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BAK-12 installation strengthens Slovak partnership

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Bartlett, 435th Air Ground Operation Wing commander, right, presents a challenge coin to Tech. Sgt. Justin Smith, 435th Construction and Training Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of U.S. Air Forces in Europe aircraft dressing system theater operations, at Malacky Air Base, Slovakia, July 10, 2024. Smith was a key player on the team that installed a new Barrier Arresting Kit-12 at Malacky AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eve Daugherty)

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BAK-12 installation strengthens Slovak partnership

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano, Italy, arrives at Malacky Air Base, Slovakia, July 10, 2024. A total of two F-16’s teamed up with the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing to perform a certification test on a newly installed Barrier Arresting Kit-12. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eve Daugherty)

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ITAF, USAF Airmen meet the real heroes

A staff member from the Centro di Riferimento Oncologico National Cancer Institute thanks 555th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots, U.S. Air Force Maj. Max Feaster and Capt. Zachary Stiffler, for volunteering at the pediatric clinic in Aviano, Italy, July 10, 2024. These community engagements allow Airmen the opportunity to share their Air Force story and build relationships with host nation partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Malone)

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ITAF, USAF Airmen meet the real heroes

U.S. Air Force Maj. Max Feaster, 555th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, discusses the tradition of military patches with a patient from the Centro di Riferimento Oncologico National Cancer Institute during a visit to the pediatric clinic in Aviano, Italy, July 10, 2024. These engagements connect the community with the Aviano mission and forge lasting connections between Airmen and community members. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Malone)

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ITAF, USAF Airmen meet the real heroes

Italian air force Col. Salvatore La Luce, Aviano Air Base commander, assists a child from the Centro de Riferimento Oncologico National Cancer Center with a flight helmet during a visit to the pediatric clinic in Aviano, Italy, July 10, 2024. These engagements connect the local community with the Aviano mission and forge invaluable connections. (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Malone)

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BAK-12 installation strengthens Slovak partnership

Martin Vojtašovič, Ministry of Defence of the Slovak Republic state secretary, speaks to Slovak Air Force troops in formation during a handover ceremony at Malacky Air Base, Slovakia, July 10, 2024. During the ceremony, Vojtašovič assumed responsibility for a new Barrier Arresting Kit-12, a mechanical barrier that aids in decelerating aircraft when landing, installed at Malacky AB with the support of the 435th Air Ground Operation Wing Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eve Daugherty)

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BAK-12 installation strengthens Slovak partnership

A new Barrier Arresting Kit-12 passes a certification test by successfully decelerating a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, at Malacky Air Base, Slovakia, July 10, 2024. The BAK-12 installation aims to increase collaboration and responsiveness to global challenges by widening the scope of operating locations and strengthening the partnership with Slovakia as a North Atlantic Treaty Organization ally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Eve Daugherty)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

From left, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st Fighter Wing commander, U.S Air Force Col. Calvin Powell, Third Air Force deputy commander, and U.S Air Force Lt. Col. Francis Halladay, 57th Rescue Squadron commander, salute while the national anthem plays during the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility unveiling at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility includes infrastructure that can streamline deployment logistics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

Italian air force Col Salvatore La Luce, ITAF base commander, and members from the 31st Fighter Wing attend the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility unveiling at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility includes infrastructure that can streamline deployment logistics, ensuring that pararescuemen are always mission-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

From left, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Young, 57th Rescue Squadron commander support staff, and U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st Fighter Wing commander, shake hands after the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility opening at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The rescue squadron’s new facility includes improved medical care capabilities and recovery equipment to ensure pararescuemen assigned to the unit are always fit to fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

From left, U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph M. Stangl, 31st Maintenance Group commander, and 31st Medical Group licensed psychologist Dr. Julio Rosado attend a tour of the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility represents an investment in the squadron’s capability to perform its critical mission of saving lives in combat and peacetime operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

U.S. Air Force Ch. Maj. Joshua Flynn, 31st Mission Support Group chaplain, provides a prayer and blessing during the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility unveiling at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility includes infrastructure that can streamline deployment logistics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st Fighter Wing commander, speaks to members assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron after a new facility unveiling at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The rescue squadron’s new facility includes improved medical care capabilities and recovery equipment to ensure pararescuemen assigned to the unit are always fit to fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The rescue squadron’s new facility includes extensive equipment and amenities to support the training operations of pararescuemen within the organization. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

From left, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, 31st Fighter Wing commander, U.S Air Force Col. Calvin Powell, Third Air Force deputy commander, and U.S Air Force Lt. Col. Francis Halladay, 57th Rescue Squadron commander, cut a ribbon to signify the official opening of the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The rescue squadron’s new facility includes extensive equipment and amenities to support the training operations of pararescuemen within the organization. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron salute during a ribbon cutting ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The 57th RQS’s new facility includes an aquatic center, providing pararescuemen the opportunity to train for water operations and specialized rescue contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raa Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

From left, Italian air force Col Salvatore La Luce, ITAF base commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Vito Lorusso, ITAF command chief, observe the memorial wall at the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility includes updated equipment and simulators, allowing pararescuemen to train in more realistic and controlled environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Tad Clark, attends a tour of the 57th Rescue Squadron’s new facility at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility represents an investment in the squadron’s capability to perform its critical mission of saving lives in combat and peacetime operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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New Facility & Increased Capabilities for 57th RQS

Memorabilia representing the heritage of the 57th Rescue Squadron is displayed in a new facility at Aviano Air Base, Italy, June 8, 2024. The new facility includes updated equipment and simulators, allowing pararescuemen to train in more realistic and controlled environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Raya Feltner)

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From Sicily to CENTCOM

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marco Guccione, 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory specialist, middle, translates for Italian Air Force personnel in support of Operation Indo-Pacific Jump 2024 at an undisclosed location within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 30, 2024. Gucionne supported this year’s IPJ as a liaison between the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing and transient ITAF. Guiccone is originally from Sicily, bringing a familiar culture and language to better support ITAF personnel on their journey to the Indo-Pacific AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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