Kaiserslautern American, Oct. 27, 2017

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Volume 41, number 43

Ramstein, Poland partner for Atlantic Resolve

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 934th Airlift Wing out of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, take off in a C-130H Hercules Oct. 16 from Powidz Air Base, Poland, during the latest iteration of Operation Atlantic Resolve. The NATO-led exercise prepares U.S. and Polish Airmen to work together in order to increase interoperability and enhance regional security.

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bass 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs POWIDZ AIR BASE, Poland — More than 100 Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing, along with two C-130J Super Hercules said, ‘tschuess,’

to Germany and, ‘cześć,’ to Poland for the latest iteration of Operation Atlantic Resolve. “We’re here as part of the aviation rotation to operate and train with the Polish air force,” said Capt. Jonathan Hansen, 37th Airlift Squadron pilot and OAR mission commander.

The mission of OAR entails enhancing interoperability with the Polish air force while also maintaining regional security. The NATO-led OAR mission goes back to 2014. “We’re here to stand side by side with our Polish brothers,” Hansen said. “They’re one of our strongest NATO

partners, and we’re here to stand shoulder to shoulder with them.” The 86th AW Airmen arrived in Poland on Oct. 13 and began flying operations Oct. 16. Along with the 86th AW, Airmen assigned to the See ATLANTIC RESOLVE, Page 6

Ramstein to host ESPN Armed Forces Classic

Allied Air Command holds NATO Air Chiefs’ Symposium, Page 6

Bridging 4,500 miles to lend a helping hand, Page 14

class event and Ramstein is deeply honored to have a hand in launching the NCAA basketball season.” Ticket holders will need to be in their seats in Hangar 5, Bldg. 3360, no later than 11 p.m. Active duty attendees are required to be in the uniform of the day and civilians in business casual attire. Active duty personnel in uniform and DOD ID-card holders are eligible to enter a stand-by line if they did not receive a ticket, and may get a seat for the game on a space-available basis. All tickets will be tracked to ensure they are not sold, and no outside food, drinks, coolers, backpacks or pets will be allowed in the hangar.

LIFESTYLES

Daylight Savings Time change takes place on Sunday. Germany will “fall back” 1 hour at 3 a.m. However, the United States will not “fall back” until the morning of Nov. 5. Please be aware of the time difference for the week.

receive one ticket per shift. Due to the large scope of the event, the 86th Force Support Squadron will need event volunteers from Nov. 6 to Nov. 12 for set-up and tear-down of the hangar. “This is an opportunity to showcase the men and women of Ramstein and how we proudly execute the mission every day for the most powerful Air Force the world has ever known,” said Brig. Gen. Richard G. Moore, Jr., commander of the 86th Airlift Wing. “We’re putting on a world-

FEATURE

Ramstein will host the 2017 ESPN Armed Forces Classic NCAA game between the Texas A&M Aggies and West Virginia Mountaineers in Hangar 5 the evening of Nov. 10. All active duty, Department of Defense and NATO ID-card holders are eligible to attend the event. Tickets have been dispersed to wing, group, and tenant unit commanders and directors. Anyone interested in receiving a ticket can make a request through their chain of command. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to extend our relationship

with the Department of Defense,” said Clint Overby, ESPN events vice president. “The premier event will continue its tradition of showcasing the beginning of each college basketball season while honoring the service of the men and women stationed at military bases across the world.” One ticket corresponds to one attendee, and there are no reserve tickets for last minute requests. Anyone wanting a guaranteed ticket can sign up to volunteer at www.86fss.com and will

NEWS

by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Otterbach sponsors Halloween fest Monday, Page 16


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