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Team Aviano showcases combat airpower to Third Air Force leadership This week, Maj. Gen. Paul D. Moga, Third Air Force commander, his wife, Mrs. Amanda Moga, and CMSgt Jason K. Trickey, Third Air Force command chief, visited Aviano Air Base for an immersion tour. Thank you to Team Aviano for providing valuable insight into how the 31st Fighter Wing generates combat airpower, defends the base, and remains ready to deploy and fight from home. Learn more about their visit: https://lnkd.in/eJ-Mngpi 📸: SSgts Jenna Bond & Brooke Rogers 
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In collaboration with the Royal Norwegian Air Force, the 53rd Wing successfully integrated a U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber into a long-range strike scenario employing AFRL’s QUICKSINK maritime weapon. This milestone demonstrated seamless cooperation, innovation, and operational readiness, as Norwegian allies enabled access to critical infrastructure and airspace to test capabilities in a strategically relevant and operationally challenging environment. Strong partnerships drive stronger solutions. 🔗 https://shorturl.at/XReuF United States Air Force | U.S. European Command | Air Combat Command | Air Force Global Strike Command | Air Force Research Laboratory

After two weeks of Allied-led training in Norway, U.S. B-1 bombers returned home — sharper, stronger, and more integrated with our Allies. This mission challenged aircrews to train in contested environments, rehearse access to denied airspace, and strengthen how we share real-time threat information. Training together reinforces deterrence and ensures we remain ready for future challenges. 🎥 Watch the mission video below 📖 Full story: https://lnkd.in/eK8mvqZJ #BomberTaskForceEurope NATO - Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) U.S. European Command

The flyover above the Monument of Freedom in Riga, Latvia, during #BomberTaskForceEurope was a visible demonstration of Allied readiness and resolve. By training together on real-world tactics, U.S. and NATO forces refine speed, precision, and survivability — ensuring we remain ready to respond as one team. This mission reflects our commitment to advancing warfighting capabilities, empowering Allied leadership, and projecting strength with purpose. #BomberTaskForceEurope NATO - Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) | U.S. European Command | United States Strategic Command | Air Force Global Strike Command

U.S. B-1s flying with Norwegian F-35s during #BomberTaskForceEurope show how training together keeps our forces sharp. These missions advance warfighting capabilities and strengthen our ability to respond together in contested environments. #BomberTaskForceEurope

Recently, Col Michael J. Jewell took command of the 501st Combat Support Wing at RAF Fairford in England. He received the guidon from outgoing commander Col D. Landon Phillips. Thank you for your leadership Col Phillips and welcome to the seat Col Jewell 👏 See the full story and photos here👇 https://lnkd.in/eAkzYiUZ

On Tuesday, the 100th Air Refueling Wing at RAF Mildenhall welcomed their new commander, Col Steven Byrum. Thank you, Col Garlow, for your excellent leadership of the Bloody Hundredth. Welcome to the UK, Col Byrum 🇬🇧 See all the photos from the ceremony here👇 https://lnkd.in/ewskytCw

USAFE’s first two warrant officers are bringing specialized expertise to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The Air Force graduated its first class of warrant officers in late 2024, exclusively made up of communications and cyber professionals. Read more about WO1 Salajcik and WO2 Phan using the link below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eVCVmswd