Kaiserslautern American, August 19, 2016

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August 19, 2016

HAVE YOU READ YOUR KA TODAY?

Volume 40, number 33

86 AW welcomes new CC

Photo by Airman 1st Class Lane Plummer

Lt. Gen. Timothy M. Ray, 3rd Air Force commander (left), passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. Richard G. Moore during the 86th Airlift Wing change of command ceremony as Chief Master Sgt. Aaron D. Bennett, new 86 AW command chief, looks on Aug. 17 on Ramstein. The passing of a wing's guidon symbolizes a transfer of command.

Lt. Gen. Timothy M. Ray, 3rd Air Force commander, presided over the ceremony and highlighted the achievements of the 86 AW under the command of Thomas. One of the successes Ray highlighted was the role the wing played in supporting the

Ramstein Airmen learn Krav Maga, Page 3

evacuation of military dependents from Turkey. “It was a stellar display of teamwork and support,” Ray said. “When you could see the satisfaction and comfort on all those families’ faces, See new cc, Page 3

LIFESTYLES

nizations endure is because of their culture. If you get the culture of the organization right, success in all its forms will follow. “In this wing there is a culture of innovation: to overcome challenges and become better,” Thomas added.

FEATURES

Members of the 86th Airlift Wing welcomed their new commander Aug. 17 on Ramstein.

Brig. Gen. Jon T. Thomas relinquished his command of the 86 AW to Brig. Gen. Richard G. Moore Jr. in a ceremony at the dual bay hangar. “Leaders come and go, but organizations endure,” Thomas said. “One of the reasons why successful orga-

NEWS

by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

NCOA hosts British cadets for warrior day, Page 7

Family day offers car-free fun, Page 13


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