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May 26, 2017
Volume 41, number 21
US, Israeli Airmen fortify airlift capabilities Story and photos by Tech. Sgt. Matthew Plew U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Public Affairs
NEVATIM AIR BASE, Israel — Two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft along with approximately 80 Total Force Airmen attached to the 37th Airlift Squadron, deployed to Israel in support of exercise Juniper Falcon from May 7 to 18. The 37 AS conducted airlift integration training with the Israeli Air Force designed to build interoperability and maintain the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Israel developed over decades of cooperation. “This is a great opportunity for us work with our Israeli partners to exchange ideas and concepts and the meaningful cultural aspect that comes with those discussions,” said Maj. Libby Music, 37 AS detachment commander. These training sorties, which See AIRLIFT, Page 2
Israeli Defense Force paratroopers board a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron prior to an airdrop sortie in support of exercise Juniper Falcon May 15, at Nevatim Air Base, Israel. Juniper Falcon 17 represents the combination of several bilateral component exercises with Israeli Defense Forces that have been executed annually since 2011. These exercises were combined to increase joint training opportunities and capitalize on transportation and cost efficiencies gained by aggregating forces.
tions. It is also important to travel at least in pairs, never alone. Another precaution is to avoid wearing clothes that identify someone as American or in the military. This includes garments with sports logos, American flags, or military symbols. As before, the off-base uniform policy still restricts members from wearing their uniform other than travelling between home and their duty location. Walking off base and riding a bike or motorcycle while in uniform is prohibited. Military members should not exit their vehicle while in uniform unless it is an emergency. In addition to concerns stemming from terrorism, travelers should be
alert to the possibility of political unrest, violence, demonstrations, and criminal activities. European Command directives require all Department of Defense travelers to register in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, or STEP, at https://step.state.gov/step/. This is a free service the U.S. Embassy uses to communicate important information about country-specific safety warnings and allows them to contact members in emergencies. For more information, call the 86 AW Antiterrorism office at 480-7029 or 06371-47-7029, or email them at 86AW.AFTP@us.af.mil.
LIFESTYLES
The attack in Manchester, England, this week is a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant in the face of terrorism, according to base officials. “An emergency situation can take place without any warning. Military members and our families are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance and take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness,” said Lt. Col. James Clark, 86th Security Forces Squadron commander. “Be aware of immediate surroundings and avoid crowded places. Exercise particular caution during
holidays, dates of religious or historical significance, and at large festivals or events.” Service members are strongly encouraged to report any suspicious activities to law enforcement by calling 480-2050 or 06371-47-2050. The U.S. State Department advises that extremists are increasingly aiming to attack targets such as highprofile public events, hotels, clubs, and restaurants, places of worship, schools, parks, shopping malls, markets, tourism infrastructure, public transportation systems, and airports. One step to reduce the risk of becoming a terrorist target is to avoid or minimize time spent in these loca-
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Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
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