having to travel to the firing range.
“Using the simulator means we can spend more time critically analyzing how members are performing with the weapon,” Willard said. “With the 300-degree target range, we are able to monitor every detail from the sway of the weapon, to movements that are made when the trigger is squeezed. Having high-resolution marksmanship data means we can correct mistakes in-office, and when they go to shoot on the range our Defender’s time is more effectively spent.”
While half the German airmen were in the simulators improving their weapons familiarity, the other half were getting qualified on military RZR tactical vehicles. This not only became a way for the Bundeswehr members to become more familiar with U.S. equipment, but also a way for them to bond with USAF Airmen and increase interoperability.
The second day of training exercises took place on Kapaun Air Station, where participants put their new knowledge to the test and shot an M4A1 carbine and M18 pistol with the goal of achieving expert marksmanship.
To close out the exercise and partnership events, the German airmen enjoyed a final meal where they were awarded certificates of weapons competency.
The exercise ended with Lt. Col. Cassandra Bates, 86 SFS commander, presenting Angel with a letter of appreciation, thanking him and his personnel for their dedication to building partnerships. 86 SFS is taking proactive steps to put the 86 AW’s mission, Build Airmen, Project Power, and Support Partners, into action. The exercise signaled a renewed commitment to building positive partnerships amongst defenders in the KMC.
(Right) A German air force airman uses an M18 pistol during a simulation at Ramstein Air Base, March 15. Frequent training exercises are critical to ensure NATO forces remain fully prepared. This allows for allied force development and strengthened alliance. For more VR Training photos, see page 8.
(Left) German air force airmen from the NATO Headquarters Allied Air Command fire M4A1 carbines and M18 pistols at the firing range at Kapaun Air Station, March 16. Frequent training exercises are critical to ensure NATO forces remain fully prepared. This allows for allied force development and strengthened alliance.
(Right) U.S. Air Force Airmen and German air force airmen assigned to NATO Headquarters Allied Air Command drive a military RZR off-road vehicle at Ramstein Air Base, March 15. Driving the RZR not only acted as a way for the German airmen to become more familiar with U.S. equipment, but also a way for them to bond with U.S. Air Force Airmen and increase interoperability.
COMPILED BY THE 569TH USFPS AND 86TH SFS
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MARCH 21
Nothing significant to report
MARCH 22
MARCH 23
6:10 p.m.: Damage to private property in Kaiserslautern 9:30 p.m.: Theft/damage to private property in Vogelweh Family Housing
MARCH 24
10:07 a.m.: Major vehicle collision on A6 on-ramp to Mannheim
MARCH 25
2:56 a.m.: Disorderly conduct, drunkenness in Mannheim 3:12 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Landstuhl 3:44 a.m.: Driving while impaired in Landstuhl 3:05 p.m.: Theft on Vogelweh Main Base 7:41 p.m.: Traffic collision/fleeing the scene in Kaiserslautern 7:46 p.m.: Major traffic collision in Landstuhl
MARCH 26
1:25 a.m.: Loud noise complaint in Vogelweh Family Housing 2:59 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Kaiserslautern 5:15 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Kaiserslautern 10 a.m.: Theft in Kaiserslautern
MARCH 27
5:01 a.m.: Theft in Kaiserslautern 6:30 a.m.: Driving while impaired in Kaiserslautern 6:56 a.m.: Driving under the influence/ major traffic collision/fleeing the scene in Kaiserslautern
Editor’s note: The purpose of the weekly blotter is to deliver a chronological listing of criminal activity in the KMC. The information contained in the blotter is not indicative of crime trends or the targeting of service members or their dependents. The location and nature of the entries is dependent upon where the crime was reported and not necessarily where the crime took place.
THE HOUSING HYPE
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On-base disposal of light fractions “YELLOW BAGS”
For disposal of light fractions, it is mandatory for townhouse & stairwell residents to use yellow bags, because this kind of trash is recyclable. Yellow bags are available for on-base residents at the Self-Help Store during office hours: Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The use of yellow bags is also mandatory for local economy housing. The bags are free of charge and provided by your local recycling center. » Items that belong in the yellow bag: Plastics, foils, milk cartons, metals etc... » Items that don’t belong in the yellow bags:
Glass, shoes, paper, spray cans etc...
For on-base residents, please check the Reduce, Reuse & Recycle Booklet you received during your move-in inspection for more information. To receive a replacement booklet, please come to the KMC Housing Office Facilities Section on Vogelweh to pick one up.
SMART TIP:
Townhouse residents should keep their yellow bags inside until pick-up day, in order to avoid damage which could be caused by bad weather conditions or animals. Recycle Bag Holders can be picked up at the Self-Help Store, free of charge.
Please contact the KMC Housing Office at KMCHousing@us.af.mil or call 489-7108, commercial 0631-536-7108, if you have questions.
Upcoming Office Closure:
The KMC Housing Office will be closed April 6 due to an official function. The Furnishings Management Section will close at noon on April 6.
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Local National and Contractor personnel
Effective today, the old IACS ID cards will no longer be accepted at any KMC installation. Please ensure you have updated to the new DBIDS ID cards.
Air Force Official Photos
The Official Photo Studio at 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs office is closed until further notice, due to moving locations.
COVID-19 updates for KMC
Looking for updated information regarding coronavirus and changes to base facilities? Visit www.ramstein.af.mil/COVID-19/
Satellite Pharmacy at Kaiserslautern Military Community Center
The Ramstein Clinic Satellite Pharmacy is now open on Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m on the second floor of the KMCC. The pharmacy provides an opportunity for beneficiaries to retrieve medications during the weekend. This will be a great benefit for those who have difficulty getting to the clinic during its operating hours. The hours may be expanded in the future as the clinic transitions to this new operation.
