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  • Airman Basic to Command Chief, journey to the top

    In 1985, Mark Batzer was a young, motocross-loving, drag-car racing teenager coasting into adulthood without direction; however, his family would give him the push he needed to change his life for the better."I came home one night and my mother told me I was no longer welcome," said Chief Master

  • That's just your interpretation

    When an Airman is stationed somewhere English is not the primary language, there comes a time when basic-language skills fall short and the need for a professional linguist becomes apparent.This is where Biagino Giannotto plays a significant role in the day-to-day operations of the 31st Security

  • Polish help wheel and tire shop keep F-16s rollin'

    The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a highly technological, maneuverable, multi-role fighter aircraft capable of reaching speeds of Mach 2 when in the air, but without wheels and tires, it is nothing more than a static display.The Airmen of the 31st Maintenance Squadron wheel and tire shop ensure the

  • Conquering Oktoberfest

    As I stood on top of the table I claimed for my friends, my eyes were fixated on the thousands of people rushing between a two-door entrance into one of the largest tents at the world's largest public fair, Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany.The history of Oktoberfest followed after Prince Ludwig of

  • ‘RUfit?’ jumpstarts resiliency, overall fitness

    'RUfit?' officially rolls out Oct. 1 across bases in U.S. Air Forces in Europe to focus Airmen on a culture of balanced, holistic health.Being mentally, physically, socially and spiritually fit can help Airmen, civilians and their families cope with the strain of daily life and recover when

  • Team Aviano celebrates 67th Air Force birthday

    In honor of the 67th Air Force birthday, more than 350 U.S. service members, local nationals and family members came together Sept. 26 to celebrate the 2014 Air Force Ball at Castel Brando.The ball, which is held each year in September, is in recognition of the U.S. Air Force separating from the

  • Team Aviano remembers POW/MIAs

    During an early reveille ceremony Monday morning, members of the Aviano Green Knights met the 31st Fighter Wing commander with the POW/MIA flag, which was then raised by the base honor guard team, marking the start of a weeklong remembrance ceremony Sept. 22 through 25.The ceremony week was hosted