The 606th Air Control Squadron demonstrated its ability to rapidly deploy tactical command and control capabilities to multiple dispersed locations in simulated contested environments during Exercise PRIMO Specto 26-3 at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Aug. 2-7, 2026.
The 57th Rescue Squadron earned certification as a personnel recovery task force during Exercise Savage Jackal, validating the unit’s ability to plan, command and execute full-spectrum personnel recovery operations in preparation for future deployments. The exercise evaluated the squadron’s ability
An active-duty Airman assigned to the 31st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, was pronounced dead at Lake Barcis, August 8, 2026. We are supporting the Italian officials as they continue their investigation into cause of death. The member’s name will not be released until 24
From left, U.S. Army Spc. Ashanti Lea Weeks, 173d Light Support Battalion parachute packer, speaks with U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. TJ Holland, command senior enlisted leader of U.S. European Command, while evaluating Weeks’ recently renovated dorm during an immersion tour at Aviano Air Base, Italy,
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jenna Zorilla, 31st Medical Support Squadron medical laboratory technician, and Airman JayByx Mack, Ohio Air National Guard 179th Medical Group medical technician, analyze laboratory samples under a microscope at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 23, 2026. The 179th MDG medical
From left to right, U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Borawski, 31st Mission Support Group commander, passes the guidon to U.S. Air Force Maj. Anthony Trucco, 31st Logistics Readiness Squadron incoming commander, during the 31st LRS change of command ceremony at Aviano Air Base, Italy, July 16, 2026. The
Behind every aircraft crossing international airspace, service member operating on foreign soil and mission conducted alongside an Ally or partner is a network of agreements defining how U.S. forces can operate.
In a first-of-its kind event, Mauritania hosted the US Air Force and members from 10 partner nation air forces in Nouakchott, Mauritania from August 3-7 to share best practices and exchange perspectives on foundational airfield safety standards.
U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Christopher A. Fernengel assumed command of U.S. Space Forces in Europe – Space Forces Africa during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 10, 2026.