Cough and Cold Clinic
Current hours Mon-Fri, 8-10 a.m., walk-in only. Bldg. 2121, 1st floor MSOC Clinic, enter side door. Ages: AD and dependents 16+
LRMC information
As you may have heard, due to rising numbers of COVID-19 infections, Germany has revised the Infection Protection Act, which is applicable to U.S. Forces in Germany in accordance with Article 54 of the NATO-SOFA Supplementary Agreement. In the revision, workplace access is restricted to vaccinated, recovered or tested employees. In light of the revised act, we want to remind our communities that testing capabilities at military treatment facilities are reserved for official purposes and individuals who present medical symptoms. Unit Leaders who have questions regarding the revised act should reference Force Health Protection Guidance (Supplement 23) which established COVID-19 screening testing for unvaccinated individuals.
ATTN: Those packing up and leaving the KMC
Many members wait too long to begin the household goods moving process, thereby causing additional stress and delays. The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron Personal Property Office advises movers to call them three weeks before moving to begin the booking process.
The Wing is always in need of volunteers
The RAO is in need of more volunteers to help perform administrative duties. Your Retiree Activities Office has relocated to Building 2118, Room 138, on Ramstein Air Base. The RAO exists to support, unite, and enhance the lives of retired military and DoD civilians, veterans, family members, and active duty in our community through positive volunteerism. All retirees (regardless of service affiliation), surviving spouses, separated veterans, and service members preparing to retire can receive assistance and guidance from the RAO on numerous topics and concerns. Staff members are appointed by the Director and perform administrative duties in the RAO. The office is now open Tue-Thu, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The goal is to open the doors every business day and serve the largest retired community outside the United States. Will you consider spending a few hours a week continuing to serve? If so, please send an email to: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil and let them know.
Registry of Motor Vehicles operating hours update
The USAREUR-AF Registry of Motor Vehicles customer service desk located in building 216 on Sembach Kaserne is again open Fridays. Operating hours on Fridays are 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron
The 86 VRS has established a base shuttle to support deployed/TDY individuals in support of current operations here in the KMC. The shuttle currently services work centers, QoL & lodging facilities on Ramstein Air Base, but has routes planned for lodging at both Kapaun and Landstuhl to be activated as required. Our simple QR code will take you to our current shuttle routes/times so we can remain flexible to changing requirements and keep the latest shuttle schedule posted for all customers. This shuttle information is also posted on the AF Connect application, at all bus stops, and at all lodging locations.
INTRODUCING:
Heritage Baptist Church, Mehlingen:
Welcome Home!
Located in the Kaiserslautern military community, in the village of Mehlingen, just minutes away from anywhere in the KMC from Ramstein to Sembach, the Heritage Baptist Church greets you with a big: “Welcome home”. The multi-cultural church just celebrated its 52nd anniversary.
Heritage Baptist was originally started as Sembach Bible Baptist on 1 March 1970 in the Sembach Base Chapel Annex. It has operated at its current location since the mid 1970s. The church is staffed by Pastor John Hallman as a bi-vocational missionary. The church, being mainly made up of U.S. service members and DoD civilians, has had its ups and downs over the years, especially with COVID. Heritage has seen up to 300 in attendance in past years. Like most, the COVID restrictions hit them hard, but this came as no surprise to the Lord. By His grace, Heritage has seen a steady increase in attendance in the last months.
Heritage has one goal: To make Christ known. They do this through building relationships, through the heart-warming music and the clear, Bible teaching and preaching in their services.
The preacher emphasizes that salvation is full and free only through Jesus Christ and His shed blood. Also, that Christ is the master architect in putting lives, families, and homes back together. Bible preaching strengthens, encourages, and causes people to draw closer to the Lord. The folks at the Heritage Baptist Church try to live by the Word of God, which is what makes them warm and friendly. When Christ was asked what is the greatest commandment, He responded, in Matthew 22;37-40: Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the fi rst and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.
Everything done at Heritage is done in an effort to both love the Lord and love our neighbors, as well as inspire your heart. Everybody there greets you with a smile, makes you feel like you’re part of their community and they show you they truly care.
At the Heritage Baptist Church you can fi nd services for all ages and needs. Their youth group is growing rapidly. There is a Sunday school for all ages. They even have a nursery where they take care of the young children while the parents are attending service. There is a young single adults’ group that is growing as well. In an effort to help men navigate through the mine fi elds of life, Heritage has a “Men-Mobbin’ ManChurch” that is mobbing from a worldly to a biblical view of manhood. Mobbin’ is modern slang for a group of friends going somewhere.
In an effort to likewise help women, Heritage has WOW — Women of the Word group, facilitated by Mrs. Hallman.
The church is located in Mehligen, right along L401 direction Sembach, also known as Kaiserstr., next building north of Reifen Busch and just south of the Thai Restaurant, Khao Lak. Let the Heritage Baptist Church welcome you home, or as they often say, “Come and grow with us!”
Contact:
Königstr. 48 67678 Mehlingen
Mobile: 0162 6372891 Email: noles.preacher@gmail.com Web: www.heritagebaptistmehlingen.com Facebook: @heritagebaptistmehlingen
Services Times:
Sundays: 10 a.m. Sunday School (for all ages) 11 a.m. Morning Service 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month, 4:30 p.m.: ManChurch 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, 4:30 p.m.: WOW, Women of the Word
Wednesdays: 7 p.m. Bible Study
Events:
April 15th, 7 p.m. Youth event: Build your own pizza with fun and games to follow. April 16th, 10:00-noon Easter egg hunt for kids ages 9 and under (for details check website & Facebook)
