• 494th completes TLP training

    U.S. Air Force and allied partners completed multi-lateral training for NATO Tactical Leadership Programme 16-3 here, Oct. 7.The 494th Fighter Squadron participated in the month-long training, which focused on preparing flight leaders to become coalition air force mission commanders with instruction

  • Winter is coming, driving hazards are too

    With fall upon us and winter right around the corner, additional safety precautions need to be taken on the road.Similar to the seasons, driving conditions change throughout the year. With these changes, it’s crucial to take precautions, to ensure the safety of all Liberty Wing members and their

  • COMUSAFE introduces command priorities

    Gen. Tod D. Wolters, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, outlined his priorities and focus areas for the command during an interview at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 4.

  • Keeping partnerships prosperous at TLP

    When the U.S. Air Force supports contingency operations in a deployed environment, it usually does so with the help of other NATO nations. Training courses like NATO Tactical Leadership Programme 16-3 strengthen the NATO alliance by providing an opportunity for participating nations to work

  • 494th leads at TLP

    F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, sit on the flightline after a day of flying in support of Tactical Leadership Programme 16-3 at Los Llanos Air Base, Spain Sep. 15. The training prepares NATO and allied forces’ flight leaders to

  • Spartans seize simulated shooter

    Defenders from the 48th Security Forces Squadron responded to the logistic readiness supply building after receiving a 911 call from simulated victims of an active shooter exercise Sept. 22.

  • 494th armed, ready

    When weapons systems officers of the Mighty Black Panthers decide to put munitions on a target, they know that target is going away.In Spain, maintenance Airmen ensure weapons loaded on the 494th Fighter Squadron's F-15E Strike Eagles are working properly for each and every air crew supporting NATO

  • Liberty Wing remembers one of its own

    Members of the 48th Fighter Wing reminisced on the life of a fellow Airman during a memorial service held on Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Sept. 22.

  • Panthers showcase air power in Spain

    An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 494th Fighter Squadron from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, takes off for a sortie in support of Tactical Leadership Programme 16-3 at Los Llanos Air Base, Spain Sep. 19. The training prepares NATO and allied forces’ flight leaders to be mission commanders,

  • Crew chiefs ensure Panthers fly with precision

    For some people, making sure their cars work well enough to run every day may come as a challenge.  For dedicated crew chiefs assigned to the 48th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, keeping a $31.1 million fighter jet combat ready is just part of the daily grind. In Spain, crew chiefs are ready to meet